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Pig-Raising Basics: How to Transport Pigs
An essential aspect of pig-raising basics is learning how to transport pigs to their new home. Ensure they have the proper pig space requirements and setup during and after transport. Read More
Crayfish vs Crawfish: Where Do Crayfish Live?
Crayfish vs crawfish, and what is the difference? They are the same freshwater crustaceans. Learn where crayfish live, how to catch crayfish, and crayfish tank setup and care. Read More
Reader Letters May/June 2025
Add to Favorites Do you have a question or a comment about your goats, their feed, housing, or an article you’ve read here? Feel free to email us at goatjournal@iamcountryside.com. … Read More
Rooster vs. Hen: Know Before They Crow
How do you tell apart a baby rooster vs baby hen? Several methods can determine rooster vs hen traits (including some which are breed-specific). Read More
Bantam Silkie Ducks
Introducing some cute little bantam silkie ducks with unusual feathering. Read More
Steps for Successfully Filtering Beeswax
We have tried several ways of filtering beeswax and our favorite way is to filter the wax on the stove top. Read More
Hive Robbing: Keeping Your Colony Safe
Honey bee robbing is an almost desperate commitment, en masse, to maximizing a resource. Here's why it happens, how to prevent it, and how to stop it when you see it. Read More
Why do Bees Swarm?
One of the most disappointing things that can happen to a beekeeper is to have a hive swarm. After it happened to us, we needed to find out why bees swarm. Read More
Should I Perform Beehive Inspections with Supers On?
As a general rule, I try not to go into the brood boxes when the honey supers are on. There are a few reasons for this. Here are three reasons. Read More
Swarm Prevention Methods
Though swarming is a natural, colony-level reproductive process, it’s often viewed as beekeeper negligence. Learn swarm prevention methods so you don't lose honeybees or potential hive products. Read More
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