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Diagnosing and Treating Hardware Disease in Cattle
November 22, 2022 · · Cattle

Hardware disease in cattle occurs when a sharp object penetrates the gut lining, damages some other organ, or creates infection within the abdomen.

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Homesteading as a Family
September 1, 2022 · · Homesteading

While wanting clean, healthy food for my family was my motivation for homesteading, the richness of life it has provided is immeasurable.

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How Much Hay Does a Cow Eat?
July 17, 2022 · · Cattle

After you unload the first cattle onto your property, your next biggest concern will be how to keep up with the demand for food. Knowing a

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American Tarentaise Cattle
April 12, 2022 · · Cattle

When I first heard about American Tarentaise cattle back in 2015, I was intrigued to learn all about a widely unknown breed. My husband had a coworker who was raising these cattle.

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Selecting the Best Dairy Cow Breed

When selecting a family milk cow or choosing from the best dairy cow breeds to start a small dairy, there are a number of options. The most “ideal” breed will be one that best suits your own situation and purpose.

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All About Ankole Watusi Cattle

Ankole Watusi are known as the “Cattle of Kings.” Their unmistakably large horns can spear a lion. The tribes of Africa that rely on them for survival call them sacred.

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The Best Cattle Waterers for Winter
November 15, 2021 · · Cattle

Cattle waterers for winter are a necessity in some climates where keeping stock water ice-free can be frustrating during colder months.

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How to Start a Cattle Farm on Small Acreage
August 22, 2021 · · Cattle

Learning how to start a cattle farm throws you into the deep end of the homesteading pool. Cattle are large beasts and require strong fencing, water, grazing land or feed and a plan.

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Beef Cattle Farming for Beginners
February 19, 2019 · · Cattle

Add to Favorites The Livestock Book by W. R. Thompson and John McKinney, 1952, was intended as an introductory/overview of the potential of raising livestock as a career. Its sections …

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