Chickens Rooster Talk: Why Do Chickens Crow Morning And Night? Donna Larson, October 24, 2025October 24, 2025 Wherever you are in your homestead journey, maybe you’ve wondered Why do chickens crow? Let’s take a closer look at the top reasons your backyard birds … Continue Reading
Cows How to Dry Off Your Milk Cow Safely Without Stress Donna Larson, October 10, 2025October 10, 2025 Learning how to dry off your milk cow safely and without stress is one of the most important parts of responsible dairy management. Done right, it ensures … Continue Reading
Dairy Homestead Education: How Much Does a Dairy Cow Weigh? Donna Larson, October 7, 2025October 7, 2025 From feeding to fencing, a cow’s size influences almost every aspect of care. So, how much does a dairy cow weigh? Let’s dig in. Continue Reading
Chickens How to Help Your Chickens Through Molting Season Donna Larson, September 4, 2025September 4, 2025 Molting can be stressful for your flock, but you can make the process easier. In this guide, you’ll learn how to help your chickens through molting … Continue Reading
pigs Can Pigs Have Apples? A Safe and Healthy Pig Diet Donna Larson, August 26, 2025August 26, 2025 One question that comes up often is: Can pigs have apples? Since apples are abundant—whether they’re fresh fruit from your own orchard, leftovers from the … Continue Reading
Chickens Do Chickens Qualify for Ag Exemption in Texas? Clucks=Bucks Jenny Graham, August 18, 2025August 18, 2025 If you’re a Texan with some land and a few feathered friends running around, you may have wondered: Do chickens qualify for ag exemption in Texas? The short answer is sometimes. It really depends on your land and how you’re raising those chickens. You will need to meet some pretty specific… Continue Reading
Chickens The Best Way to Raise a Friendly Rooster in the Flock Donna Larson, August 12, 2025August 12, 2025 The best way to raise a friendly rooster is to understand rooster behavior, provide the right environment, and build trust without undermining their role … Continue Reading
Homesteading The Homesteader’s Guide to Dual Purpose Farm Animals Jenny Graham, July 14, 2025July 15, 2025 If you’re dreaming of a productive, sustainable homestead, dual purpose farm animals might just be the answer. These animals work double duty, giving you more bang for your buck. Whether it’s meat and milk or eggs and meat, these animals are versatile, hardy, and perfect for folks working with limited space. … Continue Reading