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If you are a goat farmer who milks their herd daily, you quickly learn how much milk to expect from each of your goats, and you immediately notice when one of your goats starts to produce less milk than usual. There are several reasons why a goat may produce less milk. Goats may produce less milk …
Many people know that puppies and kittens like to play, but they are surprised to learn that lambs also play. Stock animals such as lambs, calves, and piglets are not often viewed as playful animals. So it is surprising for some that lambs like to play, and they may want to know what lambs like …
Sheep are thought of as docile, calm, gentle animals. Generally, they are, but as with any species, a sheep can become aggressive. Many people are not intimidated by sheep, but a charging sheep should not be taken lightly. They can cause significant blunt-force trauma to the human body. Knowing what to do if a dairy …
Locks are things that people don’t often think about when they set up a dairy farm. After all, what difference does the type of lock really make? A dairy farm obviously needs the same locks as any other farm, home, or building, but there are also some unique requirements, like locks that can keep animals …
I love making goat butter. It’s like a little science experiment in the kitchen that you can do in increments. If you’re observant (and remember what you’ve observed), you can start to see patterns in the process. Each little homestead has its own method based on its goats, milking, and kitchen setup. But is it …
Sheep milk is used for producing specialty cheeses, and the United States imports more than 50% of the world’s specialty cheeses. So, the country has a growing market for commercial dairy sheep farming. It’s still a small market, but it’s got huge potential. So, how can we get ewe to produce more milk? Dairy sheep will …
