Dexter Cattle Pros & Cons
Are Dexter Cows the “perfect family cows”? Read this article to find out the pros and cons of raising Dexter cattle on a small farm.
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Is My Cow Too Skinny? Cows Assessment and Scoring
Cows scoring is a method used to evaluate a cow’s body condition. Learn how to use the cow scoring system to evaluate their overall health and nutrition. Proper cow assessment is key to ensuring they remain healthy and productive.
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How to Prepare Casings for Sausage Making?
The sub-mucosa of the small intestine of meat animals is used to make natural sausage casings. It is a part of the intestine that is primarily composed of naturally occurring collagen. Chinese and Western European cuisines use casings. People utilize intestines from pigs, but in other regions, sheep, goats, cattle, and occasionally even horses. How…
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2017 Homestead Hog Butchering Workshop
$350.00 Our workshop is officially FULL! But you can still get in on a workshop Hand Hewn and Liberty Farm are hosting next winter in January 2018. Join us December 8, 9, 10 2017 in Brinkhaven, Ohio for a 3-day, hands-on Homestead Hog Butchery Workshop! Description We are excited to welcome you into our home this winter…
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9 Tips on How to Protect Your Livestock from Predators
Farmers and homesteaders alike have a need to protect their livestock from predators. Since there are so many variables to consider–from the type of livestock you have, your property, resources, and the local predators–it can be tough figuring out an effective way to keep your animals safe. To share this image on your site: <p><strong>Please…
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Winter Reading on the Homestead (December)
Good reads to get your through the long winter.
