Grazing and pasture management for cattleBenefits of grazingCostThe highest cost in most, if not all, cattle production systems is feed. Many producers use grazing to reduce costs for their operations. Properly managed pasture-based systems use land efficiently and provide high production per acre.Marginal landNot all land can grow row crops. These pieces of land are usually described as marginal. Grazing is a way to grow a crop (grass) on land unsuitable for traditional row crops such as corn and beans. Cows can use the grass and…
Raising Cows: The Ultimate Guide • New Life On A HomesteadCows are docile animals that are good milk and meat sources. Here's everything you need to know to raise them. #cows #cattle #homesteading
4 Ways Ranchers Increase Their Sustainability on the RanchIt’s not uncommon to discuss rotational grazing, water plans and soil nutrients when the topic of sustainability arises, especially when it comes to discussions online and in print media. However, there are many animal and herd management tactics that cattle ranchers can use to further improve the sustainability and viability of their ranches.
Getting Started with Raising Calves for Beef on Your HomesteadIf you think you are ready for homegrown beef, first read our short guide on raising beef calves on a homestead, to know what you are in for.
Guide To Start A Cattle Farm - 4 Critical Tips For BeginnersGuide To Start A Cattle Farm - 4 Critical Tips For Beginners by raisingbeefcattleguide via slideshare
Gestation Table for CattleGestation Table for Cattle you can print as well as USDA market news, sale reports, classified ads, ranch listings and news for livestock breeders.
Family Milk Cow 101 - Homesteaders of AmericaFamily Milk Cow 101- All about raising a dairy cow on the homestead #homesteading #cow #familycow #rawmilk #dairycow #smallfarm
HOW OFTEN SHOULD YOU WORM CATTLE?Springtime is the best time to deworm cattle. Early in the springtime, parasite loads are very heavy in pastures. They tend to reduce during the summertime and then they rise again in the autumn. So how often should you worm cattle? You can’t always tell by looking when your cows are infected with parasites. You may notice subclinical signs such as a decrease in milk production; a slowing down of weight gain and even a reduction in conception rates.
Raising Beef Cattle: The Complete GuideWe cover everything you need to know about how to raise beef cattle on your homestead - and whether this is for you.
Choosing the Best Cattle Breeds: How to Select CattleYou're ready to put a few bulls & cows on your farm. Now, how do you decide what breed of cattle to choose? Read about selecting livestock for your cattle farm.
LittleLostCreations - EtsyFind great tips on how to successfully raise bottle calves, where to buy calves, what to feed them and other great tips
Do Your Cattle Need Salt?You've heard that your cattle need salt, but why? What does the salt do for them anyway and is having a salt block out for them really such a big deal? #familyfarmlivestock #cattle #homesteading
Cow Calving SignsWhat are the cattle calving signs to watch for? A helpful guide from a rancher on what to expect when your cow is expecting. #cows #cattle #farm #ranch #livestock
Feeding a Bottle Calf - Raising Cattle on a FarmHave you ever wondered what it's like to raise cattle on a farm? How about how to feed a bottle calf? We have a new little bottle calf at our house. She has the cutest red hair you’ve ever seen. Meet little baby Scarlet! #farmlife #bottlecalf #raisingcattle
How to Start a Cow Farm BusinessAre you thinking of starting a cow farm? It is just an excellent business venture if you are passionate about raising cattle.
How to start raising farm animals for cheapGetting started raising farm animals on the homestead is fun, raising farm animals for cheap is more fun, Here are some ways to raise farm animals cheapily
Pros and Cons of Raising Your Own Grass Fed BeefThere are many things for beginners to consider when raising cattle for meat or for profit. I will show you how to build a thoughtful pros and cons list to confidently make your decision. #cattle #beef #grassfed #smallfarm
Why Do Cows Need to Wear Bells? * The Homesteading HippyCows wear bells so their owners know their whereabouts, and can find them when lost. #cows #cattle #homesteading
How Many Cows Per Acre Can You Keep In Your State?How Many Cows Per Acre Can You Keep In Your State with simple calculation method to figure out how many cows you can run on your farm!