Relating to Farm Animals

As word spreads of growers obtaining solid results by adding worm castings to garden plots, vegetable beds and even golf courses, worm "poop" becomes a natural sell. Worm castings contain more...

Cattle panels are among the most versatile pieces of equipment today's rancher can own. They are extremely useful, easy to move, simple to store, and a cinch to assemble. Cattle panels can be used...

The American Tilapia Association ranks tilapia as the fifth most consumed seafood in the United States. This lean, white, high-protein fish appeals to the American consumer due to its mild, light...

Worm farms serve a variety of purposes---they decompose food and waste for your compost file, provide fertilizer for gardens, and supply bait for fishing. Worm farms are easy to set up on both...

Red and white clover are two types of clover commonly used to plant or replant pastures, and are very useful in improving the quality of the pasture already in existence by providing nitrogen. For...

Of the 4,000 species of earthworms, one stands out as best for home composting. The natural habitat of the little red wiggler, Eisenia fetida, includes rotting organic matter lying near the soil...

A livestock water tank that has turned green with algae and other aquatic plants is both unattractive and unhealthy for the animals using it. Fortunately there are substances, including bleach,...

If you own chickens, sooner or later, you will catch it..........no, I'm not talking about bird flu, but, the desire to get new chickens to add to your existing flock. Maybe you've been...

The main difference between a rooster and a hen is that the former is male and the latter is female. Their appearance differs in several ways.

Humans have been keeping chickens for hundreds of years. Popular for their meat, eggs and feathers, chickens are generally low-maintenance. Laying hens are particular about where they lay their...

Raise your own laying hens to ensure the freshest possible eggs. You should follow some basic procedures when undertaking the hobby of raising laying hens in order to allow for the best outcome...

Cloning is the process of creating an organism that is genetically identical to another organism. Scientists have been cloning animals since 1952, when they cloned a tadpole. In 1996, scientists...

There are millions of different animals on this planet, and billions of microorganisms. All life forms--no matter how small or large--have a digestive system, many of which are very different from...

Animal reproduction always involves some type of cell division. Whether the cells are fertilized or unfertilized depends on the species, anatomy and physiology of the individual animal.

Livestock enjoy rubbing and scratching themselves on wood fence and fence posts, therefore, you must install a wood fence properly to prevent livestock from breaking it. A morning of brisk...

Goat's milk is used in a variety of products. It's used to make yogurt, butter, cheese and ice cream. It's found in soap and lotion products because it's gentle on the skin. Moreover, the caprylic...

Chicken coops and chicken tractors provide shelter from the elements, protection from predators and a home base to lay their eggs in. Coops are used primarily for chickens on a commercial feed...

The black Angus and red Angus set the bar when it comes to beef cattle, as opposed to milk cattle. An old and hard breed, the Angus dates back to Scotland, where they were first bred in Aberdeen...

Cows could possibly become ill as a result of eating large quantities of Oregon grape, but there are no documented cases of cattle dying after ingesting this plant. While there have been a few...

Like human beings, chickens are vulnerable to all sorts of illnesses and conditions. Bacteria and viruses may cause some of them while others are fungal in nature. Among the conditions that can...

Building your own chicken brooder is simple and does not cost a lot of money. The purpose of the brooder is to maintain the body temperature of the chicks and provide a safe place for them to eat,...

Your success with hatching eggs will depend on the quality and fertility of the eggs you incubate. Choose eggs with a regular shape and free of cracks and chips. There are several types of...

The most popular medication farmers use to get rid of hog mites is ivermectrin. Ivermectrin is a parasite control drug that is injected under the skin. Ivermectrin controls hog mites in every...

There are many different breeds of egg-laying hens. The majority of hen breeds were developed over 100 years ago. Every breed of hen will lay a different color, size and amount of eggs each year.

There is nothing that says “farm” as sweetly as a colorful flock chickens happily roaming across an open range. It is a beautiful sight. Country just wouldn’t be country without them. People...

Determining the sex of geese is not easy. You can be identify some geese by color, with males of one color and females of another, but many geese are virtually identical in many ways until they...

A recognizable symbol of Texas, Longhorn cattle are known as a sturdy breed able to survive harsh weather and conditions. They are known for their immense horns which can reach up to 120 inches...

Hatching goose eggs can be a fun and educational experience for the whole family. Goose eggs are incubated for 28 days. The incubation process is simple and you can do it with just a few basic...

Longhorn cattle have become the symbol of Texas. Few breeds of cattle are as recognizable as the Texas longhorn. Once brought to the edge of extinction, this hardy breed has been making a...

If you want fresh eggs, fresh poultry, garden pest eliminators and a great supply of fertilizer, look into buying baby chicks. Chickens also make great pets, and their upkeep is relatively...

The emu, closely related to the ostrich, is a large, flightless bird originating from Australia. While meat and fresh eggs are obvious products of emu farming, many farmers are now raising them...

There are many in the farming industry that find themselves caring for an orphaned beef calf. In some cases, this may occur due to the death of the dam during birth or from her inability to...

Commercial fish farms now raise nearly 40 percent of seafood eaten by consumers. Pelagic fish like salmon and tuna mature in holding pens rather than the open ocean. Catfish and tilapia on market...

Hatching chicken eggs can be a fun and educational experience for the entire family. Baby chicks hatch with their eyes open and down covering their body. Within an hour of hatching they are up and...

The smallest members of the horse family, donkeys have become the "all-terrain vehicle" of the horse kingdom. Donkeys are correctly termed "asses," which come from the Latin "equus asinus."...

Fawns are seldom orphaned. Very often, the mothers are nearby, aware and attentive to a fawn that is seemingly alone. If there is concern a fawn has been left on its own, if it appears cold, weak,...

Moxidectin is a type of avermectin de-wormer that is used to treat and prevent external and internal parasites. The types of parasites killed by moxidectin depend on the animal species being...

Cattle lose weight in transport due to several factors. This type of weight loss is called shrink and is expected in transportation to market, while changing pastures and moving due to sales of...

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) does not certify fish as organic yet. Any fish you see in the market that is labeled organic was imported from another country and meets that...

Donkeys are related to zebras and horses and are believed to be descended from Africa. They range in colors from gray (the most common), black, brown, white to strawberry. Though most of the...

Electric fences have been used for enforcing borders, preventing intrusion in high-security areas, and for containing livestock and wildlife. Electric fences are designed to discharge electric...

Whether for an animal themed party or just for arts and craft time, you and any little ones can make a pig pin with basic craft materials. Have all of your supplies on hand before you begin. This...

The Holstein breed is well known for its ability to produce milk. Registered Holsteins account for more than 23,000 lbs. of milk per year in the United States. This breed is popular in the U.S....

With the exception of deer housed in zoos or wildlife preserves, deer are most commonly found in the wild. They typically live in forested areas. The most common deer in North America is the...

Whether you want to show your horse or use him in the fields for farming, there is a harness that will help him perform his job. It is important that you fit and adjust the harness correctly for...

A chick brooder keeps just-hatched chicks warm and protected. There are many chick brooders on the market, but you can make your own using a cardboard box. It is quick and inexpensive and makes a...

If you have a little backyard hen farm with a woodsy area there'll be predators waiting for a chance to strike when you least expect it. After all you're not always there to safeguard your...

If you are a horse or livestock owner you need to take action to protect your animals and reduce the risk of spreading or causing wildfires.

Learn how to build an urban chicken coop using free stuff you find online!

There are over 900 breeds of cattle worldwide, and the list is ever-growing. As scientists and cattlemen are constantly working to develop the perfect breed of both dairy and beef cattle through...