Farm Animals

Hay feeders are used to prevent waste and improve the efficiency of hay fed to livestock. Hay feeders can be commercially acquired or built by livestock owners who have the proper tools and shop...

You can derive a great deal of information from a livestock report, whether it is the national report or the local report from the livestock auction. Deciphering the information is relatively...

Round hay bales are the common method for feeding livestock and horses in many areas. If hay is simply placed on the ground without any feeder, a percentage of the feed will be wasted when the...

High urea nitrogen, also known as urea toxicity, develops when the urea added to livestock feed is too great. Urea is a useful dietary supplement for livestock, particularly ruminants (cows and...

Numerous studies have shown that the easier animals are handled, the better quality of meat they produce. This makes sense when you consider how adrenaline and tightened muscles would adversely...

Large bales of hay, whether round or square, are much more cost effective to feed livestock. Large bales can be a bit overwhelming when it comes to feeding them out because they are heavy and...

Livestock scales are an invaluable tool for farmers and ranchers across the globe. The worth of most market animals is based off their weight and how much they will sell for on the meat market, so...

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...

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...

Although the U.S. is tightening regulations for using animal byproducts in cattle feed, critics contend there are too many opportunities for error. The culprit appears to be diseased organs and...

The quality of nutrition from hay depends upon the amount of foliage in the hay. The more leaves present in the hay the higher the nutrient content.

Selenium is a mineral needed in all livestock for healthy development and prevention of disease. Selenium is found in high amounts in plants grown in soil high in the substance. Trace element...

As long as livestock remains an integral part of agricultural society, there will always be the demand for animal feed on a large scale. With a large variety of livestock, from cows to chickens to...

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...

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.

The National Animal Identification System (NAIS) is a voluntary program under development to protect livestock during major animal disease outbreaks. It also seeks to uphold consumer confidence...

Coyotes, foxes, raccoons, hawks/eagles, snakes, bear, and even mountain lions can be a real threat to a lot of farm animals. There are many ways to protect your animals from these predators. Make...

Fencing can prove to be one of the biggest challenges to any land or livestock owner. The cost and importance of fencing takes many first-time owners by surprise. Fencing not only keeps livestock...

When selecting a buck goat to sire a flock of goats, pick an animal with traits that would be beneficial to the herd. Pick buck goats with deeper, larger bones using insight from a livestock...

When breeding goats, give does a small portion of concentrates prior to breeding to increase the number of kids produced. Feed goats quality food when breeding with tips from a livestock...

Manage goat diseases by visiting a veterinarian to treat goat polio and pneumonia with antibiotics and other drugs. Provide goats with a proper diet and good ventilation to help prevent diseases...

Separate mother goats from kids after 60 days, and keep aggressive goats in different pens from less aggressive goats. Keep bucks and does separated from each other until breeding season with tips...

It is difficult to tell if a goat is pregnant and generally requires a blood test or sonogram from a veterinarian. Look for a sagging over the tail head right before a goat gives birth using...

Goats can be trained to pull carts, be pack animals or do specialty tricks through repetitive training. Stay patient when training goats because it requires a lot of repetition and advice from a...

Trim goat hooves by securing the goat in an alley and then using hoof trimmers that will keep the feet level from the heel to the toe. Ensure that there is no excess hoof on either the inside or...

To treat goat scours, which causes liquid bowel movements, get electrolytes into the goat's system and use an antibiotic or other medication to treat the different types of scours. Consult a...

A goat's diet consists of hay roughage, a protein source, lots of fiber and fresh, clean water. Make sure goat food is fresh and palatable with tips from a livestock consultant in this free video...

Care for pygmy goats by providing them with fresh water, nutritious food and a quality breed program. Raise quality goats that are profitable with tips from a livestock consultant in this free...

Choose a goat that has a well-structured body with legs set at the corners, a nice foot size, a deep body and easy movements. Decide what quality of goat you want to breed with tips from a...

Feed goats a high-fiber diet from bunk line feeders, which will keep the goats healthy and not waste the food. Avoid feeding goats too much grain that could deplete their health with tips from a...

Groom pygmy goats for showing by keeping the feet trimmed and clipping the goat in order to maximize good qualities. Increase the length of the goat, emphasize leg muscle and increase neck length...

Shave a goat for shows by washing the goat first and then using clippers that will leave a little bit of hair to protect the goat from the elements. Use smaller clippers to shave the head, ears...

Show a 4-H goat in a show ring by using a chain instead of a collar and holding the goat with the right handle or a snap handle across the top of the goat. Help young people get experienced with...

Basic goat care should include a diet rich in protein, carbohydrates and fiber, along with proper vaccinations and parasite control. Care for goats properly by providing quality exercise...

Medicine is available for goats, but it is easier to prevent illness and keep goats healthy with a clean environment, quality food and fresh water. Find a veterinarian that specializes in goats...

Goats need to be wormed often in warm, humid areas and less frequently in cooler, dryer areas of the country. De-worm goats with both clear and white de-wormers to successfully rid goats of pests...

Breed pygmy goats by deciding on the quality of breed and whether the goats will be used for show or for meat. Decide what level to breed goats at, and in what quantity, with tips from a livestock...

Build a goat pen that has open sides and a sturdy roof, so that fresh air can flow around the goats, but they are still protected from storms and the sun. Use vertical rods instead of horizontal...

Care for baby goats by keeping the kids warm and getting them full of milk as soon as possible. Allow the mother goat to care for the baby goat if possible, and ensure the baby is feeding properly...

At the fair, hog exhibitors will get two chances to show their pig. Learn about showing pigs for livestock judging at the fair from an FFA member in this free animal husbandry video.

Confirmation is simply the judging of a market hog. Learn about showing pigs and livestock confirmation judging from an FFA member in this free animal husbandry video.

Hog showmen often use skin conditioner on their pigs before a show. Learn about preparing for showing pigs for livestock judging and auctions from an FFA member in this free animal husbandry video.

It's important to teach kids to stay calm for pig shows. Learn about training kids to show pigs for livestock judging and auctions from an FFA member in this free animal husbandry video.

A hog needs to be comfortable with a showman before it can enter a show. Learn about preparing pigs for livestock judging and auctions from an FFA member in this free animal husbandry video.

When looking at a pig or hog, make sure they carry definition and muscling down the ham. Learn about buying show pigs for livestock judging and auctions from an FFA member in this free animal...

The FFA is an organization that gets kids involved in farming and agriculture. Learn about the Future Farmers of America and showing pigs for livestock judging from an FFA member in this free...

Free chicken coop blueprints can be just what you need to construct your chicken coop without wasting a lot of effort making something that isn't sturdy or safe for your chickens. When you look...

Barns are essential for people who have livestock or need to store valuable equipment away from the elements. The simplest type of barn to build is an overhang barn. This can either be a pole barn...

Hi, over the years we have used many different things to feed and water our livestock out of. Here are a few of the ideas we have used.

Hi, We live in the country, and have visits at night from the coyotes. I am going to tell you of some of the methods that we use.