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Monthly Archives: May, 2019

Some Tips for Talking When We Disagree

As I write this I'm in a Subway in Walmart in Canyon, Texas, using their free wifi. I'm in town visiting my ailing, 90-year-old...

Happiness is Being in the Herd

Tom has learned that if he teaches his livestock that it's safest to be in the herd, everyone's life becomes much easier and better. Here's how he trains herd behavior.

What Do You Call Someone Who Raises Chickens?

Is this what you put on your resume?

Solution for Head-Butting Goats

I really wish I'd known this back when I had 130 goats! Can you imagine what it would have looked like? Hey! Where else would...

Here’s How to Successfully Grow Grass

I took the time to walk through most of my pastures a few days ago. I recommend doing this fairly often to keep a...

Check Out the Programs That Helped This Start-Up Farmer Succeed

Whether you're a start-up, or you've been in the business awhile, here are some programs that provide assistance to get you going, or provide support for new projects, or to get through emergencies.

A Canadian Farmer’s Success Grazing Alfalfa

After last week's article about how to reduce our fear of bloat when grazing alfalfa, I got some good feedback from our readers and...

Teaching Livestock to Respect Electric Fences

Electric fencing is fine. It makes it possible to be more flexible and versatile with our management and I recommend it without reservation. As...

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