Homemade dairy cow feed

It's kidding season again, and therefore time for grain. I’ve never felt comfortable feeding my goats the goat feed from the store as I find the ingredients . . .

Below is a list of basic but important reminders for new dairy cow owners that I hope helps you if you're a new cow owner or a soon-to-be one!

How to create a healthy dairy goat diet to keep the milk flowing! How to build effective feed regimens for your herd and learn the best strategies for promoting good health among all your goats.

It's kidding season again, and therefore time for grain. I’ve never felt comfortable feeding my goats the goat feed from the store as I find the ingredients . . .

Utilizing loose minerals for dairy cows is a wonderful way to fill any deficiencies in their diet - here's how we did it for our family cow.

A lot of homesteaders are looking into purchasing a family cow. They are asking, how many acres does a family dairy cow really need?

Building freestalls for cows is a simple way to keep them and their bedding nice and clean all year long! Here are instructions and tips!

New to Jersey Cows? Learn about the basics of Jersey cows by taking a look at the Jerseys here on our farm!

I have learned so much this year about feeding and caring for dairy cows. Wow. And this time last year I thought I was an expert ;) Next year I'll look back at this moment in time and wonder why I thought I knew so much... now to implement some of what I am about to share with you... Here's some facts about feeding dairy cows: HAY Your best friend is premium grass hay, cut before it goes to seed and dried quickly under optimum conditions, baled in square bales and kept under cover. This will…

How to save on feed and bedding costs: Build a feeder designed for cows! Below are instructions and/or photos for the following styles of hay feeder, in order: Indoor Hay Feeder – Version 1 I…