Getting my cow and myself accustomed to a new milking routine in our elevated stanchion has not been without some challenges. Learn what they were how we have overcome these here!...
Looking for the perfect milking stanchion plans for your cow? Look no further! We have milked our goats on raised sanctions for years because we started with Nigerian Dwarf Goats and even though our kids were do...
Why is Mineralization Important? To build a vibrant healthy ecosystem on our homesteads that produces truly healthy and healthful food, we must work literally from the ground up. Mineralization and the restoration of s...
Any dairy animal owner should learn hand milking even if you don’t intend to do it often. Thankfully, it isn't hard to do!...
This recipe, using dulce de leche cream, is the height of easy. ...
There is so much to learn about raising your own milk at home! I've amassed a list of some of the most essential home dairy books by category for those interested in keeping a home milk cow. Sort the table by category to ...
Preventing mastitis in cows and other dairy animals is the best way to keep this monster at bay. In this post, we will explore tips to prevent mastitis in your girls and also what your options are should an infection occur...
Choosing a dairy species for the home dairy can be a difficult job. This post will help you consider some of the options available and to decide for which species your farm may be a good candidate. ...
Introduction Did you ever daydream about a family dairy cow out back? Do you experience a little twinge of envy when you drive past a pasture dotted with dairy goats chewing their cuds as they watch the clouds dr...
Raw dairy has a solid following of people who report wonderful changes to their health when consuming raw, local dairy which is often beyond organic and comes from well-nourished "pets" rather than cattle factories. My fa...
