Homestead Cows The Complete Guide to Raising Healthy, Happy Cattle

Every farm needs a cow - open the gates! With an approach built around investing for the long term, Homestead Cows prepares homesteaders and small farmers to open the farm gate to cattle, whether a single milk cow or a small beef herd. Homestead Cows covers the A to Z of husbandry: Cow history, biology, diet, and nutrition Understanding what you want, what's involved, and creating a plan Selecting breeds and determining herd size Housing and facilities, transportation, and equipment Financial management and the dollars and cents of cows Breeding and reproduction Cow health and happiness, including safety, handling, and good husbandry Processing, products, and cooking. Cattle are the most productive, versatile, and low-input sources of food and revenue on the farm and can help regenerate and build soil. The secret to success is excellent management, and Homestead Cows distills decades of hard-won, practical knowledge into an essential guide to successful small-scale cattle farming for every homesteader and farmer.

ISBN:	9780865719477
Publisher:	New Society Publishers
Imprint:	New Society Publishers
Published date:	29 Jun 2021
Language:	English
Number of pages:	176
Weight:	342g
Height:	191mm
Width:	224mm
Spine width:	14mm

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