Alpacas are a fun and fluffy addition to a small farm. They provide plenty of rich manure to feed your gardens and of course, have all that wonderful fiber that can be sold or spun into useful items. How much will it cost to get …
Keeping Backyard Chickens for Fresh Eggs & Fun
Tired of paying high egg prices for months old factory eggs? Looking to live a more sustainable lifestyle? Now is the perfect time to add a flock of laying hens to your backyard! And to help with that, I am super excited to announce my …
10 Vegetables You Can Grow in the Shade
There is nothing better than growing your own food! But if you have a shady yard, it can be very frustrating. Even with the best soil and constant care, if you can’t provide most vegetables with full sun they will never perform their best. When …
Fighting Flies on the Farm
Flies and farms don’t have to go hand in hand. While there will always be some nuisance flies around your farm, there are several things you can do to reduce their population. Flies are not just a nuisance however. They can also pose several health …
Are Rabbits Right for You?
It is undeniable that rabbits are adorable and have lots of personality. Rabbits are not right for every family, however. Following are the questions you should ask yourself before adding rabbits to your farm or family. Why are you looking to get rabbits? Rabbits are …
What Do Alpacas Eat?
Alpacas are a domesticated mammal originating from the South American mountains, notably the Andes of Southern Peru, Western Bolivia, Ecuador, and Northern Chile. Their wild ancestors, vicunas, can still be found there. Alpacas have been domesticated for over 1000 years and were invaluable to daily life …
Top 5 Essential Duck Care Tips
Ducks make an excellent addition to any homestead. They are reliable layers of extra large eggs and are excellent foragers to help keep your yard pest free. Plus they have such fun personalities! It is impossible not to smile while watching your ducks splash about …
Is Your Rabbit Happy?
Rabbits can be very quiet, but that doesn’t mean they can’t tell you how they are feeling! The more time you spend with your bunny, the better you will get at reading his body language. Most bunny owners want their buns to be living their …
Dropping Board for Your Chicken Coop
Ok this is not the most glamourous post I’ve ever written, in fact be prepared for some gross pics. But keeping chickens isn’t just well framed Instagram shots! A big part of keeping your flock healthy and happy involves keeping your coop as clean as …
M Worm and Alpacas
M Worm, or Meningeal Worm is a parasite most US & southern Canadian alpaca owners need to be aware of. The effects of this parasite can cause paralysis or death in alpacas, but there are steps you can take to keep your herd safe. The …