As we kick off what I can only imagine will be a fairly long-running series on the rearing of our cantankerous caprine friends, as well as their broader usages, I feel compelled to present a disclaimer--I am far from impartial. I grew up caring for a small flock of goats, and they are far and away my favorite four-legged companions, tied even with the loyal canine. As such, if … [Read more...] about Get Your Goats: Part 1
Animals
Got Goat Milk?
Cow’s milk has been a staple on the American continent since the Spanish brought the first cattle to Mexico in 1525, and it’s not too hard to see why. Milk has a plethora of uses--from cereal, to cheese, to pancakes and more, milk can be utilized in just about anything. It is, however, not the only option. One far older choice has largely fallen out of vogue in this country, … [Read more...] about Got Goat Milk?
Breaking Up a Cock Fight
Few things make one feel more like a farmer, and provide as much return, as a small flock of chickens. From the cock’s crow in the morning, to the contented chatter the hens provide throughout the day, to the obvious benefit of eggs and meat, raising poultry can be a very rewarding experience. However, as the experienced farmer knows, even if you’re not hatching your own, … [Read more...] about Breaking Up a Cock Fight
Guinea Hen How-To: Part Two
If you’ve come here from our first installment on guinea hens, welcome back! If you’ve just stumbled across this article however, and begin to feel a little lost, here’s a quick link to catch up. Last week, we covered the “why” of guinea hens. If that made you decide a flock of these fussy little birds is right for you, read on to find out exactly how to make your dream a … [Read more...] about Guinea Hen How-To: Part Two
Guinea Hen How-To: Part One
Welcome to Current Homesteading, your resource for all things related to your homestead. From gardening to guinea hens and fencing to fish, we will cover it all. For our inaugural article, let's kick it off with one of the topics mentioned above: guinea hens. This week, we’ll discuss specifically why you may want to consider keeping a flock of these loquacious fowl—next week, … [Read more...] about Guinea Hen How-To: Part One
