Caring for cows on a farm

How Many Cows Per Acre Can You Keep In Your State with simple calculation method to figure out how many cows you can run on your farm!

If you’re going to be raising cattle, you’ll need to know how many cows per acre you can keep in your state. The number of cows you can keep without damaging the soil varies from

If you’re going to be raising cattle, you’ll need to know how many cows per acre you can keep in your state. The number of cows you can keep without damaging the soil varies from state to state, so you’ll need to do a calculation based on your number of animal units, length of grazing season, and stocking rate. #farmanimals #cattle #raisingcows #homesteading

One challenge of raising cattle is helping them regulate their body temperature, especially if you live in a hot climate. Cows do sweat, but not enough to keep cool in warmer temperatures. Cows must find alternative ways to regulate their body temperatures. Often they need our help to do so. Raising cattle is challenging yet highly rewarding, and I wholeheartedly recommend it! #tipsfor #howdocowstaycool #heatstress #cowscareguide #howtomake #cowsdosweat #farmhouseguide

we wouldn’t worry about creating any rules and regulations that guard the animals. Many Groups have studied and monitor the treatment of cattle, that even though we raise them for food, that they are treated Humanely. #bonding #cow #cows #farm #farmanimals #animals #pets #animallife #animalreport #bestfriend #farmtips #saftyguide

What are the cattle calving signs to watch for? A helpful guide from a rancher on what to expect when your cow is expecting. #cows #cattle #farm #ranch #livestock

Salt is vital for the wellbeing of your cattle and one of the most important things cows need. Here are some guides on the cow's needs of salt.

Cows are docile animals that are good milk and meat sources. Here's everything you need to know to raise them. #cows #cattle #homesteading

For the most part, cows enjoy eating grass, grain, hay, corn and other forage. Occasionally, to the surprise of their owners, cows will chew on wood and even eat the bark off trees. This leaves many cattle owners scratching their heads and wondering what in the world is happening! Cows will sometimes chew on wood and eat the bark off trees for a variety of reasons #cowbehavior #woodandbark #whycow #howtoprevent #eatingbark #howtoprotect #farmhouseguide

What we look for when our cows are expecting. Beef Cattle 101 Calving. Homesteading Calving Guide, Beef Cattle Calving, Cattle Farm.

Would raising cattle work out for you and your farm? Read on for a list of 7 things you'll need to look into before you get your herd! #familyfarmlivestock #pasture #homesteading

Cows wear bells so their owners can track and find them easier, particularly if they get lost.

Keeping Cows Happy and Healthy in the Winter - Farm Animal report, Intense cold weather can leave cattle struggling. They may have trouble putting on weight or maintaining their normal milk production. Click to know the 12 ways to Keeping Cows Happy and Healthy in the Winter at our Farm Animal Report blog. #Animal #Animals #Farm #Farming #Farmer #Cow #CowsHappy #CowsinWinter #CowsHealthy #FarmAnimalReport #FarmAnimalCommunity #animal #farm

Looking to get into raising some cattle? What are some of the things you need to have figured out before your cattle are getting off the trailer? Let me help you get set for your new herd! #familyfarmlivestock #beefcattle #cow

See what's so special about Hereford cows. You might want to include them on your dream farm! Create the farm life, country life, ranch life, and self sufficient life you crave.

It always sneaks up on me… Breeding season, that is. Compared to all the big ranches around us who have hundreds of cows to breed each year, I feel like pretty small potatoes with our two measly mama cows. But still, if our cows don’t get bred, then we don’t have milk. Or meat. So […]

You may want to have a cow for your homestead to provide milk and produce a calf yearly for meat. You might want to have a herd of beef cattle to provide meat for your family and to sell for profit. You might want to have a string of dairy cows to milk for profit. No matter what your ultimate goal, you’ll need to start out your venture by understanding how to take care of a cow. In this article, we provide information on caring for cattle on your homestead, on your beef ranch or in your…

Just because cows are one of the most common animals around that doesn't mean they aren't interesting. Learn some fun cow facts here! #cows #homesteading

Are you dreaming about raising cattle, but you're working a 9-5? Well, what if I told you it's reasonable to do BOTH? Work a 9-5 and start your cattle business on your own farm. This is how we got started as first generation ranchers... You can do it too!