Category: Homesteading

  • Disbudding Goats

    Disbudding Goats

    Disbudding, as the term would indicate, is the removal of a goat’s horn buds, or the spots where horns would eventually grow. The horn buds can usually be felt during the first week of life, which is when most vets recommend disbudding take place. This is because horns are attached to a goat’s skull, and…

  • Gathering, Testing and Storing Eggs

    Gathering, Testing and Storing Eggs

    Of course the best part of raising and keeping chickens is having an endless supply of eggs for your family. It is important to gather eggs regularly so you can guarantee freshness. Also, your hens may get attached to their nests and start incubating chicks. Unfortunately, if you’re like me, you may get too busy…