Cattle graze in a field at Otter Creek Farm on Thursday, Oct. 3, in Johnsonville. The farms sells a small number of life cattle and pigs annually to consumers who then have their animals slaughtered ...

Biogas made from dairy and pig manure has long been an energy source non grata for environmental groups across the country.

When people are asked what a “small farm” is, they may base their answer on the number of acres or number of animals a farm has – and they often assume that there aren’t many of them. However, small, ...

With the beef industry hitting price records, producers may be looking at putting some profits to good use. An Extension educator offers some ideas that could improve your returns.

For consumers, humane animal care is increasingly tied to broader questions about food transparency, environmental impact and ...

Whether you're a newbie farmer just dipping your toes into raising goats and chickens, or you've got a spread that supports grazing cattle, chances are good you work long hours on your land. Feeding ...

Pat and Rachel Lienemann's farm in Waseca began with four weaned heifers in 2021 and will harvest for the first time this year. Pat Lienemann on his farm in Waseca, Minnesota, on March 17, 2025, will ...

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — The 2025 Indiana Small Farm Conference will take place at the Hendricks County Fairgrounds on March 4-5. The conference, hosted by Purdue Extension, serves as an annual ...