As some of you may know, Corey (aka Farmer) works for Va Tech as a Cooperative Extension Agent. He educates…
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Raising Sheep on the Homestead
We have been raising sheep for over thirty years. To say it is a labor of love would definitely be an understatement. Of all the farm animals we raise, sheep are the ones I could never see us doing without.
Learn about raising sheep on the homestead. We'll cover topics on management, nutrition, breeding, and selection, while sharing the pitfalls we have experienced over the years.
Buying Sheep: When is the Best Time?
We raise both sheep and Boer goats on our farm. As a matter of fact, we bought our first sheep…
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Making Newborn Lamb and Goat Blankets for Winter
Come January we will be lambing out 56 ewes and 12 does on the farm. Most of our lambs and…
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Making Money Homesteading and Why We Quit Farmers Markets
Over the years we have looked at various ways of making money homesteading. And we are always looking for ways…
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