A 4-month-old male goat running amok in town was safely captured Friday after avoiding its owners and authorities for about ...

During extreme cold, cattle need more energy just to maintain body heat. Windbreaks are a key tool in helping livestock cope ...

Two Vermont goat farmers used extended lactation to keep does milking up to two years, creating consistent income and reducing costs.

Some goats are looking for new homes. The Susquehanna SPCA took in 16 goats from a farm rescue Thursday, Dec. 11. Most of them are up for adoption. With recent adoptions, the number is down to 14, ...

The Fencing Buddy, which can be lifted and moved by a tractor’s front or rear bale forks, has places to store posts, wire, tools and materials. Prototype creator and farmer Allan Slater said the idea ...

WOLVES, bears, cougars and coyotes are important parts of ecosystems of the United State’s west— and a pain in the rump roast for people who raise livestock there. Carnivores sometimes prey on cattle ...

Wolves, bears, cougars and coyotes are important parts of ecosystems of the West — and a pain in the rump roast for people who raise livestock there. Carnivores sometimes prey on cattle and sheep in ...

Electric fences are essential in keeping goats safe and protected from predators. They also ensure goats don’t wander off and get lost. Certain factors must be considered when choosing the ideal ...

WILBRAHAM — The Guys, Gals, and Goats 4-H Club of Wilbraham and the Hampden County Homesteaders 4-H Club of East Longmeadow were recently awarded BOOST grants from the Massachusetts 4-H Foundation.

Sheep are known for many things, but if you thought farting wasn’t one of them, think again. Sheep are responsible for releasing significant amounts of carbon dioxide and methane into the atmosphere.

Electric fences are often the preferred choice for cattle ranchers looking to protect their livestock. The method of containment involves delivering a gentle electric shock to dissuade animals from ...