Homesteading
Thoughtful homesteading articles and resources covering livestock, gardening, self-sufficiency, useful tools, sustainable living, and the rewards and challenges of everyday farm life.
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Choosing a Dairy Animal for the Homestead
Choosing the right dairy animal for a homestead isn’t as straightforward as most people expect. Goats, sheep, and cows all have their strengths—and their challenges—and the “best” choice depends heavily on your goals, your setup, and your tolerance for the realities of daily farm life. There is no single right answer. In some cases—like ours—you