Over the last few years, conversations about livestock have started shifting. It’s not just about how much milk or meat a breed can give anymore. With climate change, land loss, and the need for more ...

TRAPPE, Md. — New breeds of pint-sized heifers and bulls are making it easier for farmers with limited space to raise cattle for milk, meat or just fun. On Bill Bryan’s 50-acre spread on Maryland’s ...

Ideal for small acreages, beginners, and families, these compact cows are much more than just a novelty; they’re a smart, sustainable livestock option with big benefits in a smaller frame. Early Roots ...

Miniature cattle are a preferred choice for farmers who have small farms or those who indulge in farming as a side activity. Most miniature breeds are of quiet temperament and, therefore, are easier ...

Small cows are gaining traction for sustainable, small-scale farming due to their practicality and hardiness. Breeds like ...

ELLENDALE, Minn. — When the Cowell family first started raising cattle, there weren’t many others in their area of southern Minnesota with the Highland breed. But that has changed dramatically in the ...

Farmers in rural areas believe that they will make more money through livestock rearing by simply shifting from low-producing indigenous breeds to exotic ones. This however, has not worked very well ...