the crowing hen

my life as a farmer

linkful helps …

This page is still under construction. Thanks for your patience. :)

The economics of small-scale farming and where to find support

The Farm to Consumer Foundation

Town Claims Food Sovereignty

Some useful links whether you’re looking for a quick overview or some detailed information:

Still exploring the idea of getting goats? Check out the practical info at this goat rescue page:
http://goatsave.org/faqs.htm

Looking for information about everything but don’t have the goat reference books on your shelves (yet)? Fiasco Farm will tell you all about it, whatever it is:
http://fiascofarm.com/

Helpful info on meds and dosages suitable for goats:
http://www.tennesseemeatgoats.com/articles2/goatmedications.html

Shopping for your does, kids and bucks? Not all online services are created equally.

I’ve ordered meds here
https://www.atozvetsupply.com/:

Great customer service here (under small animal) and I’ve also ordered tetanus meds here at:
http://www.jefferspet.com/

There is excellent natural health help from Molly’s Herbals for your goats and other animals. I’ve been very happy with the two-part wormer for my goats.

Wondering which books to buy so you always have the information you need at your fingertips? 
Goat Reference:
Goat Production Manual, Second Edition (ISBN 978-1-2620-2) – just the book to have if you need to second-guess your vet
Storey’s Guide to Raising Dairy Goats (ISBN 978-1-60342-580-3) – lots of general information
How To Raise Goats (ISBN 978-0-7603-3157-6) – my personal favorite, this one includes more than just diary goat information and is written in a practical, accessible style
Poultry Reference:
Backyard Poultry Naturally (ISBN 978-1-60173-004-6) – Basic information on both ducks and chickens with a DIY focus. I love the plant profiles section in this one

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