Heritage breeds

Highland Cattle: A Breed Apart

At first sight, the shaggy, comical, and toupee-like hair that tumbles down into their eyes and faces is the most…

7 months ago

Raising American Guinea Hogs on the Homestead

Larry and I were married on May Day, an ancient holiday dear to me.  Having everything we needed to start…

1 year ago

Modern-Day Devons: Heritage Devon Cattle Making a Comeback

Day to day on our homestead my husband and I have the pleasure of coexisting with heritage turkeys, heirloom chickens,…

2 years ago

Icelandic Sheep: Triple-purpose Breed

One of the oldest and most luxurious wool breeds of sheep is the hardy breed of Icelandics.  This particular breed,…

5 years ago