While it is true that most goats produce a little bit of fiber as with milk and meat production, not all goats are born equal. There are some goat breeds that produce more and much better-quality fiber than other goat breeds. Goats mostly produce a fiber call Cashmere which is used for the … [Read more...] about 10 Best Goat Breeds for Fiber Production
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10 Goat Breeds for Beginner Goat Keepers
Goats come in many colors, sizes, shapes and are used for many different purposes such as meat, milk, skin, fiber and as pets. Nearly all goats can also produce some form of fiber and the most preferred color coats for fiber is white. There are many different breeds to choose from so for someone … [Read more...] about 10 Goat Breeds for Beginner Goat Keepers
10 Hair Sheep Breeds
The wool industry is not profitable as it once was, and farmers are finding there to be a shortage of sheep shearers. As such sheep shearing, each year can be quite an expense for the sheep farmer, especially the smaller farms. Thus farmers are leaning more towards the easier care sheep such as … [Read more...] about 10 Hair Sheep Breeds
18 Best Wool Producing Sheep Breeds
Wool has been used for centuries to produce anything from carpets to blankets, tapestries and fine woolen garments. There is a lot of terminologies that gets thrown around in the wool industry such the wool from a flock of sheep or more than one sheep is called a clip. Fleece is what a single … [Read more...] about 18 Best Wool Producing Sheep Breeds
10 Best Sheep Breeds for Milk
Sheep were probably one of the first animal breeds to be milked and have been milked for thousands of years.Sheep milk is quite a big industry in a lot of places around the world but in America, it is quite a small industry. Although there are small sheep dairies in most states of America the main … [Read more...] about 10 Best Sheep Breeds for Milk
Pro’s and Cons of Rabbit Meat
Rabbit meat is an excellent source of vitamins, minerals, and trace elements: High in vitamins B3 and B12, phosphorus, potassium and selenium. It contributes to a good balance of vitamins and minerals for daily dietary requirements. A slice of meat with an excellent balance of fatty acids and rabbit … [Read more...] about Pro’s and Cons of Rabbit Meat
Best Domestic Duck Breeds to Keep as Family Pet
Keeping ducks as a pet is fast becoming a trend all over the world. More and more people are starting to enjoy these intelligent, funny and amazing creatures. This article I will list my top picks of duck breeds that I think make wonderful family pets. What to Look for in a Breed of Ducks to … [Read more...] about Best Domestic Duck Breeds to Keep as Family Pet
The Best Domestic Duck Breeds for Egg Production
Eggs are a big part of the daily diet. They contain valuable proteins, nutrients and vitamins. They give us wonderful fully omelettes, scrambled eggs, make quiche and we would not have great cookies or cakes without them. Why Duck Eggs are better than Chicken Eggs Duck eggs are thicker … [Read more...] about The Best Domestic Duck Breeds for Egg Production
Thrianta Rabbit – Everything You Need to Know
The Thrianta rabbit breed is a brilliant orange color rabbit with the cutest little face and curious nature. They make excellent little pets and are quite a low maintenance breed in that their coats do not need too much attention or extra special care to maintain. They are not an overly common … [Read more...] about Thrianta Rabbit – Everything You Need to Know
Tan Rabbit – Everything You Need to Know
The Tan rabbit breed is a very beautiful color rabbit breed that is small and compact ideal for people who live in apartment buildings and as companion pets. They are also a very popular show rabbit with their lovely glossy pelts and good even temperament. They are a breed that can be a bit … [Read more...] about Tan Rabbit – Everything You Need to Know