Small breeds are an easy entry into the world of dairy cattle. In 2006, Pat Schout and his wife, Elia, began homesteading in east-central Illinois. They wanted to raise their own food, including ...

Angus cattle are a breeze to spot: Despite their small size, they stereotypically have striking black coats. We mentioned that the breed originates from Scotland, specifically come from the ...

Cows have played an important role in human agriculture and culture for thousands of years. Among a variety of breeds, some cows are popular for their small size and exceptional characteristics.

As a small business owner, you can make money by selling miniature cattle to various market segments. Identify Business Options Miniature breeds such as Dexter can be an attractive option for a ...

When a dairy cow’s temperature rises above her normal core body temperature range of 101.5 to 102.8 degrees Fahrenheit—which happens when the heat index is greater than 72—she experiences ...

Tanzania has the second largest dairy herd in East Africa with 28 million cows. However, its dairy sector is poorly developed with mainly small-scale farms stocked with low-yielding breeds, using ...