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Tips for Raising a Jersey Cow Baby
Raising a Jersey cow baby comes with many rewards. Topping the list is that they’re absolutely the cutest baby cows ever. Adult Jersey cattle have characteristic doe-like eyes that make you want to melt when you gaze into them. Trust me when I say...
Protect Your Jersey From Cow Hoof Rot
Cow hoof rot is serious business. When left undetected and untreated, it can cause your Jersey cattle to become lame. Up to 20 percent of beef and dairy cattle that develop cow hoof rot end up lame. Once that happens, it can be a difficult journey...
Best Cow Feed for Jersey Milk Cows
Jersey milk cows produce some of the tastiest and most nutritious raw milk available to homesteaders. If you’ve been reading our blog for a while now, you’ve probably noticed I mention this tidbit a lot. It’s an important detail to bring up because...
How to Start a Homestead Farm
A homestead farm is the first step toward a self-sufficient lifestyle. Learn how to use the land you have or find more to achieve your homesteading goals.
Full vs. Mini Jersey Cattle
Mini Jersey cattle are a great investment. Homesteaders interested in buying a dairy milk cow should consider this breed. Jersey cattle are a convenient source of raw milk. You can drink their milk or turn it into other delicious milk products like...
Jersey Cow vs. Holstein Cow
The Jersey cow is one of seven different breeds of dairy cattle in the U.S. They produce some of the highest-quality raw milk for human consumption. Packed with nutrients and vitamins, raw Jersey milk can be part of a healthy diet. It is a great source...
How to Make Money with Jersey Cattle
Most homesteaders get Jersey cattle because they want convenient access to healthful raw Jersey milk. Owning a dairy cow is the most cost-effective way to get the best of both worlds. We already know that Jersey cattle make excellent family cows,...
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