When it comes to choosing the right rabbit breed for your homestead, show barn, or breeding program, the decision often comes down to two all-American classics: the Florida White and…
If you’re preparing to bring home a trio of Florida Whites or New Zealand Whites, the first step to success is making sure you have the right housing and equipment.…
Rabbits are a fantastic addition to any small farm. Whether you’re raising them for meat, breeding, or simply as pets, they are relatively easy to care for, highly productive, and…
Milking goats are like the Swiss army knife of homesteading—versatile, productive, and always ready to lend a hoof. Whether you’re looking to start your dairy adventure, make some delicious cheese,…
Ah, baby goats. They’re adorable, they’re bouncy, and in the goat dairy industry, they’re also incredibly plentiful—especially the little bucklings. Yep, for every sweet, milk-giving doe, there’s usually a baby…
If you’re raising pigs, one thing’s for sure – those mud-loving oinkers need a place to crash. Whether it’s to escape the summer sun or hunker down for winter, pigs…
So, you’ve got a small farm, a little patch of land, and a sense of adventure that says, “Why not raise pigs?” At Silver Ridge Rabbitry and Farms, we’ve taken…
Raising pigs can be an incredibly rewarding endeavor, and finding ways to reduce feed costs while keeping them healthy is always a priority. One budget-friendly and sustainable approach is to…
If you’re looking to house pigs on your homestead or farm, building a pig pen can be an expensive undertaking. However, with some creativity and resourcefulness, you can construct a…
For anyone managing livestock, maintaining healthy pastures is a top priority. Overgrazing, poor soil health, and inadequate grazing management can quickly deplete a pasture, leaving it bare and unproductive. One…