Great Pyrenees dogs are popular livestock guardians and pets. Livestock guardian dog breeds are large, furry dogs primarily bred to protect sheep, cattle, and other animals from predators. These ...

Proponents of ‘heritage breeds’ say the animals offer unique genetics that help them to resist heat, to forage and to guard against parasites. Rare livestock breeds, derived from farmers of ...

Partnering with ranchers across the Midwest, Lone Creek Cattle Company has built its reputation around a unique breed of ...

Australian Cattle Dogs were bred for work during the 1800s and they needed to be strong and agile. It’s why they have such well-conditioned muscles and a quick pace – great attributes when seeking to ...

We’ve given you a beef baptism in buying beef online, the rules of store-bought beef, beef’s lesser-known cuts and even beef you can drink. Kicking things up a notch (BAM!), let’s explore the breeds ...

Heritage chicken and cattle breeds are generally better suited to small-scale homesteads than many modern livestock breeds. Their tendency to be dual- or even triple-purpose breeds is a noted plus for ...

The Manipuri duck, known locally as ‘Meitei Nganu’ or ‘Eshing Nganu’, has officially been acknowledged as a unique indigenous ...

SIVAS, Turkey -- For 30 years, Huseyin Yildiz has bred powerful shepherd dogs in Turkey's central Anatolian province of Sivas, home of the livestock-guarding Kangal canines that are a source of pride ...

India has registered two new high-yielding synthetic cattle breeds. These breeds can produce over 3,000 kg of milk in a ...

Whether you're a newbie farmer just dipping your toes into raising goats and chickens, or you've got a spread that supports grazing cattle, chances are good you work long hours on your land. Feeding ...

Highland cattle are primarily raised for their naturally lean beef, which has made them the cattle of choice with Britain's royal family. A heritage livestock breed names for its ability to thrive on ...