Archive for April, 2014

Archive for April, 2014

Feeding Tips For Horse Owners

Feeding horses correctly and safely often appears to be enormously complicated for the horse owner. Horses are unique in the livestock world, and cannot be fed the same way as cattle, hogs, sheep,or any other livestock species.

Good Eggs: Feed Matters

Despite its apparent nutritional perfection, the egg can be enhanced by improving what is fed to the hen. Hens are very good at incorporating what they eat into the developing egg.

Feeding Lactating Mares

At foaling, a mare’s daily nutrient requirements increase significantly. The protein and energy requirements almost double from early gestation to lactation, as do requirements for calcium, phosphorus and Vitamin A.

Raising Chickens: Preparing a Space

Raising chickens is a great experience for the whole family. One of the primary requirements is providing housing that is comfortable for your backyard flock.