How Flying Pig Cattle Co. got it’s name
I had big dreams as a kid. I wanted to own a farm – I do.I wanted to rodeo professionally – I don’t.I basically wanted to rule the world – Depends on the day. One thing that was never on my…
Flying Pig Cattle’s Christmas Gift Guide
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Meet the Herd: Apple
Name: Apple Species: Bovine Gender: Cow Breed: Jersey Of all the crazy ideas I’ve had, Apple may be one of the craziest and best! In September 2023, I decided we needed a milk cow for our family. We were already milking 4 goats, so…
Meet the Herd: Walter
Name: Walter Species: Bovine Gender: Bull Breed: Registered Miniature Hereford Walter wants you to know he’s kind of a big deal. People know him. When I decided to swap my mini cow herd from commercial cattle to registered, Walter was my first purchase. I…
5 Reasons Miniature Herefords are a Great Addition to Your Farm
It started with a trip to an exotic livestock auction, as many good stories do. My mother and I have enjoyed many trips to Jim Scott’s Alternative Livestock Auction over the years. Dad and Colt never knew what we might come…
Where did your Thanksgiving Dinner come from?
Thanksgiving is upon us, and when we give thanks for the food on our dinner table, maybe we should include thanks for the for farmers and ranchers that raised and grew our food.
Twins in Beef Cattle: Good, bad, or ugly?
When it comes to calving season, twins are an unusual occurrence, but not necessarily rare. It’s estimated that anywhere between 1-2% of beef cattle pregnancies will result in a twin birth. That number tends to be slightly higher in dairy cattle….
5 Easy Ways To Teach Kids Where Their Food Comes From
It’s important for people to know where their food comes from! Here are five easy ways to teach kids how their food gets from the farm to their fork.
Female Farmer Friday: Loagan Robinson
Loagan Robinson is a first generation Montana rancher. Loagan is reaching out and helping other first generation ranchers get started through her podcast, “The Ranching Brunette.”
Female Farmer Friday: Kyle Brisendine
Today’s Female Farmer Friday is Kyle Brisendine from Michigan. Kyle raises grassfed beef, lamb, and pastured poultry, and also works a full time, off farm job!
