Sample Costs for a 50-Head Organic Cow-Calf Operation in North California
Explore this comprehensive resource detailing sample costs for a 50-head organic cow-calf operation in California's…
Livestock as a Tool: Improving Soil Health, Boosting Crops
Integrating livestock with crops enhances soil health by cycling nutrients and feeding microorganisms. Learn more about…
Multispecies Grazing: A Primer on Diversity
This publication explores the principles of grazing multiple livestock species on pastures, highlighting the benefits…
Ruminant Nutrition for Graziers
Cattle, sheep, and goats convert plant materials into nutrients for humans, making unproductive land valuable. This…
Dung Beetle Benefits in the Pasture Ecosystem
This publication highlights the valuable role of dung beetles in pasture ecosystems and the benefits they bring. It…
Tipsheet: Organic Cattle, Sheep, and Goats for Dairy
USDA organic dairy regulations apply to all milk-producing animals, including cows, goats, and sheep. These rules cover…
Tipsheet: Organic Management of Internal and External Livestock Parasites
Livestock parasites are resilient and cannot be fully eradicated, and learning how to manage them organically is…
Tipsheet: Treatment of Sick or Injured Organic Livestock
To meet USDA organic regulations, livestock producers must implement preventive health care practices. Despite best…
Tipsheet: Organic Approach to Animal Health
Organic producers can implement various strategies to promote and maintain livestock health. Learn the basics of proper…
Integrating Livestock and Crops: Improving Soil, Solving Problems, Increasing Income
Integrating livestock into crop farms boosts soil health, diversifies products, and enhances income and resilience.…