November 8, 2016
Smallholding insurance advice
Smallholders need insurance. Kim Stoddart takes a look at policies you might not be aware of...
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Animals
May 9, 2016
Top livestock tagging tips
Ear tagging livestock can be problematic. Debbie Kingsley offers advice
April 4, 2016
Two new Suri studs due to arrive at Bozedown Alpacas
Bozedown Alpacas, based in Berkshire, has two exciting new Suri studs arriving this spring from the USA.
April 4, 2016
Lessons learned
Liz Shankland has just bought her second smallholding and, in this series, offers her advice and experience to help you set up your perfect place.
January 15, 2016
Home slaughter- part 3
In the third part of his series on home slaughter, Tim Tyne gives a step-by-step guide to killing a chicken and preparing it for the oven
January 15, 2016
Home slaughter- part 2
In the second part of his series on home slaughter, Tim Tyne considers the different techniques
January 15, 2016
Home slaughter- part 1
In the first part of a feature series on home slaughter, Tim Tyne says the process is surprisingly easy and wholesome, and connects us with our food in a natural way
November 9, 2015
Best of both worlds
Fancy keeping pigs but not sure if you can juggle it with a full-time job? LIZ SHANKLAND has some advice.
October 20, 2015
A question of identity
Liz Shankland, the author of the Haynes Pig Manual, explains an aspect of keeping pigs which often confuses beginners – how to correctly identify your animals.
July 20, 2015
Making a health plan
It is very helpful to plan ahead for year-round for healthy livestock. Debbie Kingsley explains
July 20, 2015
Your first sheep
Sheep can be a joy to keep. But make sure you do your homework first. Jules Moore offers some basic tips
