Small Acreage Livestock Research Articles

This fact sheet provides practical guidance for honey bee producers on selecting optimal apiary locations and choosing appropriate beehive types to support healthy, productive colonies. It serves as both a management reference for current beekeepers and a...

This fact sheet from Utah State University Extension provides essential guidance on selecting rabbit breeds and managing breeding practices for meat, fur, or pet production. It covers key terms, reproductive management, and practical tips to help both new...

This fact sheet offers a comprehensive guide to rabbit breeding and management, focusing on improving meat quality, growth rate, fertility, and sustainability. It outlines effective breeding programs, environmental considerations, and common challenges to...

This guide offers practical advice to help you raise resilient, high-laying hens and build a successful small-scale egg production system, no matter your level of experience.

This fact sheet covers poultry history, top egg-laying breeds, egg anatomy, nutrition, and practical tips to help farmers improve productivity and run successful egg production ventures.