Farm Guides

Use this pig gestation calculator to estimate your sow’s farrowing date based on breeding day. Pigs are typically pregnant for about 114 days (3 months, 3 weeks, and 3 days). This tool helps farmers plan breeding schedules, prepare farrowing pens, and track important pregnancy milestones.

Estimate the true cost of raising cattle with this free Cattle Cost Calculator. Calculate purchase price, annual feed expenses, break-even point, and projected profit to determine whether your beef or cow-calf operation is financially sustainable in 2026.

Estimate how many sheep your pasture can support using forage production, grazing days, and utilization with this easy sheep per acre calculator.

In this article, we’ll walk you through everything a newcomer needs to know to start a poultry farm business in the USA, the basics of poultry farming, how to manage birds effectively, and how to maximize profitability with savvy, practical tips.

Goat farming is quickly becoming one of the most profitable livestock ventures in the USA, after cattle farming. For small- and mid-scale farmers, raising goats for profit offers a highly rewarding opportunity due to low startup costs, quick income turnaround, and manageable care requirements.

To learn how to start a goat farm, the first step is research. Farmers must research local laws, save enough capital to build strong housing and fencing, and choose a location with adequate grazing space and access to clean water.

Learn when and why to disbud goats, the difference between disbudding and dehorning, ideal age windows, costs, pain management, risks, and ethical considerations.

Sheep parasites are one of the most costly and recurring problems farmers face. They reduce productivity, damage the quality of their wool, cause a range of health issues, and lower reproductive efficiency across the flock.

Rabbit parasites can severely impact the pet's health; they cause irritation, weight loss, poor coat condition, and even death in severe cases.

Cloud-based farm management software helps farmers streamline planning, track expenses, monitor livestock or crops, and optimize profitability in one place. Instead of scattered notes or spreadsheets, farmers have access to real-time insights that improve efficiency and productivity.

Managing breeding records, tracking animal health, and staying on top of farm expenses shouldn't feel like a chore—or cost a fortune. If you're currently using Everbreed, or looking for the best software for rabbit breeders, you may be wondering how FarmKeep compares. In this guide, we’ll break down the differences between Everbreed and FarmKeep, and explain why FarmKeep might be a better fit—especially if you manage more than just rabbits.