Cattle
Our cattle keeping enterprise began in Autumn 2010 with the purchase of two Shetland heifers. Many smallholders are put off keeping cattle because of their size and the amount of grazing they need. While a cow does need more grass than a sheep, the native breeds are thrifty and can outwinter in most years; with training and handling, they are much easier to handle than you might expect. And a house cow will give you access to your own fresh milk and beef – so don’t rule out cattle keeping. Our guide will help you make up your mind.
Guides & articles:
Further Reading
 Cows for the Smallholder Val Porter |  Cattle, A Handbook to the Breeds of the World Valerie Porter |  Cattle Ailments: Recognition and Treatment Eddie Straiton |  The Illustrated Guide to Cows Celia Lewis |  Know Your Cattle Jack Byard |
Smallholding shop
Calf Feeding Bucket c/w 3 teat
Calf Feeding Bucket. Three… from £49.15 + p&p
Copper Bull Ring 2.5"
Copper Bull Ring. 2.5" Self… from £4.32 + p&p
Calving Rope 2 loop
Trafitional style Calving… from £7.52 + p&p
Copper Bull Ring 2.75"
Copper Bull Ring. 2.75" Self… from £4.56 + p&p
