The Conversation

Hundreds of livestock breeds have gone extinct – but some Australian farmers are keeping endangered breeds alive

It took thousands of years to develop the world’s extraordinary range of domesticated farm animals – an estimated 8,800 livestock breeds across 38 farmed species. But this diversity is dwindling fast.
Forbes

Regenerative Agriculture: Soils, Cows, And Climate

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Marianne Krasny is a professor at Cornell University. Feb 03, 2025, 01:15pm EST Feb 04, 2025, 09:14am EST Dairy cattle in a ...
Concord Monitor

From the Farm: What kind of cow is that?

These two pairs of dairy-born calves are learning the commands of working steers under 4-H teamsters Molly Potter and Rose DeFreitas, who are training them to pull as yoked teams. They’ll put their ...
Indiatimes

ICAR registers 16 new breeds of indigenous animals including four cattle

NEW DELHI: Expanding the list of well-documented and scientifically recognised animal breeds in the country, the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has registered 16 more new breeds of ...
Action News Jax

Why miniature cows are outpacing traditional pets for rural residents

When it comes to alternative pets for farmers, miniature cows top the list. Unlike full-size cattle, these smaller farm animals require less space, are more docile, and easier to manage while still ...