#Heritagebreeds are a crucial part of sustainable agriculture! #sustainableagriculture #regenerativeagriculture

Welcome HoofnHorn to The Livestock Conservancy family as a Supporter Sponsor! We are so excited to partner with HoofnHorn to support important rare breed conservation efforts!

Have you completed your rabbit census yet? Make them count today!  #HeritageBreeds #TheLivestockConservancy

Tamworth pigs (Recovering on the Conservation Priority List) are a hardy breed that loves being active and can survive adverse weather, but they do not do as well in summer. Tamworths have a thick, coarse coat, but when they are molting, they are susceptible to sunburn, so they need suitable housing and available mud to protect their skin and keep them cool.   Consider adding Tamworths to your farm, ranch or homestead! Read all about them on our website: livestockconservancy.org/tam… #HeritageBreeds #TheLivestockConservancy #NationalPorkMonth

Today is National I Love Yarn Day and we are thinking of all of the Shave 'Em to Save 'Em participants! Are you filling up your passport while you get ready for winter projects?  We'd love to see what your plans are! Share in the comments.  #ShaveEmtoSaveEm #SE2SE #FiberArts

Please join us in thanking our Gold Sponsor, Greenfire Farms, for their generous support of The Livestock Conservancy. Their partnership helps advance the conservation of rare and endangered livestock and poultry breeds and the genetic diversity they represent. We’re grateful to have Greenfire Farms alongside us in this important work!

All the pretty girls walk like this 🎵 This Holland hen knows she's got the looks. She's possibly one of the rarest chicken breeds. Known for being calm with a cheerful personality, this breed is great for backyard flocks.  Find out more about her on the Conservation Priority List. livestockconservancy.org/hol… #HeritageBreeds #TheLivestockConservancy

Are you working with sheep, goats or other understudied livestock populations? A hands-on workshop at Iowa State University will give you practical approaches to breeding-program design and more. Get the details (including information on available scholarships). ans.iastate.edu/research/ani…

It is time to update your information! Help us make sure your records are accurate and up to date for the Breeders Directory. Take a few minutes to review your mailing address, email address and especially your breed information. Have you added a new breed, stopped raising one or changed your contact information? Now is the time to let us know. livestockconservancy.org/acc…

It's National Farmers Day and we cannot say strongly enough how much we appreciate the commitment and dedication of American farmers. And a special thank-you to those who champion the cause of rare breeds of livestock and poultry. We salute you!

CATTLE CALL! Tell us your favorite breed of cattle included on the Conservation Priority List, and we'll select one cowboy or cowgirl to receive a free copy of "Homestead Cows." You can also get this great book by shopping our online bookstore, but hurry. Quantities are limited! livestockconservancy.org/res…

Happy World Egg Day! Today we’re celebrating eggs from heritage breed birds—like the Chantecler chicken, a hardy Canadian breed known for its creamy, large eggs. Chanteclers are currently listed as “Watch” on the Conservation Priority List, highlighting the importance of supporting these rare breeds. Heritage turkeys, geese, ducks, and chickens all bring unique colors, flavors and textures to your table. What’s your favorite thing about heritage breed eggs? Their taste, color, or the story behind the breed? Learn more about Chanteclers : livestockconservancy.org/cha… #nationaleggday #heritagebreeds #heritagebreedchickens

Why it matters: Every rare breed carries unique genetics, traits, and history that could be lost forever if its population disappears. Conserving these breeds helps protect the genetic diversity agriculture may need for generations to come. The Livestock Conservancy works to protect nearly 200 rare livestock and poultry breeds through our Conservation Priority List and other conservation programs. And that work makes a difference: this year, the Belgian horse and Silver Fox rabbit graduated from the list!   Are you ready to join us? Be part of the effort: livestockconservancy.org/joi…

Did you know that donkeys, valued for their strength and resilience, have been used in agriculture for over 6,000 years? Their ability to thrive on low-nutrient food and minimal water made them particularly valuable in arid environments, characteristics that are still valued today.  Check out the breeds of endangered heritage donkeys on our website. livestockconservancy.org/her…

The Autumn issue of The Livestock Conservancy Newsletter is on its way to members!  Inside, you’ll find questions to ask when buying heritage breed pigs to help you make a more informed purchasing decision, plus the story of a mother-daughter team expanding their farm with a new micromill—and much more from the world of heritage breed conservation. Our quarterly publication is one of the benefits of membership in The Livestock Conservancy. Not a member yet? Join today and help support the conservation of rare livestock and poultry breeds. The magazine is a popular benefit for our members. Don't miss out! livestockconservancy.org/joi…

Interested in improving your herd or flock while maintaining diversified genetics? Watch our Understanding Conservation Breeding Webinar! The recording is now available. livestockconservancy.org/und…

Rare breed meat producers: We’d like to hear from you. What challenges do you face when it comes to finding and working with livestock processors? Have availability, distance, scheduling, costs, processing options, or other factors affected your operation? We’re exploring this topic for a future issue of The Livestock Conservancy’s quarterly magazine and want to better understand the experiences of producers raising rare and heritage breeds. Let us know if you’d be willing to speak with us for the article. Message us! As a thank-you for participating, we’ll randomly select one commenter to receive a copy of Basic Butchering of Livestock and Game.

Today is World Farm Animals Day! We'd love to know your favorite species and how you'll celebrate them today!

Looking for a truly versatile heritage breed? The Milking Devon is a triple-purpose breed, traditionally valued for milk, meat, and draft power. Listed as Critical on the Conservation Priority List, Milking Devons are still prized as draft animals and produce milk similar in quality to Jersey cow milk. Their versatility can make them a good choice for those interested in multi-purpose cattle or a family milk cow. This historic breed needs more stewards to help secure its future. Learn more with our breed profile: livestockconservancy.org/mil… #HeritageBreeds #TheLivestockConservancy

Hop on to our newsletter today to get more "ear-resistable" monthly news and updates from The Livestock Conservancy! It's free and full of useful information.  livestockconservancy.org/ene…

Happy National Goose Day! Eleven breeds of geese are included in the Conservation Priority List, including Cotton Patch Geese. Which breed is your favorite?  Photo courtesy of Shannon Whidden, Yellowhawk Creek Hobby Farm