It’s important that a calf drinks in the right position so that the milk travels its designated route to the abomasum. Doing so releases hormones that make them feel good and full. Slow drinking is crucial for the production of saliva to digest the milk properly.
Category: Educational
The Mini Dairy Revolution: Small Cows Offer Big Potential for Modern Homesteads
It’s Tax Season: Writing Off Your Cows & Homestead Expenses
Tax season feels overwhelming for us all. Homesteaders have a mess when cattle, land, and household expenses all seem to overlap. But if you intend to operate for a profit, […]
The Frommagio Cheesemaker: One Member’s Positive Experience
The Frommagio Cheesemaker rekindled my love for home cheesemaking. With smart features, app integration, and easy cleanup, it delivers consistent results with minimal effort. I’ve tried every recipe — all successful. It’s compact, reliable, and beginner-friendly. Perfect for small batches and busy schedules, it makes crafting delicious cheese at home both simple and satisfying.
How to Guide: Milk Training Your Mini Jersey Heifer
Part 1: Laying the Groundwork for Milk Training from Day One Training a heifer to be milked, often referred to as milk training, can be challenging, but it is generally […]
11 Benefits of Having Chickens: Why a Backyard Chicken Coop is Perfect for Your Homestead
Our President, Lorinda Barnes, was quoted in a Redfin Blog post, 11 Benefits of Having Chickens: Why a Backyard Chicken Coop is Perfect for Your Homestead, published on March 13, […]
AI Breeding Tips for Tough Cows
Like many of you, my husband and I used Artificial Insemination (AI) on two of our cows. Be forewarned, it doesn’t always take the first time around.
Welcome to the New Website!
The Purebred Mini Jersey Society website just got even better, with new useful tools and features for the public and members! Search At the top of the sidebar (or in […]


