Burr Oak Heifers

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

Donors Explain Why They Give Heifer

What is a Cooperative?

A cooperative is a people-centered business driven by values of reciprocity and solidarity — and they're central to Heifer's work helping people overcome hunger and poverty.

How to Volunteer for Heifer with Your Church

Are you looking for inspiration for how to volunteer for Heifer International with your church? Need some direction in how to impact the fight to end hunger and poverty even though you may live very far from your closest Heifer representative? Look no further than a church that has been working with Heifer for the past 72 years, and yet still continues to surprise us with their generosity and spirit of compassion.

What’s the Difference Between a Cow and a Heifer?

How well do you know your bovines? Test your cow terminology knowledge with some valuable facts. You're sure to learn a thing or two!

Are your heifers all grown up?

When are heifers “all grown up?” Not really until at least the end of their first lactation. And cows are not considered mature until around their third lactation.

Donors Explain Why They Give Heifer

Picking replacement heifers?

The decision often is based on priorities of the operation Late fall is the time many cattle producers are weaning spring born calves and making selections for replacement females. Trying to decide i

How Many Heifers Do You Need?

The actual number of heifers you need to maintain herd size can be quite surprising.

Life of A Dairy Show Heifer

Showing livestock isn't glamorous. It's hard work. It's a 365 day experience. Late nights and early mornings. I have never shown a dairy cow, but I walked into my first showring with a Hereford heifer when I was just three years old. It's in my blood and it's in the blood of many exhibitors I met at

Want a more efficient cowherd? Start with early-born heifers

Build momentum in your calving season and reap the rewards.

Some new ideas to trick your kids into eating breakfast

10 easy and worldly breakfasts for your picky eater

How to determine if cattle are bulls, steers, cows or heifers

Bull. Steer. Cow. Heifer. Keep your bovine straight with this guide.

Do Your Heifer Calves Need a Gal Pal?

Emerging research suggests individual calf hutches or pens might actually be inhibiting the social and cognitive development of young calves.

6 Summer Car Insurance Tips for College Kids

College students who split their time between a distant campus and home have different needs for car insurance than those who live at home.

When Should I Replace My Burrs?

Let’s say you own a Baratza grinder. You’ve had it for a few years now and you’ve been enjoying fresh ground coffee on demand. When you boil it all down, a coffee grinder is just a machine that turns burrs. Machines need work overtime, right? A car needs new tires eventually, a flashlight needs a …

A Guide to Homeowners Insurance

Your home is likely your most valuable investment, so it's important to have the right coverage. However, navigating homeowners insurance policies can be challenging...

Espresso Grinder Burrs: What’s the Difference?

Not all burrs are created equal. The design of the burr coupled with the material composition can change a lot about how the coffee turns out. Burrs have a usable lifespan and then need to be resha…

What is an Insurance Rider?

An insurance rider is an add-on to your home, renters, or condo policy. Riders are mostly added for expensive items such as jewelry, furniture, etc.

Fixing the insurance exchanges

Many health insurers who ventured into the insurance marketplaces are sending a clear message: We're taking our ball and going home.