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"I've been thinking about sowing alfalfa in the yard this year, where do you get the seed from?"
"The small bags are ridiculously expensive at the pet stores, you'd be better off to buy a bale and still toss 3/4 of it in the trash than buy the pet sized bags. If other people with livestock live near you, you could likely offer them a few bucks…"
"I don't know of a stud service per se, but many breeders will allow you to rent a buck, or will board your does for a few weeks during the breeding season for a fee. Some even get their bucks collected and will sell the straws so that there's no…"
"Care-wise they're fairly similar to raise, but goats need copper in their diet & sheep can't have it. The wool becomes a problem in the summer and they need to be clipped. Personally, I prefer the goats personalities over the sheep. Goats are smart…"
"When are you planning on butchering them? I'd be interested in a pair, and in a practical demonstration if you're willing, but I'll be busy Saturday 10-noonish.
Jenna Towe"
Jenna Towe"
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Welcome to the Valley Permaculture Alliance, a local 501C3 non-profit education organization that offers classes, training, activities, tours, events and demonstrations on various aspects of sustainable living around the Greater Phoenix Valley. You can read more about the VPA on the ‘About Us’ page, and explore the many groups and resources this Ning “social networking site” has to offer, as well as customize your own Profile Page and connect with new like-minded friends.
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