Photo by Ingrid Painter. Animals have always been an integral part of agriculture. They provide nutritious foods, such as milk, cheese, eggs and meat, as well as wool, cashmere, mohair and other natural fibers. Properly managed animal services, including browsing and grazing, pest control, and draft power can replace environmentally damaging practices. Use of endangered livestock today is essential to their conservation for tomorrow.
Traditional breeds are commercially viable, especially in diversified, sustainable agriculture.
Farm animals are among the first animals children learn and love, yet few young people actually grow up with livestock. ALBC provides educational materials to encourage appreciation for domestic animals. This white Pilgrim gander makes a fine contribution to the diversified farm. Pilgrims are quiet, medium sized geese known for good parenting qualities and usefulness in weeding gardens and controlling insect pests. Photo by Rob Amberg.