Why do golden yaks produce so much more fiber? Recently we have been getting a good deal of questions about what determines value in yaks. I would have to say the number one thing to avoid is exaggerated claims. Yaks are multi purpose bovines that can be used for fiber production, dairy, packing, and meat. [...]
Yak Wool – Hub Pages
Just in time for the Estes Park Wool Market. Learn a bit more about how soft and warm yak wool is and schedule some time this weekend to come see us at the Estes Park Wool Market. Yak Wool on Hub Pages
HB 10-1193
Just the little things that a great and wise government can do for you!
What Does Yak Meat Taste Like?
“That Depends!” Yak is a bovine, so from a technical standpoint the meat is called “Beef”. As with any meat, flavor is dependent on a number of factors. Breed, genetics within a breed, diet, age, environmental conditions,and the process used to “finish” the animal all play an important role in the end result. Yak meat [...]
Filmmaker Choephel tells tale of Tibet
Ngawang Choephel was 2 when he and his mother fled Tibet, the place of his birth, after its occupation and control by the Chinese. The two traveled by yak across the Himalayas to India, where they lived in a Tibetan refugee camp in southern India.
Hollywild Baby Yak Named
Zoo in South Carolina announces winner of name the baby yak contest. http://www2.wspa.com/spa/news/local/article/hollywild_baby_yak_named/28712/
Feathered Jewels
Bob and Bev have visited a few times and we were able to tour their pheasant houses when we delivered yaks to them. The pheasants are incredibly beautiful. The Merrits are great hosts and Bob delights in showing off the sheep – just ask him! They own a beautiful yak bull named Inky. http://www.chieftain.com/articles/2009/10/25/life/local/doc4ae388846865f749597765.txt
Alumni find calling on yak farm
A great article from The Daily Princetonian about Vermont Yaks. http://www.dailyprincetonian.com/2009/10/23/24250/
Passionate Yak Burgers. Apologies to Lucinda Williams
You wanted to know about yak burgers read this post by The Passionate Foodie. The Passionate Foodie: Yak Burgers Thanks for the great article.
The Yak: All-Purpose Animal
Yaks are synonymous with life at high altitudes. They are strong creatures capable of carrying heavy loads, but more than this, they are the ultimate all-purpose beasts of burden. In Nepal, you are likely to encounter them on the Everest Base Camp Trek where they are used as pack animals on the trail. They are [...]
