November 25, 2023
Being an active, lifelong-learner has been a important part of growing my farm business. A valuable resources has been the M5 Entrepreneurs Academy,
November 18, 2023
Keeping your goats warm and ensuring their well-being is a top priority as winter weather sets in for the season.
November 17, 2023
Whether marketing goats or buying new stock to start or add to your herd, you’ll need to make sure you’re prepared for transporting them.
November 9, 2023
There’s more to goat breeding season than just putting your does with a buck.
October 28, 2023
When we first started storing frozen meat on our farm we wanted a way to know quickly if our freezer wasn’t working properly.
October 26, 2023
As fall progresses we are transitioning our herd of goats and sheep from rotational grazing to winter bale grazing.
October 17, 2023
As our business grew and we transitioned to primarily selling goat meat directly to customers, I picked up a lot of fantastic information (and recipes) that helped me understand it so much better.
September 30, 2023
As fall is creeping in, I’m working to finish up the last of my projects.
September 15, 2023
Choosing the right electric fence charger, selected for your fencing needs, along with the set up is important in making it truly effective.
September 9, 2023
Recently I was profiled by the Wisconsin Farm Bureau as part of their Leaders of the Land series.
September 1, 2023
Electric fence netting is one of several portable fence options to use with goats when grazing on pasture or managing brush.
September 1, 2023
Livestock guardian dogs have been employed by farmers and ranchers for centuries as a means to effectively protect livestock from predators.
August 31, 2023
The type of shelter your goats will require can vary depending on several factors, including the season, your geographic location, management practices, and the size of your herd.
August 26, 2023
In a world dominated by digital marketing, word of mouth marketing might seem old fashioned. But it’s still a super effective way of getting your farm business in front of customers and giving it staying power.
August 22, 2023
We’ve been giving our pastures a break over the last few weeks to let the grasses, legumes and forbes time to recover and to help reduce future parasite issues.
August 9, 2023
Access to water is critical for your goats, but it can be also time consuming to fill waters on a regular basis. This blog covers three options for goat waters that can be used during the summer grazing summer or winter. 1. Rotational grazing water system with a pipeline The above ground black poly pipeline […]
July 29, 2023
Throughout the grazing season I rely heavily on my Gator to not only get around the farm to check goats and sheep, but also to haul the rotational grazing fencing gear and goat supplies I may need.
July 29, 2023
Forage chicory has numerous benefits as a pasture plant species for small ruminants, including goats and sheep.
July 22, 2023
A cardboard shredder machine can help solve the issue of having used cardboard boxes, by providing a way to repurpose the cardboard.
July 21, 2023
Understanding the goat gestation period is important for successful and healthy pregnancies.
July 15, 2023
One important facet of making a business out of raising meat goats is ensuring that your operation abides by certain USDA regulations.
July 15, 2023
The Smart Fence is a great option for portable goats since it is so easy to use.
July 7, 2023
While often overlooked as a pasture legume, Birdsfoot Trefoil is an excellent option to consider given it’s forage quality, long stand life, and antiparasitic traits.
June 17, 2023
When done correctly, rotational grazing offers many benefits to your livestock, soil quality, and pasture productivity.
June 9, 2023
Learn how to test an electric fence and troubleshoot grounding and conductivity issues when your electric fence is not working.
June 3, 2023
When getting started with raising goats, one of the most common questions that comes up is how many goats per acre can I raise?
May 31, 2023
Email marketing: It’s a term that strikes fear in the hearts of so many farmers and ranchers I’ve met. With a million things to do each day, taking the time to sit down and craft and send out an email can feel like an understandably daunting task.
May 16, 2023
Recently I was featured on the For the Love of Goats Podcast, where I talked about about marketing goat meat farming and online sales.
May 9, 2023
Portable goat fencing paired with electric is an effective solution to keep goats in and it’s a lower-cost option.
May 8, 2023
Learn about goat terminology, including the scientific name for goats, as well as the terms for goats related to gender and age.
May 2, 2023
Having the right goat fence is one of the most important things when it comes to raising goats.
April 22, 2023
One of my top reference books for goat cuts, processing, and butchery is the book Butchering by Adam Danforth.
April 21, 2023
Goat pens are an important component of housing your goats. While pens keep your goats contained, the right design provides many benefits.
April 13, 2023
There are many factors to consider when choosing a meat goat breed so you can make the right decision for your future herd and farm.
April 11, 2023
Kidding season can be an exciting, yet stressful time on the farm. There’s a lot of uncertainty when newborn goats will arrive and how much you might have to assist the doe in the birthing process.
March 24, 2023
Knowing your ideal customers, and how they differ from your current customers, is an essential part of developing your farm business.
March 24, 2023
This week I was featured on the American Farm Bureau Farmside Chat Podcast, where I talked about about goat meat farming and conservation practices.
March 19, 2023
The USDA Web Soil Survey is a powerful tool that can be used to map out your pasture’s soil type in great detail.
March 3, 2023
Creating the right pasture for your meat goat herd may be easier than you might think.
February 7, 2023
While basing goat meat prices off your competition a start, it’s important to also know your production costs and margin goals.
January 17, 2023
Undoubtedly you’ve heard the phrase “know your customer” but what about “know your consumer?”
January 10, 2023
So many farmers and ranchers who raise meat goats know very little about the meat, largely because of a lack of information widely available.
January 3, 2023
One of my absolute favorite things to talk about (and something I always get a lot of questions about) is bale grazing and how we make it work with our goats and sheep. Wisconsin winters bring heavy snowfall which means that at a certain point we can no longer rely on stored forage. That’s where […]
December 27, 2022
On this week’s Q&A session I’m answering your questions about bale grazing sheep and goats including where you can bale graze in your pasture, how to manage the quality of hay while bale grazing, and how long it takes to see results.
December 16, 2022
This past month I had the pleasure doing an with Regenerative Farmers of America and shared more about our journey with raising meat goats.
December 16, 2022
Goats need minerals to help their bodies function properly. Feeding loose minerals can help make sure they’re getting the nutrients needed.
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