From The Farm

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  For hobby farmers, raising dairy goats can be a rewarding and profitable venture. However, selecting and purchasing dairy goats can be a daunting task, especially for those new to the industry. In this blog post, we will discuss the factors to consider when choosing dairy goats for your hobby farm and offer tips for finding reputable breeders and purchasing high-quality animals. Breed Selection One of the first considerations when selecting dairy goats for your hobby farm is breed. There are several breeds of dairy goats, each with unique characteristics and qualities. Some of the most popular breeds for hobby farms include Nubians, LaManchas, Alpines, and Oberhaslis. When choosing a breed, consider factors such as milk production, temperament, and adaptability to your local climate and conditions. Age and Health Status Another crucial consideration when selecting dairy goats for your hobby farm is age and health status. Ideally, you should choose goats that are healthy, free from di

 

  Dairy goats are becoming an increasingly popular choice for small-scale farmers. These animals offer numerous benefits, including low maintenance requirements, high milk yield, and suitability for small-scale farming. In this blog post, we will explore the advantages of raising dairy goats and how they can benefit small-scale farmers. Low Maintenance Requirements Compared to other livestock, such as cows or horses, dairy goats require minimal maintenance. They are relatively small in size, which means they require less space and feed. Additionally, goats are browsers, meaning they prefer to graze on a variety of plants rather than just grass. This makes them easier to manage as they do not require as much specialized feed or care. High Milk Yield One of the primary benefits of raising dairy goats is their high milk yield. On average, a dairy goat can produce 2-3 quarts of milk per day, which is a significant amount for a small-scale farmer. Goat milk is also highly nutritious, contai

We're excited to announce that we have partnered with the Topeka Zoo for World Oceans Day!!! It may not be until June, but it's got us thinking again about how we can better serve the environment and do even more to preserve the earth. We've always tried to keep the planet in mind when we choose our packaging,  and now we want to do more! We are looking into ways of making our product even greener and reducing the amount of plastic used in our packaging. Although we have always used Biolefin as our shrink wrap because it is biodegradable, we feel like it takes longer than we would like (7-8 months) so as the months progress we will be moving to more paper or reusable packaging. We are committed to finding sustainable solutions that protect our planet and will continue to strive towards more eco-friendly packaging. Thank you for being part of this journey!  The idea of sustainability is something we take seriously, so we've been investigating ways to help the environmen

Imagine you are driving along merrily when a storm comes out of nowhere. You’re safe but also concerned and a bit anxious. As you trudge along the storm ebbs and flows, but suddenly in a flash, the bridge before you gives way, and you have to come to an unexpected stop. There’s no moving forward, and you can’t back up so you sit there idly, having no idea what to do. You pray it’s just a dream or that someone will come to your rescue and then realize that you and only you will have to find a detour to make it to the other side of this horrible situation. Detours are usually paths that you have never been on. They can be full of turns, hills, curves, lonely back roads, and sometimes full of quicksand. This is the best way to describe grief or at least mine. January 11th, 2007, I married the man of my dreams. I never once thought that years later, the kids and I would be living with him on the other side of life….eternal life. We started a large family, bought a large property, and start