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What are the main differences between raising sheep vs goats? We’re about to brainstorm the subtleties that most homesteaders overlook – including the cost of feed, potential profitability, and other muttony nuances! But first, let me tell you how my journey of raising sheep vs goats started. Nearly 20 years ago, I arrived on the …

Read More about Raising Sheep vs Goats – Which Is Best for Profits, and Fun?

If you’re new to raising goats, the excitement of seeing your first kids arrive on the scene can easily distract you from the more important task at hand – managing your doe’s milking routine. You don’t want to starve her babies, but at the same time, you’ve been waiting for that first taste of fresh …

Read More about Here’s How Often You Have to Milk a Goat [Once vs Twice a Day]

There’s little more delicious than a glass of fresh goat milk but, while raw milk does have some advantages, it can also contain potentially harmful bacteria and germs. Not so long ago, milk produced by the Valley Milk Simply Bottled of Stanislaus County was recalled after it was found to contain traces of the bacteria …

Read More about How to Pasteurize Goat Milk at Home [3 Simple Ways]

In this epic guide, we’re going to brainstorm the best dairy goat breeds and the best goats for milk! But first, there are a few things all homesteaders need to know about the best milking goat breed. Did you know that more goat milk is consumed worldwide than any other type, including cow’s milk? Some …

Read More about 7 Dairy Goat Breeds That Make the Best Homestead Milking Goat

Want to learn more about Oberhasli goats, their traits, and their characteristics? Then read on! We’re about to brainstorm all about Oberhasli goats – including why they belong on your farm or homestead. But first, let’s talk about why goats are all the rage lately. Goat popularity has been on the uptick for a few years now. Did you …

Read More about 7 Compelling Reasons for Raising Oberhasli Goats