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How Many Goats Per Acre Can You Raise On Your Homestead?

If you’re a homesteader or farmer with an extra acre of land, just sitting there doing nothing, why not raise some goats? Goats are nifty, friendly, and valuable animals. And they don’t require a lot from their human caretakers. Using an extra acre of land to raise some goats can also create a new source …

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How Soon Can a Goat Get Pregnant After Giving Birth? [Kidding, Lactation, and Recovery]

Goats are some of the most popular farm animals around. They’re lovable, gentle creatures that can provide milk, meat, and companionship. But if you own goats or are considering getting some for your farm, you may ask yourself about kidding frequency. In other words – how soon can a goat get pregnant after giving birth? …

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How Much Does a Goat Cost to Buy and Raise on Your Homestead?

Goats make fun friends, are great workers, love to help you get rid of healthy food scraps, and serve as noisy alarm systems when trespassers approach your homestead. But how much does a goat cost to buy and raise? That is what we’re here to find out! In about 10 minutes from now, you’ll know what …

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How Long Does a Goat Live on Your Farm [+ How to Tell His Age!] 

How long do goats live? Goats can live anywhere from a few years up to 20 years. Some goat classes live much longer than others! And there are many more goat lifespan nuances you need to consider. Here’s what we mean! Goats are known for their fiery yet cheery disposition, handsome figures, and athletic capabilities. …

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10 DIY Goat Shelter Plans + Tips for Building the Best Goat Shelter

Raising goats is a no-frills proposition. It can also be a lot of fun, and it is absolutely a lot of work. You must worry about clean water, feed, a pen, and last but not least, shelter – especially for winter. Luckily, building your own DIY goat shelter from a plan is pretty simple, and …

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19 Portable Goat Shelter Ideas to DIY or Buy [for Small Farms With Big Ideas!]

No self-respecting homesteader would leave their animals without the three essentials – water, food, and shelter. Whether it’s to get out of the baking sun, shelter from the rain, or get protection from the wind, your livestock needs adequate shelter whatever the climate. Many of us rely on rotational grazing to improve our farm’s sustainability. …

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