Goats on a homestead

Goats are so useful for a variety of jobs. One that is incredibly helpful is in the garden. Sharing our best ways to get started with gardening with goats.

Deciding to have goats is a long term commitment similar to bringing a dog into your family and your life. You may be confused by the number of different estimates you see for a goat’s life span, and that’s because it depends!

Are you getting ready to breed your goats for the first time? Find out everything you need to know about breeding goats.

Prepare your goats for breeding season naturally. Learn tips to support your goats during this exciting time on the farm by having a complete goat breeding preparation guide. Discover how to make goat breeding a rewarding experience for everyone involved and get ready for a successful goat breeding season!

Have you thought about raising goats on your farm, but wonder what goats are good for? Learn 19 reasons why you should get goats on your farm!

Even if you just have 2 goats, you need to have these items on hand.

The best way to feed goats all winter is by planting a wheat and rye pasture mix. Plant it in a goat-grazing area that’s fenced off to contain the goats.

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Have you been wondering how to grow goat feed so you no longer need the feed store? In this piece, I’ll show you the basics of goat nutrition, what your herd needs from you, your feeding options, how to reduce their feed intake, how much space it takes to grow their feed, and what that… Read More »How to Grow Goat Feed on Your Homestead

There is no magic number unfortunately. I wish I could give you the perfect answer but there really isn't a good way to start giving your goats grain except SLOWLY!