Bästa Dairy Farm podcaster (2025)

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57 | The Ideal Weight and Age for Butchering Meat Goats to Get Premium Quality Meat 16:03

3d ago16:03

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Hi friends! Today we’re answering a listener question about butchering meat goats. What is the best age and size to butcher, and how to feed them so the meat quality is amazing. We’re going to talk about commercial weight and age standards or, rather, the lack of standards, and what I have found works really well to meet our goal of premium quality…

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56 | True or False? Goats are Escape Artists (Hint: The Answer Is in Your Management Strategy) 13:51

10d ago13:51

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Hi friends! Last week we talked about building fence for goats, and today we’re talking about how to manage your goat herd so that they respect your fence. Goats are notorious for challenging fences, usually by jumping or shimmying under, but it doesn’t have to be that way. I’m going to share what we’ve learned about dealing with problem goats, and…

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55 | Fencing for Goats: Two Things You Must Have to Keep Your Goats Contained and Safe 15:24

17d ago15:24

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Hi friends! Today we’re talking about building fence for goats. Fence is one of the biggest investments in owning goats, and I’ve heard it many times that if your fence won’t hold water, it won’t hold goats! That sure seems true sometimes, but today I’m going to share some strategies we’ve used to successfully fence our goats, keep them contained, …

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54 | Butchering Meat Goats: How Much Meat Do I Get from a Goat Compared to Other Livestock Species? 14:03

24d ago14:03

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Hi friends! Today we’re talking about how much meat you can expect when you butcher livestock. We’ll go over averages for the common species, and I’ll also share how our last goats performed as far as meat yield, comparing Boer and Spanish breeds. If you’re raising your own meat or hoping to in the future, this episode is packed with valuable infor…

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53 | Livestock and Land Management that Works WITH Your Environment and Resources, Not Against Them 19:38

1M ago19:38

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Hi friends! Today we’re talking about big picture management and goals for your farm, ranch or homestead. It doesn’t matter if you have a few acres or a few hundred, it’s important to have a plan. I’m going to walk you through our plan for livestock and land, talk about why we’ve made some of the decisions we’ve made and our plans for the future. T…

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Dr. Barry Bradford 43:41

1M ago43:41

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On this episode of the DFD podcast, I have the pleasure of talking to Dr. Barry Bradford from Michigan State University. Dr. Bradford is a Professor, Researcher, and Extension specialist in the Department of Animal Science at MSU where he has a longstanding interest in data analysis and its use in making decisions that impact dairy farms on a daily…

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52 | What’s in My Kidding Bucket and the Supplies You Should Have On Hand When Your Goats Kid 15:24

1M ago15:24

15:24

Hi friends! Today we’re talking about preparing for kidding goats, specifically, what I have in my kidding bucket and what I like to have on hand in case of an emergency. This episode will give you a great place to start getting your supplies together for kidding, as well as some ideas to put on your list to have around when things don’t go as plan…

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51 | What’s the Real Cost of a Fast Food Burger? How to Feed Your Family Premium Beef for Less 12:10

2M ago12:10

12:10

Hi friends! Today we’re talking about meat, ground beef specifically, and what it really costs to buy a burger at the drive through. We’ll talk about things you need to look for when purchasing ground beef and the options you have to feed your family one of the most nutritious foods on the planet – red meat, in the form of ground beef. Let’s get to…

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50 | Get Ready for Kidding: Order Your Tags in 4 Easy Steps 15:41

2M ago15:41

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Hi friends! Today we’re talking about getting your tags ordered for kidding season. We’ll talk about tagging laws, and we’ll walk through the step-by-step process I use to decide what tags to order and how many we need. We have lots of goats to tag, but I’m also going to give you a simple, affordable, and legal way to tag if you only have a few goa…

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49 | 3 Strategies to Make the Best Use of Bulk Meat Storage and Avoid Freezer Overwhelm 13:50

2M ago13:50

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Hi friends! Today we’re talking about freezer meat storage and how to make the best use of bulk meat you either raise or purchase. I’m going to share three different strategies we’ve used to make sure we utilize everything in our freezer, eliminate waste, and take the stress out of dinner time. No more staring in the fridge at 5:00 p.m. wondering w…

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Dr. Christine Baes 45:27

2M ago45:27

45:27

This month's episode of the podcast features a conversation I had with Dr. Christine Baes, a Professor and Acting Associate Dean of External Relations at the University of Guelph. She is also the Canadian Research Chair in Livestock Genomics at the same university. Dr. Baes is active in teaching University students, but her main focus is research. …

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48 | How to Trim Hooves on Goats + Big Announcement: Beef and Pork Sales are OPEN! 15:28

2M ago15:28

15:28

Hi friends! Today we’re talking about trimming hooves on goats. This is really a simple task most of the time, but it’s one of the hardest to start because of the fear of doing it wrong or hurting your goats. Today I’m going to talk you through hoof trimming, factors that affect hoof growth, the tools you need, how to do it, and a couple pro tips t…

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Who's your baby's daddy? 12:15

2M ago12:15

12:15

Ever had a break out? Had more than one ram jump the fence and breed some ewes and now you're left wondering who's daddy? What are your options when it comes to finding out who dad is? What are your options when it comes to breeding those surprise ewe lambs later if you chose to keep them? Today I talk about some of those options available to you w…

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47 | How to Adjust to the Flavor of Homegrown Meat and Eggs Before You Raise Your Own 15:15

2M ago15:15

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Hi friends! Today we’re talking about homegrown food – meat and eggs specifically – and why they taste different than what you buy at the grocery store. Some people have a hard time liking homegrown food, so we’ll talk about some tips and strategies to help you adjust to the taste of home grown. If you’re getting ready to raise your own eggs and me…

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What to do about orphan/bum lambs 10:21

3M ago10:21

10:21

I do not like bottle feeding if i don't have to, so if I have a ewe that could take a lamb, I will do everything in my power to get that ewe to take that lamb - even if it is not their own. Today I talk about how I manage fostering orphan lambs, or getting a ewe to accept her own rejected lamb.Av Becca Matthews

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46 | Early Banding vs Late Banding in Buck Kids: Will Your Goats Be Healthy if You Band Them Early? 11:28

3M ago11:28

11:28

Hi friends! Today we’re talking about early versus late banding of buck kids, things you should consider, the pros and cons of early banding, and the results of our experiment we did last year testing out early banding on a handful of kids. They’re 11 months old now, so it’s time for an update! Let’s dive in! All the Best! Millie Mentions: Dry Cree…

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What do you have in your lambing supplies? 16:48

3M ago16:48

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Lambing is in full swing on the farm, so let's talk lambing "kits" and supplies. What's in your kit? What's on your supply list? What do you have that I don't have? www.youtube.com/@hiddenhollowsheepdairy My Lambing Supply List: Colostrum Milk replacer Electrolytes Portable blender Heat pad/cover/bed Blankets Covexin 8 Dewormer Syringes Needles RFI…

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45 | Health Benefits of Ruminant Red Meat, Grass-Fed vs Grain-Fed, and Special Characteristics of Goat Meat 19:28

3M ago19:28

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Hi friends! Today we’re talking about goat meat and other ruminant meat vs monogastric meat, the health benefits and the “why” behind it all. I’m going to dive deep into ruminant digestion and show you why ruminants are magical! Ruminant Nutrition is my specialty and I’m excited to share how the uniqueness of the ruminant digestive process positive…

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Welcome back! I am back! 15:10

3M ago15:10

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I am back for season two year two of Diary of a Sheep Dairy Farmer. Let's make this year a good one. Today I am doing a short-ish recap of what's been going on since my last episode and stay tuned for next week when I dive into lambing and all that it entails.Av Becca Matthews

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44 | Small vs Large Ruminants on the Homestead: Why Raising Goats First Will Help You Raise Cattle Later 16:13

3M ago16:13

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Hi friends! Today we’re talking about the benefits of starting out your livestock raising journey with small ruminants like goats and sheep instead of starting with cows. We’ll compare the investment and risks, and the reasons why getting started with goats might be a good decision even if your ultimate goal is to raise cattle. There’s a lot of val…

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Dr. Adam Lock 45:27

3M ago45:27

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On this episode of the DFD, I had the opportunity to talk to Dr. Adam Lock. Dr. Lock is a Professor and researcher at Michigan State University in the department of Animal Science. Adam has spent his career researching and teaching students about fatty acid digestion and the metabolism of the dairy cow, along with the effect of bioactive fatty acid…

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43 | How to Treat Entropian or Inverted Eyelids in Baby Goats 14:18

3M ago14:18

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Hi friends! Today we’re talking about entropian or inverted eyelids in goat kids and how to treat it. We’ll go over what causes it to happen, how to recognize it quickly, and the options for treatment, both with a veterinarian or on your own at home. This episode will teach you how to easily handle what can be a scary situation, so let’s dive in! A…

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42 | Surviving Extreme Cold with Livestock When Your Animals Aren’t Adapted to Freezing Temperatures 13:24

4M ago13:24

13:24

Hi friends! A couple weeks ago, we talked about how to help goats thrive in winter, and right after that, a good portion of the United States started experiencing extreme cold temperatures for their typical climate. So, today, I want to talk specifically about how to support your livestock during extreme cold when you and your animals are not accus…

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41 | What Type of Meat Bird Should I Raise? Cornish Cross, Hybrid and Dual-Purpose Explained 19:27

4M ago19:27

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Hi friends! It’s time for a chicken episode! Today we’re talking about meat birds because it’s time to order if you’re going to raise chicks this year and you want to be able to get the exact birds you are looking for. We’ll be talking about the different types, pros and cons of each, and by the time we’re done, you’ll be ready to decide what is go…

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40 | How to Help Your Goats Thrive in Winter 17:14

4M ago17:14

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Hi friends! Today we’re talking about how goats adapt to winter weather, things you can do to help them thrive in winter, and some things you shouldn’t do that seem helpful, but end up being problematic. We’ll talk about winter coats and shelters, and how other animals compare in their ability to tolerate cold and snow. In ranch-terms, we use the w…

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Dr. Mike Steele 55:03

4M ago55:03

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Dr. Mike Steele is a professor and researcher in the Department of Animal Bio-Science at the University of Guelph. He is world-renowned for his work with young ruminants. In this episode, we discuss some of the experiments that his lab is currently conducting, as well as some of his past research and how it can be applied to today's dairy operation…

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39 | Can I Buy Just One Goat? Meeting the Social Needs of Livestock to Keep Them Happy, Healthy and Productive 12:59

4M ago12:59

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Hi friends! Today we’re talking about the social needs of livestock and why they need to be raised with others, preferably of their own kind, to make sure they are happy, healthy and productive. Listen in to find out why you don’t want to raise animals alone whether you’re raising them for food or breeding purposes. All the Best! Millie Related Epi…

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38 | Buck Management That Will Keep You, Your Goats, and Your Neighbors Happy 14:29

5M ago14:29

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Hi friends! Today we’re talking about breeding season and buck management. I’ll share our management plan for bucks through the year, some mistakes we’ve made and tips to avoid making the same mistakes, as well as some simple things you can do that make a big difference when dealing with common buck problems. With adequate space and good fencing, y…

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37 | Replacement Doe Management: Later Selection to Choose the Best Does for Your Herd 12:39

5M ago12:39

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Hi friends! Today we’re talking about replacement does and how and why our management system has changed over the past couple of years. Should you breed your does to kid as yearlings or 2-year-olds or something in between? It’s a question we hear a lot, and every breeder does it differently, so I’m going to walk you through the evolution of our bre…

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36 | What We Miss the Most While Building Our Off-Grid Life 11:17

5M ago11:17

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Hi friends! It’s been a while since I did an off-grid living episode, so today I’m going to give you the big picture of our off-grid move and then talk about what we miss the most after 2+ years living here and what we’re doing to remedy that. All the Best! Millie Episode Mentions: 09 | The Most Important Nutrient for All Livestock is WATER, Time-S…

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35 | Winter Hay Feeding Evaluation: Meeting Nutritional Requirements of Goats and Reducing Hay Waste 13:14

5M ago13:14

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Hi friends! In today’s episode we’ll be talking more about winter hay feeding, monitoring your feed and waste, and how to determine if you’re meeting the nutrient requirements for your goats. I’ll go through the process I use to evaluate our hay feeding and how to make changes if things aren’t working the way you planned. This one’s loaded with det…

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Mark Carson - Semex 53:00

5M ago53:00

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On this episode of the DFD podcast, I have the pleasure of talking to Mark Carson, the Solutions Operation Manager at Semex. Mark and I have a great discussion about how genetics and data are influencing the dairy industry today and some trends that we will be seeing in the future. I hope you enjoy this episode of the podcast. If you have any quest…

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34 | How to Adjust Your Expectations and Production Plan for Death Loss in Your Livestock Herds 11:51

5M ago11:51

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Hi friends! In today’s episode we’ll be talking about animal loss in livestock herds, how to prepare for it, how much death loss is likely to happen, and how to get your expectations in line with the realities of raising animals and the losses that come along with it. It’s important to understand that success isn’t necessarily keeping them all aliv…

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33 | Should You Use Hobbles or Not? Stand Training Your Dairy Goats and Practical Milking Tips 15:24

6M ago15:24

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Hi friends! In today’s episode I’ll be answering some questions that came in after last week’s dairy goat episode. I’ll be focusing on the actual milking process including stand training your does, milking equipment, and milk handling the way it works for us. We’re a little unconventional in our dairying practices, so listen in if you lean towards …

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32 | Do You Want Dairy Goats Without the Twice a Day Commitment? How to Get Fresh Milk and Keep Your Freedom 11:39

6M ago11:39

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Hi friends! In today’s episode I’ll be sharing why we got started with dairy does, how we manage them in a very unconventional way, the challenges we had, why it works for us and our busy life, and how you can do it too. If you’re thinking about getting dairy goats for your own milk consumption or to feed bottle babies, this episode is for you! All…

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31 | Are Winter Heat Lamps Bad for Chickens? How to Prepare Your Flock for a Comfortable Winter 13:11

6M ago13:11

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Hi friends! In this episode we’ll be talking about preparing your coop and chickens for winter. We’ll talk about the changing nutritional needs of your birds as they molt and how to meet those needs, some options for easier water, requirements for their shelter and bedding, and the big question, heat lamps. Should they be used or not? I’ll also sha…

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30 | Livestock Decision-Making: What to do When You Make a Wrong Decision and How to Use that Information to Make Progress 11:37

6M ago11:37

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Hi friends! In this episode we’ll be talking about making livestock decisions on the ranch or homestead, how to evaluate your decision-making process, and how to use that information to make a better-informed decision the next time. To help explain this, I’ll be sharing about a frustrating and slightly embarrassing problem we faced on the ranch rec…

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29 | Are Your Goats Too Fat or Too Thin? How to Body Condition Score and Adjust Your Feeding Strategy for Healthier Goats 16:00

7M ago16:00

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Hi friends! In this episode we’ll be talking about evaluating your goats to see if they’re healthy, need any hoof work, and if their body condition is right for the season they’re in. I’ll talk you through determining Body Condition Score, why it’s important, and how to use it to improve the overall health and productivity of your goat herd. All th…

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28 | Winter Feed for Livestock: Calculate How Much Hay You Need and a Strategy to Save Money 13:09

7M ago13:09

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Hi friends! In this episode we’ll be talking about winter feeding, how to calculate how much hay you need, the best way to store it and a strategy that will help you thrive even when hay prices are volatile or the weather gets extreme. This information will apply to all species not just goats. I’ll also be sharing some exciting news and some fun th…

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Joanne Fallis 53:45

7M ago53:45

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On this episode of the DFD, I had the pleasure to talk to Joanne Fallis from Fallis Immigration Consulting. Joanne specializes in supporting and helping farmers in Canada steer through the Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) program. Labour is the number one concern in the Agriculture industry. Joanne and I cover lots of great topics related to navigati…

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27 | Which Goats Should I Keep for Breeding? How to Select Replacement Does and Plan Your Goat Breeding Season 10:25

7M ago10:25

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SHOW NOTES: Hi friends! Last week we talked about does, age of breeding, and I briefly mentioned keeping replacement does out of the top 1/3 of the doe kids, but what I didn’t tell you, is how to determine which doe kids make up the top third or how to rank the does. So today, we’re going to break this down a little more as well as talk about goat …

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26 | Is My Goat Old Enough to Breed? How To Decide When Your Does Are Ready to Have Their First Kids 13:51

7M ago13:51

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Hi friends! Today we’re talking about does, different options on when to breed them, and I’ll give you a strategy to use to determine whether your does are ready to breed or not. I’ll also be talking about replacement does, expected replacement percentages and how to use those numbers to reach your goals of herd improvement and growth. You might wa…

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25 | Concerned About the Food Supply? Simple Ways to Ensure That Your Family Will Be Fed in the Event of a Food Availability Crisis 11:20

8M ago11:20

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Hi friends! We’re harvesting animals and stocking the freezers, so what better time to talk about the food system, food storage, and how to build your food security, specifically as it relates to meat and protein. We’ll be talking about simple ways to get started building your food storage, things to consider when it comes to buying and storing mea…

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24 | What Is That Smell? The Bucks are In Rut! Should You Buy a Buck to Breed Your Does or Is Leasing a Better Option? 14:59

8M ago14:59

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Hi friends! The bucks are in rut and smelling ripe, so today we’re going to talk about what you need to know about buck management and selection, if you should own a buck or not, the options you have to get your does bred without owning a buck, and how to select your buck if the time is right for you to own one or two. Let’s dive in and figure out …

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23 | Boer vs Kiko: What Meat Goat Breed is the Best Fit for Your Farm or Homestead? PART 2 11:15

8M ago11:15

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Hi friends! Last week we started talking about how to choose the right meat goat for your climate and environment, and the things you need to consider. This week we’re talking about the five most prominent meat goat breeds, and we’ll wrap up with tips on where to get your first meat goats and how to get them off to a great start. This episode is lo…

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22 | What Is the Perfect Meat Goat? How to Choose the Right Breed for Your Farm or Homestead PART 1 11:04

8M ago11:04

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Hi friends! In the next two episodes we’re talking about how to choose the right meat goat for your climate and environment. Today we’ll discuss things to consider, and next week in Part 2 we’ll talk about the five most prominent meat goat breeds, and we’ll wrap up with tips on where to get your first meat goats and how to get them off to a great s…

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21 | Seeking Sustainability? How to Evaluate Options and Make Decisions with a Sustainability Mindset 11:36

9M ago11:36

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Hi friend! Hi friends! Today we’re talking about sustainability, how to evaluate options to determine which ones are most sustainable long-term and how that will help you increase your future self-sufficiency. We’ll be talking about a sustainability mindset as it relates to your home, food, and especially livestock. All the Best! Millie Join our em…

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Dr. Luiz Ferraretto 1:06:17

9M ago1:06:17

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On this episode of the DFD, I have the pleasure of talking to Dr. Luiz Ferraretto. Dr. Ferraretto is an Associate Professor and Extension Specialist in Ruminant nutrition and Research at the University of Wisconsin - Madison. The 2024 Corn Silage season is upon us and it has been a trying season for growers and producers. Dr. Ferraretto and I have …

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20 | Lessons from Raising Livestock: 5 Problems That Can Be Avoided or Solved with a Good Mentor 10:57

9M ago10:57

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Hi friend! Today we’re talking about lessons learned raising 4-H livestock over the last decade, and how those same lessons apply to raising livestock for food, homesteading, and self-sufficiency. We’ll be talking about the way we approach the 4-H livestock program, which tends to be quite different than others, but it’s resulted in a lot of succes…

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19 | Interview with Sage Bradshaw on Life with Livestock and 4-H Projects PART 2 18:19

9M ago18:19

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Hi, friend! Today I have a special guest on the show, my oldest daughter, Sage, who turned 18 in March and is finishing up her last year in 4-H. We talk about the lessons she’s learned raising livestock, how it has affected her and her life view, the way it opens communication as we work together, and she even has a bit of advice for parents who wa…

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