Tag: goats
Using goats to improve pastures
Goats are great for cleaning up brush and unwanted vegetation prior to the initial investment of starting a new pasture and loading it with livestock.
Penn State plans sheep and goat workshops
Those who want to learn more about raising sheep or goats in southwestern Pennsylvania can attend workshops sponsored by Penn State Extension.
Diversity on the farm: My cows are prejudiced
What should you consider when trying to accomplish diversity and inclusiveness on the farm? Columnist Ed Brown lays out the benefits and concerns.
Ohio forage and grassland conference planned Feb. 3
The Ohio Forages and Grasslands Council annual conference is Feb. 3 from 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at the Ohio Department of Agriculture in Reynoldsburg. Register by Jan. 27.
There’s a connection between parasites and pasture management
The grazier needs to be aware of the parasite status of the herd or flock and how grazing management and pasture rotation are connected to parasite management.
Weaning small ruminants
Weaning kids and lambs when they are 60-90 days old is standard procedure for most goat and sheep producers.
Goat kid care: Horn removal
Goat horn removal can be controversial; it is farmer’s choice whether or not to remove an animal’s horns, but most goat producers do as part of their herd management practice.
Around the web this week: Feb. 21
From wildflowers in Death Valley to bald eagles in Washington, D.C., here’s a recap of news from around the web this week.
FAMACHA scoring to identify parasite risk in small ruminants
FAMACHA scoring is used to identify risk of barber pole worm infestation in small ruminants. It is an effective, easy-to-use tool everyone from backyard hobbyists to large-scale producers can use on the farm.
Winter warmth could lead to greater parasite risk for sheep and...
Barber pole worms are prevalent during lambing and kidding season and the milder winter weather sets the stage for a significant infestation.
