Tag: goats
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.
Get ready for birthing season: A guide for small ruminants
These birthing preparations for facilities, medical, nutrition and equipment/supplies are great for first-timers and are also a useful reminder for us seasoned farmers.
How to understand the livestock markets
Understanding the terms in a livestock market report can be confusing. Here is a quick run down of what the terms being used on livestock during a sale means.
Turkeyfoot Creek Creamery gives dairy goats a place
Fulton County man finds labor of love through goats and goat cheese production.
