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A podcast by Goat People for Goat People! Between Laura and Cameron, the two have been raising, showing, milking, and managing goats for over 50 years. Tune in twice a month to listen to industry experts on all things dairy goats!
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On this episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura talk about what it takes to be a better breeder--or the "bigger breeder" in the way you treat other breeders and buyers.
Join us for our annual youth recording--a visit with the amazing and outstanding 2024 ADGA Youth who attended our National Convention held in Lake Geneva, WI.
Meet Heidi and Jason Benson--a dairying duo from Wisconsin that make you wish you lived next door. This week Cameron and Laura talk about their unique dairy operation and their venture into the ADGA show ring. By the way--happy 4th birthday to our Podcast!
On this 123rd episode of Goat Gab, we are thrilled to have Ben Rupchis back to talk about a fascinating topic--breeding for production. Ben's passion for using production data shines in this capitvating interview that will help you understand the "alphabet soup" of PTI, PTA and other important numbers.
Do you have thoughts about attending the 2024 ADGA Convention to be held in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin? Anna Thompson-Hajdik, the local convention chair, gives you the inside scoop on what to expect and why YOU don't want to miss all of the excitement this October!
This week Cameron and Laura talk about breeding plans, herd goals, and the importance of having these made.
Are you a small herd, and wondered why you should consider attending a National Show? On this episode of Goat Gab, Laura and Cameron visit with Megan and Jennifer Lawrence of Jen-Ma-Ka Kids, a small herd that has made a big impact on Lamanchas and Saanens throughout the United States.
On our second part focusing on show prep, we welcome special guest Erika Streeter to talk about traveling with dairy goats. Join us for. a laid back, around the tack pen discussion with laughs and fun!
1It's almost show season! On this week's episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura talk about preparation of your necessary equipment.
Cameron and Laura welcome Dr. Emma Kamps, a veterinarian and dairy goat breeder, to discuss the importance of building your own veterinary toolbox.....what it should contain and the ONE important tool every vet will thank you to have on hand for your own herd health!
Its the time of year when our barns are overflowing, kid sales are blooming, and breeders are looking to add their next new herdsire or new dam line! On this episode of Goat Gab, Laura and Cameron revisit the topic of being a good buyer or a good seller, and what to avoid.
We've talked for a couple years about "culling till you cry"--this year we are joined by Scott Bice from Redwood Hills/Vineyard View as we discuss the flip side of keeping your herd manageable---selecting the animals that make you smile.
Cameron and Laura with their annual "kidding potpourri" talking about raising kids, reproductive technology, farm news, and some laughs along the way.
For this episode, we welcome back Paul Fox of Foxwood Nubians and Megan Tredway-Carter of Lakeshore Nubians, for a deep dive into the Nubian breed. We discuss yesterday, today and tomorrow, and discuss their favorite things related to the beautiful long-eared goats!
Our annual catching up episode with Mr. Craig Koopmann--where we talk about the current state of commercial dairying, what's happening in the Pleasant Grove herd of Alpines and Saanens, and how Craig gets through his "kidding marathon".
Its that time of year when many of us are looking at our dwindling hay piles and deciding if we have enough of "the good stuff" to make it to the first cutting of 2024. On this week's Goat Gab, we are thrilled to welcome back Dr. Rocky Lemus to discuss hay quality, testing, and how to make sure your are buying the best hay available.
We are so happy to be back after an unintended break! On our 127th episode, Cameron and Laura catch up, talk about the end of 2023 and "catch fire" talking about goals for 2024.
This week, Cameron and Laura share their takes on current dairy goat topics, including the 2023 ADGA Convention and Board of Directors meeting.
Are you suffering from FOMO because you're not at the 2023 ADGA Convention? Join us for a "pop up" Goat Gab recording, with some returning guests and also some new friends! We chat about what has been going on, along with some highlights about the upcoming Spotlight Sale.
On our 122nd Episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura continue discussing breeding season, with a focus on when and who to breed... with a little off the rails discussion about shows.
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