Goat Gab

<p>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!</p>

2025 ADGA National Show Recap

Send us a text We shared our "top 5 to do at the National Show" in our last episode, and this week we are sharing what our top 5 take aways were. Join us for a fun recap of the 2025 ADGA National Show in Grand Island, NE.

07-30
01:09:34

National Show Top 5

Send us a text On this episode of Goat Gab, Laura and Cameron share their "top 5" to do's for the ADGA National Show.

07-09
01:11:37

March Madness

Send us a text Our March has been crazy--how about yours? On this episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura hit on several topics of "madness..." kidding, purchasing semen tanks, ADGA and etc.

04-03
01:06:58

What If?

Send us a text On this episode of Goat Gab, Laura and Cameron discuss some "what if's" in the dairy goat world.....come join us in some fantasy/outside the box dreaming and see if you agree.

03-05
01:12:44

Catching Up with Craig Koopmann 2025

Send us a text Our annual "gab" with Mr. Craig Koopmann of Pleasant-Grove Dairy Goats focuses on the commercial dairy market, dairy goat sales, running a dairy and choosing animals for shows.

01-24
01:08:33

New Year, New You

Send us a text Our annual goal feature where Cameron and Laura discuss accountability, herd goals, and what we hope 2025 will hold.

01-08
01:17:03

Potpourri 2024

Send us a text On this week's episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura end the year with an episode that captures the essence of "gabbing about goats".....topics that are on our minds.

12-21
01:01:49

Santa's List for the Dairy Goat Enthusiast

Send us a text On this week's episode of Goat Gab, Laura and Cameron accept the assignment of being Santa's helpers in seeking out the best gift options for the dairy goat enthusiasts in your life.

12-04
01:11:39

Being the Bigger Breeder

Send us a text 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.

11-07
01:13:20

2024 ADGA Convention Youth!

Send us a text 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.

10-31
40:08

Keeping Up with the Bensons

Send us a text 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!

10-02
01:21:42

Deciphering Production with Ben Rupchis

Send us a text 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.

09-27
01:29:21

Come to Lake Geneva--2024 ADGA Convention! with Anna Thompson-Hajdik

Send us a text 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!

09-16
01:00:15

The Best Laid Plans

Send us a text This week Cameron and Laura talk about breeding plans, herd goals, and the importance of having these made.

08-23
01:05:26

Small Herd on the Big Stage

Send us a text 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.

06-26
48:34

Show Prep 2024--the one with the Goats

Send us a text 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!

05-15
01:24:40

Show Prep 2024--The Equipment Edition

Send us a text It's almost show season! On this week's episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura talk about preparation of your necessary equipment.

04-24
01:10:59

Building Your Veterinary Toolbox with Dr. Emma Kamps

Send us a text 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!

04-17
01:30:43

Do's and Don't of Buying and Selling

Send us a text 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.

04-03
01:16:24

Selections that Make You Smile with Scott Bice

Send us a text 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.

03-13
01:15:57

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