Raising dairy goats

Listen to this radio story on dairy goats (MP3 download)

More than just friendly pets, dairy goats can be a practical addition to your acreage. With proper care, one or two goats can furnish fresh milk for your family on a year-round basis. If you wish, you can even start a small business selling products made from goat's milk at your local farmer's market. Popular breeds of dairy goats include Toggenburg, Saanen, Nubian, Alpine, and American La Mancha. However, it's important to find a reputable breeder before purchasing your first goats. Registered and pedigreed animals are recommended, even though the cost is slightly higher. As with most things in life, you get what you pay for.

Radio interview source: Liza Plaster, goat owner

For additional information about raising dairy goats, we suggest visiting the following Web sites:

Dairy Goats for Family Milk Supply: Learn how you can raise goats to provide milk for your entire family.

Your Dairy Goat: An overview of how to begin raising goats for milk.

Let's Compare Dairy Goats and Cows: An overview of the differences between dairy goats and cows.