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Goat Journal Contributor

We love when guest writers stop by to share their knowledge and love of keeping goats. Take a minute to learn something new from an experienced goat keeper!
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Articles by Goat Journal Contributor

Keeping a Buck Goat Happy
March 14, 2019 · · Ownership

When keeping a buck goat, it’s good to remember that he’s a social animal too with an active mind and needs company and play as much as does.

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Changes to The IDGR
March 14, 2019 · · Ownership

Add to Favorites by Peggy Boone The International Dairy Goat Registry has been a vital resource to goat and sheep producers for over 30 years. Now the IDGR is under …

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Raising Goats for Profit: Choose Dual-Purpose Goats!
March 14, 2019 · · Ownership

We have dual-purpose goats. The dual-purpose concept is one of breeding and raising goats for both meat and milk. The dual-purpose system takes full advantage of the wonderful versatility of goats and can increase your farm income when raising goats for profit.

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Raising Goats Can Lead to Four-Legged Best Friends
March 14, 2019 · · Kids' Corner

Raising goats throughout your life can result in having hundreds of goats leaving hoof prints on your heart and memories that go deeper than the pages of a scrapbook.

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The Gift of Rennet
March 14, 2019 · · Home Dairy

Back in 2002, I had the privilege of touring France with a group consisting mostly of amateur and professional cheesemakers from all over the U.S. And it was on this tour that I began to develop a deeper understanding of the true importance and value of rennet.

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Butterkäse Cheese
March 14, 2019 · · Home Dairy, Recipes

The mild flavor and soft texture make this an ideal cheese for the table. I am sure that a lot of those requests that came to me for this recipe came from folks who grew up with this as the “go to” cheese at home when young (or not so young).

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