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Breed Profile: Payoya Goat
November 18, 2023 · Tamsin Cooper · Goat Breeds
The Payoya goat is a heritage breed native to Andalusia, Spain, producing milk for artisan Spanish cheeses while managing natural landscapes.
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How Many Goats per Acre?
August 10, 2022 · Tamsin Cooper · Ownership
How many goats per acre you can have to provide for pasture, space to forage, and enough feed for goats’ needs while remaining sustainable. Read on to find out how to estimate for your area.
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Breed Profile: Valais Blackneck Goat
October 5, 2021 · Tamsin Cooper · Goat Breeds
The Valais Blackneck goat is a dual-purpose breed local to the high Swiss Alps for thousands of years. Its legendary climbing and foraging abilities make it ideal for low-input pastoral farming in dry alpine conditions.
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Ethical Dairy Finds Solutions to the Disadvantages of Goat Milk Production
October 21, 2019 · Tamsin Cooper · Home Dairy
Disadvantages of goat milk production are animal welfare issues, such as kid separation and culling. Sorène has found a way to meet goat welfare needs while running a soap business.
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