In general, taking care of goats on a homestead is like caring for a large dog. You need food, water, shelter, and basic veterinary needs. However, the amount and type of food, access to fresh water,...
Category: Goats
The benefits of goats on a homestead include companionship, weed control, land management, and food production through milk and meat. In addition, goats require less land, water, and feed than some...
In general, the best goat breeds for a homestead are goats that provide milk and meat. Some dual purpose breeds are Spanish and Tennessee. However, goats are also beneficial for clearing land with...
There are several cons of goats on a homestead that include escaping fences, gamey meat and milk, smell, noise, and disease. Goats are very stubborn animals that require a strong fence and constant...
The number of animals you should have on a homestead is determined by the needs of your family, and the space available for animals. Here we break down each animal and the quantity you may need...
A guide on deciding what type of fencing you should use based on the animals you are trying to keep in your homestead. https://youtu.be/NxvMPXcDJuA What types of fencing should I use...