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7 Great Ways to Make Aged Goat Cheese!

July 11, 2020 · Kate Johnson · Home Dairy

Many hobby goat owners end up making goat cheese at some point, but fewer venture into aged goat cheese. This might be because aged cheese takes more time, uses more equipment (check out our homemade cheese press plan), and may involve a few more ingredients.

Essential Goat Hoof Trimming Tips

July 11, 2020 · Countryside Magazine Contributor · Health

Typical goat hoof trimming should be completed every two to three months, and is a critical component of caring for goats. Usually, this is a routine task that involves little more than some quick cuts with the trimming tool to keep the hoof level and the goat walking comfortably.

How to Make Homemade Sour Cream

June 17, 2020 · Marissa Ames · Home Dairy

How do you make sour cream so it’s the pure, cultured treat it used to be? It’s not hard and it’s very rewarding.

A DIY Homemade Cheese Press Plan

June 16, 2020 · Kate Johnson · Home Dairy

This homemade cheese press plan will get you off to a great start when you’re ready to tackle pressed cheeses with your milk.

Saanen Goat Breed Spotlight

June 14, 2020 · Janet Garman · Goat Breeds

The Saanen goat is the largest of the dairy goat breeds. Growing to 130 to 145 pounds, the Saanen breed is one of the best goats for milk.

How to Raise Dairy Goats for Organic Goat Milk

June 2, 2020 · Backyard Goats Contributor · Home Dairy

When you’re learning goat farming basics, it pays to ask yourself if you want to raise your dairy goats for organic goat milk. It’s a question asked more frequently, as people in the U.S. get more interested in growing and eating organic foods.