The history of ash in cheesemaking goes back hundreds of years to its use as a method to protect the surface of young cheese. As years passed, they later discovered that it also greatly improved the surface molds and how they grew on fresh cheeses for ripening.
Read MoreGoats, including Alpine goats, are believed to be the first animal domesticated by man. Bones of goats have been found in caves along with evidence of human inhabitation of those caves.
Read MoreThis fast-approaching holiday season has everyone scrambling to find some tasty, quality candy recipes. Have you tried making goat milk caramel?
Read MoreHow cold is too cold for a goat? Temperature can be the least of challenges when determining how to keep goats warm in cold weather.
Read MoreYour doe is pregnant. If you’re a newbie goat-owner, you may not know what’s in store. Here’s a primer to help you out a bit.
Read MoreOh, the game is strong with this experienced one… She knows the Doe Code all too well! Contractions about a minute apart. Why is our goat in labor tonight?
Read MoreAs with humans, ample planning is needed prior to a goat delivery. And in a perfect world, this exciting time would go by without a hitch, and usually does go well, but sometimes goes wrong in every conceivable way.
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