Showing goats is a fun youth livestock project. However, it takes a certain amount of time and resources to make the project successful. Like any livestock species, goats require more than just a feed bucket and some T.L.C. to find their way to the backdrop. Certain show goat supplies are necessary just for the barn, […]
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How to Exercise a Show Goat
There’s no doubt that showing goats is a fun project. However, if you are going to excel with a market goat, you are going to need to know how to exercise a show goat. If you don’t, you may struggle to help your goat reach its maximum potential. Good nutrition, thorough hydration, and plenty of […]
Showing Goats is a Fun, Competitive Youth Project
Heart pounding. Adrenaline rushing. The uncertainty of what a new judge will look for when you lead your show goat into the ring. You go through the motions; set the feet and your wether braces perfectly. The judge is placing the class from the bottom. You are still on the hunt. You made the top […]
Livestock Feed Rations are Integral to Making Champions at Home
Livestock Feed Rations Ask anyone who shows livestock what the hardest part is to get one ready, and the answers will likely vary. Some might say breaking an animal to lead or drive. Others might say working hair and skin. Yet other livestock exhibitors will tell you that having one dialed in on show day […]
Show Goat Supplements Increase Animal Health, Performance
Show Goat Supplements Small ruminants like show goats are growing in popularity year after year. If you’ve been around them for even a little while, it’s easy to see why. They often have great personalities, and with some daily care and T.L.C., they are easy to break and tame. For younger exhibitors, they are a […]
Junior Spotlight: Dallas Richey and Macy Jacobson
We got lucky with a pair of 13 years old for this month’s Junior Spotlight! Dallas Richey from La Porte, Indiana and Macy Jacobson from Osceola, Iowa were both involved in the livestock industry at a young age. We are honored to have them featured as this month’s Junior Spotlight! Miss Dallas has been showing […]