A podcast by Goat People for Goat People! Between Laura and Cameron, the two have been raising, showing, milking, and managing goats for over 50 years. Tune in twice a month to listen to industry experts on all things dairy goats!
Send us a text This week, Cameron and Laura share some things to think about when working with local fair boards and other "non-dairy goat" groups that may be putting on local fairs.
Send us a text Part 2 of our "deep dive" into the ADGA Scorecard features Ben Rupchis--ADGA Judge, Linear Appraiser and experienced dairy goat breeder.
Send us a text The first of a 3-part series, episode #39 of Goat Gab features an in-depth look at general appearance, with ADGA-licensed judge, National-show winning breeder Trinity Smith Malmanis.
Send us a text On this 38th episode of Goat Gab, Laura and Cameron finish their countdown to National Show, discussing the nuts and bolts of the KY Expo Center and other considerations.
Send us a text We have a bonus episode this week for our listeners--a short interview with ADGA President and ADGA National Show Co-Chair Ken Feaster-Eytchison. Ken speaks about the National Show rules and shares some insight behind the decisions surrounding the National Show.
Send us a text In our 37th episode of Goat Gab, Laura and Cameron start breaking down their processes for getting ready for "the greatest show of the year," the ADGA National Show. These ideas can be helpful for anyone traveling a longer distance or to a big show, even if not attending a National show.
Send us a text Everyone who puts on a show wants it to be one remembered for years....for all of the right reasons. On this week's episode of Goat Gab, Laura and Cameron sound off about what makes or breaks a dairy goat show....so you can avoid common pitfalls. Throw in some other assorted random goat-related topics, and you have a good hour of things that make you go "hmmmm."
Send us a text There is no denying that shows are a bit different in 2021 than ever before.....most of us are just happy we are HAVING dairy goat shows! Join Laura and Cameron with special guest Ashley Scheel as they discuss lessons learned and other ideas that have made showing in 2021 work well.
Send us a text This week Cameron and Laura discuss the goings on in ADGA, hot topics about showing, and "what not"
Send us a text Whether you have aspirations of winning showmanship at the National Show or you are hoping to win at your county fair, understanding what it takes to compete in showmanship is the first step to success. On this 33rd episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura are joined by multi-time National Show Showmanship winner Audrey Greenwood. Audrey shares her secrets to success in the showmanship arena....
Send us a text For this week's episode of Goat Gab, grab a cup of your favorite beverage and join Laura and Cameron as they "chat" about dairy goat topics, pet peeves and random thoughts about shows. It's just like your favorite chat around the pen at a show!
Send us a text The Spotlight Sale at ADGA's Convention is one of the premiere events of the dairy goat world! On this week's episode, Laura and Cameron are joined by Spotlight Sale Committee Co-Chairperson Kristi Bozzo-Baldenegro. Kristi shares just what it takes to put YOUR herd in the national Spotlight!
Send us a text Though for many of us, the 2021 kidding season is just wrapping up, successful breeders are already planning their fall breedings for 2022 kids--or even for 2023! This week Cameron and Laura are joined by Nationally-known breeder and judge Kirt Schnipke as we discuss making your herd's plan for success!
Send us a text On our 29th episode, Megan Okeson of Deidrägo Dairy Goats joins us for a heartfelt and informative look at breeding experimentals.
Send us a text Come sit around Laura's dining room table with Cameron and Laura's daughters Elizabeth and Caroline, as we discuss ADGA current events and then continue discussing show preparations--picking up at leaving for the show and then your set up and animal care at the show.
Send us a text It's almost show season in most parts of the US....and in this week's episode Cameron, Laura and special guest Garrett Moorse discuss show preparations "before the show."
Send us a text Mark Baden wears many hats in ADGA--Nationally-acclaimed Alpine breeder, ADGA judge of many large shows, including National Shows, a former Linear Appraiser, and a current ADGA Director. We are thrilled to have some time to learn from Mark as he shares some thoughts about ADGA's current challenges with revamping the Linear Appraisal program and in upgrading our computer system with the NG project....
Send us a text In Episode #25, Cameron and Laura discuss life on the farm, a bit about ADGA, and then offer ideas of things to put in your "toolbox" to make life with goats easier. Perhaps you may feel inspired to put some of your stimulus money into your dairy goat project!
Send us a text In this 24th episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura take on the task of deciding who stays and who leaves in evaluating kids. And we address your questions on our first "Q and A" segment.
Send us a text On Episode #23 of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura meet with Sarah Adamson. Sarah works for VitaPlus as their dairy goat nutritionist and consults with goat producers across the midwest to find the best nutritional programs to suit their individual needs. She also talks about her family's dairy, the well-known Marran herd in Wisconsin.
Send us a text Goat Gab Episode #22 finds Cameron and Laura discussing whether or not to "wether" a buck....or to sell him or keep him as a future herdsire.
Send us a text Now that kidding season is underway and your barn is getting full, it's time to consider making those difficult cuts. Join Laura, Cameron and special guest Ed Jodlowski as they discuss thoughts around making cuts in the milking doe herd.
Send us a text Now that the kids are arriving, your barn is filled to bursting and you know you need to help willing buyers find you. Join Cameron and Laura as they talk about marketing strategies that can help you find the perfect homes for your animals!
Send us a text Join Cameron and Laura for a delightful visit with Paul Fox, the mastermind behind the beautiful herd of Foxwood Nubians and Saanens in Tennessee. Paul shares how he has used intense linebreeding on his beautiful foundation doe, McCayla, to produce a consistent line of Nubians that have truly stood the test of time.
Send us a text Cameron and Laura continue discussing some "hot topics" with their gloves off....including the new National Show rules.
Send us a text There are some topics that don't often get discussed in public forums....on this week's episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura take off their gloves and grab on to some of those "taboo" topics.
Send us a text Kidding season is one of the most exciting times of a dairy goat breeder's year...and can also be one of the most stressful times as well. On this week's episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura discuss some ideas about kidding season, with a little help from Cameron's fiancé Catherine. You may find some good ideas that can help your kidding season go more smoothly!
Send us a text Does the idea of becoming a judge intrigue you? Cameron and Laura are joined by special guest Anna Thompson-Hajdik, one of the co-chairs of ADGA's Judge's Training, Assessment and Evaluation Committee (J-TALC), for a discussion about judging and the path it takes to become a dairy goat judge.
Send us a text It's a new year, and there are so many opportunities to make a brand-new start! Join Cameron and Laura as they discuss what they hope to accomplish or change for 2021, in and around the barn.
Send us a text "The Gift of the Old One" by Eunice Day.
