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 For our 100th episode, Goat Gab is happy to welcome back one of our favorite guests, Craig Koopmann of Pleasant-Grove Dairy Goats. In addition to managing a commercial dairy, Craig artfully breeds nationally-competitive Saanen and French Alpine (and a few Recorded Grade) dairy goats that are making an impact across the country. This episode focuses on buck selection, proving and management....
Send us a text Join us for a SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT this week--The Circuit: A dairy goat showmanship contest powered by Goat Gab.
Send us a text A special Christmas episode for our listeners.....from the Jodlowskis and the Warrens. (Credit to the Goat Lady at Goat-Link.com)
Send us a text On this episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura (joined by Elizabeth and Caroline Warren) discuss what it takes to "fit your goat like a boss."
Send us a text For this 96th episode of Goat Gab, Laura and Cameron are joined by Dr. Yalonda Burton, of the Patterson Animal Hospital in Stillwell, OK. We are continuing with our series on working with your veterinarian, with a focus on the Veterinary Client Patient Relationship.
Send us a text The winds of change are heading our way, when it comes to the availability of over-the-counter antibiotics for the dairy goat industry. We are pleased to have Dr. Fauna Smith join us this week to discuss the reasons behind this big change and what this means for the dairy goat industry.
Send us a text Pumpkin spice, cinnamon and everything nice? Well, it IS fall.....this week on Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura discuss some fall tasks that you may want to consider as we head into the cold dark months of winter.
Send us a text On this 93rd episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura start their series of diving into each of the dairy goat breeds. This week we welcome Brandi Giachino and Nate Funk to share their thoughts on Oberhasli--both a historical look and also where the breed is going.
Send us a text Like most industries, there are myths and "old wives' tales" in the dairy goat world. On this lighthearted episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura bust some myths and talk about the truths that may lie behind others.
Send us a text The eternal question that comes up every fall--do I breed this year's kids to freshen as yearlings? On this episode of Goat Gab, Laura and Cameron are joined by "Dr. Ed" to discuss this important question.
Send us a text We are so excited to have Randy and Mary as our guests this week! Join us as we talk about extended lactations, managing a commercial herd and other delightful aspects of the Marran herd in Wisconsin.
Send us a text A jam-packed week in Syracuse, NY at the 2022 ADGA Convention is the topic for this week, and Cameron and Laura are joined by Melanie Bohren from Colorado to recap all of the "goings-on" from ADGA's annual meeting.
Send us a text It's a dairy goat youth party! Join Cameron, Laura and the amazing ADGA youth who attended the 2022 ADGA Convention Youth Program to find out their thoughts about involvement in dairy goats.
Send us a text This episode focuses on a topic that can be hard to discuss....mental health. We are joined by Courntey Spaulding, a dairy goat breeder from Waitsfield, Vermont, who holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Animal Science from Auburn University, a Master’s of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Saint Michael’s College, and is a current Ph.D. Student in Couple and Family Therapy at Antioch University New England. She is a Pre-licensed professional, working under licensed supervision, completi...
Send us a text On our 86th episode, Cameron and Laura "get real" in talking about some difficult things that they have faced recently with their herds.....hoping that their experiences may help others avoid heartache and challenges.
Send us a text Goat Gab at its most elemental form.....just two dairy goat breeders gabbing about various topics. Join Laura and Cameron this week as we talk about the end of show season, ADGA issues, and making the final cuts.
Send us a text On this 84th episode of Goat Gab, Laura and Cameron talk about ideas behind choosing your herd's next sire.....what you might consider and how to make that reservation.
Send us a text Whether you are starting from scratch with your "dream barn" or you are considering adding and remodeling your current structure, you're sure to find some ideas here as Cameron and Laura discuss their ideas about dairy goat barns.
Send us a text The trailers are unloaded, the truck is clean and Cameron, Laura and Elizabeth are unpacking their thoughts on the 2022 ADGA National Show--the good, the bad and what can be improved upon.
Send us a text We've always said that Goat Gab is just like a chat sitting around the tack pen at a show.....well, for this special episode we are doing just that! Join Cameron, Laura, Dr. Ed. and about 20 other National Show exhibitors just chatting about their National Show experience from the Pennsylvania Farm Complex in Harrisburg, PA!
Send us a text Our focus this episode is on the ADGA National Show Youth Activities, and we welcome special guest Dr. Paul Plummer, who is the National Show Youth Activities Chairman. Dr. Plummer gives an indepth overview of all of the exciting events that Youth can choose to participate in--it's a fun filled week of all things dairy goats for our amazing youth!
Send us a text If you have ever dreamed of making an epic trip across the United States with a trailer full of dairy goats, this episode is for you! Join Cameron and Laura as they welcome guests Aaron Carter and Megan Treadway-Carter as they break down their amazing process for making cross-country treks seem easy.
Send us a text On this episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura go "off the cuff" talking about topics in the dairy goat industry.
Send us a text Join Cameron and Laura as they sit around the table with the Thompson Family--Doug, Mary, Anna and Emily. Learn about their history with dairy goats and the American Dairy Goat Association.
Send us a text If you are ready to take your dairy goat show to the next level, you want to hear what Brenda Lightner from Indiana's Phase 5 productions has to share. Join Cameron and Laura on this 76th episode of Goat Gab as we talk about those extra things that really can make an outstanding show.
Send us a text On this week's episode of Goat Gab, we introduce you to Mr. Scott Horner, the goat program manager and extension specialist at Prairie View A & M. Find out how their program benefits the goat industry and contributes to some amazing research...and learn about one of the nicest dairy goat enthusiasts you'll ever meet!
Send us a text Healthy animals produce healthy milk, and udder health contributes to the overall longevity of a milking doe's life. Join Cameron and Laura this week as they talk with Jeremy Franseen, longtime dairy producer of FFA Farms as he discusses the factors that contribute to his outstanding udder health and high quality milk in his dairy operation.
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Send us a text On this 73rd episode of Goat Gab, Laura and Cameron are joined by Dr. Ed and Caroline as we discuss how we keep numbers in our herds to a manageable level.
Send us a text A successful show season takes a lot of planning! This week on the 72nd episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura discuss their ideas for choosing shows, planning the calendar, and other considerations for 2022 dairy goat shows.
