Why goat parasite issues increase in late summer
Grazing timing, pasture rest, herd monitoring can help manage parasite pressure The post Why goat parasite issues increase in late summer appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
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Grazing meat goats on pasture
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Stocking your goat first aid kit
For treating injuries, monitoring goat health, and being prepared for emergencies The post Stocking your goat first aid kit appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
The Washington Post features the meat goat industry
Learn why production hasn't kept pace with demand, what's holding it back. The post The Washington Post features the meat goat industry appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
Australian goat meat exports record high in 2025; impact on U.S. market
Australian goat meat exports reached record levels in 2025: production growth, record exports, and the U.S. remains the largest market. The post Australian goat meat exports record high in 2025; impact on U.S. market appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
Rotational grazing: What saves labor and what doesn’t
Learn what saves labor and what creates more work with grazing systems. The post Rotational grazing: What saves labor and what doesn t appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
Proposed Home Market Restoration Act: Impacts on U.S. goat meat industry
Note: This legislation was introduced in June 2026 and has not been enacted into law. As with any proposed legislation, provisions may change as the bill moves through Congress. A newly introduced piece of federal legislation could significantly change how goat meat imports enter the United States and potentially impact the growth of our domestic [ ] The post Proposed Home Market Restoration Act:…
Recommended reading: Farm business books
As a life long learner, I’m always reading books and magazines and listening to podcasts. Most of the time I’m listening to audio books or podcasts while I do work around the farm, or even when I’m out for a walk or getting my dreaded laundry done. But there are definitely times when a physical [ ] The post Recommended reading: Farm business books appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
Supplies for goats during the grazing season
Throughout the grazing season I rely heavily on my Gator to not only get around the farm to check goats and sheep, but also to haul the rotational grazing fencing gear and goat supplies I may need. The post Supplies for goats during the grazing season appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
5 common mistakes grazing goats on pasture
Spring grazing can feel relatively easy when forage growth is rapid, temperatures are cooler, and parasite pressure is lower. But once warmer weather hits you may begin noticing issues with overgrazed paddocks, weaker fence performance, slower pasture recovery, and increasing parasite issues with your goats. For us in the Upper Midwest (where my farm is [ ] The post 5 common mistakes grazing goats…
New extension resource for grazing goats and sheep
New Extension grazing goats and sheep resource focused on livestock handling and stockmanship The post New extension resource for grazing goats and sheep appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
Spring herd health for goats: Preparing for kidding season
Spring herd health for goats: what to do and preparing for kidding. The post Spring herd health for goats: Preparing for kidding season appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
Seven ways to market your regenerative farming practices
Learn how to clearly explain your regenerative farming practices, build trust, and strengthen your marketing strategy with consumers. The post Seven ways to market your regenerative farming practices appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
A beginner’s guide to raising meat goats
Beginner’s guide to raising meat goats covering breeds, pasture, fencing, feeding, herd health, and marketing. The post A beginner s guide to raising meat goats appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
New Australian goat meat tariffs and the impact on U.S. market
New U.S. tariffs increase on Australian goat meat imports. Analysis of the policy change and potential market impacts The post New Australian goat meat tariffs and the impact on U.S. market appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
Performance buck tests: A tool for improving your goat herd
Learn how pasture-based buck performance tests improve goat herds by selecting sires for growth, parasite resistance, and resiliency. The post Performance buck tests: A tool for improving your goat herd appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
Costco goat cubes: What you should know
Learn about goat meat sold at Costco, both cubed goat meat and whole goat meat. The post Costco goat cubes: What you should know appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
Goat birthing kit: Supplies for kidding season
Goat birthing kit essentials including umbilical cord care, weighing tools, ID supplies, and post-kidding doe support. The post Goat birthing kit: Supplies for kidding season appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
Stockman GrassFarmer: troubleshooting goat fencing article
My latest Stockman GrassFarmer feature shares eight key factors to review when goat fencing problems arise. The post Stockman GrassFarmer: troubleshooting goat fencing article appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
U.S. goat meat industry featured in Offrange magazine
The U.S. goat meat industry is featured in Offrange magazine. The post U.S. goat meat industry featured in Offrange magazine appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
65 goat jokes from a real goat farm
65 goat jokes that are family friendly, farm inspired, and perfect for kids. The post 65 goat jokes from a real goat farm appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
Riverwind vs Barn Owl cameras for kidding and calving
Riverwind barn cameras vs Barn owl Cameras: compare cost, installation, field of view, and use for monitoring kidding season. The post Riverwind vs Barn Owl cameras for kidding and calving appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
Barn cameras: A set up guide for kidding, lambing and calving season
Barn cameras for livestock, including WiFi and no-internet options. Setup tips for calving, lambing, and kidding in metal barns. The post Barn cameras: A set up guide for kidding, lambing and calving season appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
Bale feeding with bale grazing [results, sheep + goats]
When it comes to winter bale feeding your livestock, there are many different approaches you can take, including bale grazing. The post Bale feeding with bale grazing [results, sheep + goats] appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
Directory: State Departments of Ag for meat processing questions
Last reviewed: September 2025This page is reviewed periodically as agency structures and program oversight change. Because of this, links may change over time before we are able to make updates on our end. If you’re new to meat processing regulations or want a clearer overview of how inspection type affects what’s legal, start with this [ ] The post Directory: State Departments of Ag for meat…
Goat meat processing regulations: what’s legal and what’s not
A guide to goat meat processing rules, inspection types, and legal sales options for farmers. The post Goat meat processing regulations: what s legal and what s not appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
Meningeal worm in goats and small ruminants
Understand meningeal worm in goats: early signs, diagnosis, treatment protocols, and management practices to reduce risk. The post Meningeal worm in goats and small ruminants appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
National meat goat survey: your input matters
Share your voice in the national meat goat survey shaping the future of our industry. The post National meat goat survey: your input matters appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
Goats in heat: How to tell when does are ready for breeding
Here’s what to look for, when heat occurs, and how to support your herd’s health and nutrition leading up to breeding. The post Goats in heat: How to tell when does are ready for breeding appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
Social media benchmark data: what’s relevant for farms
How direct-to-consumer farms can use marketing data to grow online The post Social media benchmark data: what s relevant for farms appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
Fall Carhartt haul
Here s my fall Carhartt haul! I m loving the lined stocking hats, cropped tees, this 3/4 zip sweatshirt and my Packer NFL hat (also in your favorite teams). Satin beannie As a curly girl, I m super excited about these satin lined Carhartt stocking caps. And, really you probably don t have to have curly hair to appreciate [ ] The post Fall Carhartt haul appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
Simple breathing exercises for farmer mental health
Practical breathing techniques to help with farmer mental health. It can help with managing daily stress on the farm and in life. The post Simple breathing exercises for farmer mental health appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
ULINE supplies for packing and shipping orders from the farm
ULINE shipping supplies we use on our farm, from boxes to tape and liners. The post ULINE supplies for packing and shipping orders from the farm appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
Supplies for breeding goats (& sheep)
Get your goat herd ready for breeding season with must-have supplies, from minerals to harnesses. The post Supplies for breeding goats (& sheep) appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
Supplies for raising goats in the winter
Essential winter goat supplies to keep water thawed, chores manageable, and herds comfortable. The post Supplies for raising goats in the winter appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
Portable water tank set up for goats, sheep
Learn how to set up a portable goat water tank system for rotational grazing goats. The post Portable water tank set up for goats, sheep appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
Boosting farm meat sales and customer relationships with email marketing
Farmers can boost meat sales with email marketing by building loyal customers and avoiding social media limits. The post Boosting farm meat sales and customer relationships with email marketing appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
Life lately on the farm [Aug. 28]
Life lately on the farm managing remote grazing herds, trying out virtual fencing, current farm reads, and seasonal favorites. The post Life lately on the farm [Aug. 28] appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
Portable goat shelter options for grazing season
Learn about different portable goat shelter options for grazing goats The post Portable goat shelter options for grazing season appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
Virtual fence for goats research, on-farm trial findings
Learn about goat virtual fence research: training, welfare, containment, and labor savings. The post Virtual fence for goats research, on-farm trial findings appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
An overview of livestock virtual fence systems
Virtual fence systems use collars to manage livestock without physical fencing. Learn more how it works. The post An overview of livestock virtual fence systems appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
Managing goat parasites with rotational grazing timing
Manage parasites in goats during the summer with pasture rotation and strategic deworming. Break the parasite cycle with grazing timing. The post Managing goat parasites with rotational grazing timing appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
Properly Citing Sources in Farm Marketing + Brand Protection
Statistics and news sources are a great asset to support marketing materials for your farm, but be sure you're properly citing these sources. The post Properly Citing Sources in Farm Marketing + Brand Protection appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
Amazon Prime Day Finds: Farm + farmhouse
Amazon Prime Days deals for farm tools, supplies, and home essentials. See my top picks and save on products I use daily on our farm. The post Amazon Prime Day Finds: Farm + farmhouse appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
How to keep goats and sheep cool to reduce heat stress
Hot weather can put serious stress on livestock, affecting everything from feed intake to reproduction. While goats and sheep tend to tolerate heat better than cattle or pigs, extended periods of high temperature, especially when paired with humidity, can lead to heat stress that compromises their health and productivity. In this post, we’ll cover the [ ] The post How to keep goats and sheep cool…
Behind-the-scenes: How we pack retail meat orders
Behind the scenes look at our farm-to-consumer shipping logistics: how we pack and ship retail meat orders efficiently. The post Behind-the-scenes: How we pack retail meat orders appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
Favorite LGD supplies and tools
Top livestock guardian dog (LGD) supplies we use on our farm to support healthy, hardworking dogs year-round. The post Favorite LGD supplies and tools appeared first on Grazing with Leslie .
Q&A: All things goat and sheep fencing
Fencing for sheep and goats can be challenging. The topic alone generates plenty of questions and comes with real-world troubleshooting on the farm. In this Q A session, Gallagher expert Ray Williams joins me (Leslie Svacina of GrazingWithLeslie.com and Cylon Rolling Acres) to answer questions submitted by fellow farmers, ranchers, and homesteaders. Key topics on goat [ ] The post Q&A: All things…
Improving our winter sacrifice area with a no till cover crop
During the winter, we bale graze our pastures. As temperatures begin to warm, we shift feeding to a designated sacrifice area near the barn. This area handles heavy traffic from our goats and sheep while spring pastures recover, dry out and grow. The downside is that once the animals move out to pasture, the area [ ] The post Improving our winter sacrifice area with a no till cover crop appeared…
Firewood processing made easy with skid steer wood splitter
Managing downed trees and maintaining a steady supply of firewood is important for us since we use it to heat our home and farm shop, as well as cook down maple sap into syrup.. That’s why we added the Halverson HWP-140B LH Firewood Processor to our equipment on the farm. This skid steer attachment has [ ] The post Firewood processing made easy with skid steer wood splitter appeared first on…
Oak savanna restoration: Managing buckthorn, reviving native habitat
When we purchased our farm almost 15 years ago, we were drawn to the land not only for its farming potential but also for the chance to enjoy the wooded for recreation. One section of the woods featured a magesticl old-growth oak savanna, but it was completely overtaken by buckthorn. Restoring this oak savanna and [ ] The post Oak savanna restoration: Managing buckthorn, reviving native habitat…