Raising Goats Naturally, 2nd Edition
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Raising Goats Naturally, 2nd Edition
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Raising Goats Naturally, 2nd Edition
Incorporating dairy goats into a diversified homestead can aid in greater self-sufficiency. Responding to questions and concerns from readers from all over North America and beyond, this revised and expanded edition will help readers raise goats to produce milk, cheese, meat, and more, without relying on drugs or the factory farm model.
- Co-op available
- Feature in Hobby Farm, Mother Earth News
- Excerpts offered to Permaculture North America, Dairy Goat Journal, United Caprine News, Grit, and Countryside
- Email campaign to organizations including American Dairy Goat Association, American Goat Society, Nigerian Dwarf Goat Association, and the American Livestock Breed Conservancy
- Promotion through the author's own website and goat social network Nigeriandwarfgoats.ning.com and ThriftyHomesteader.com
- Promotion to blogs such as Chickens in the Road, Goats in the Garden, and This Goat's Life.
- Galley available on Edelweiss
- Publicity and promotion in conjunction with the author's speaking engagements
- Simultaneous ebook release and promotion
- Promotion on New Society Publishers social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, our blog, Pinterest, Instagram, and Youtube
Raise healthy, productive goats without antibiotics, chemicals, or expensive veterinary interventions using natural health management. This complete guide to goat husbandry focuses on preventing problems through nutrition, environmental management, and natural breeding practices.
Why Natural Goat Management Works Better:
Chemical-dependent goat raising creates ongoing costs and health problems. Natural methods build strong immune systems, reduce veterinary expenses, and produce healthier milk and meat.
What You'll Master:
- Natural health protocols that prevent common goat diseases without chemicals
- Pasture management for optimal nutrition and parasite prevention
- Breeding programmes that improve herd genetics naturally over time
- Milk and meat production systems for family food security or income generation
- Problem-solving through observation and natural interventions
Cost Savings and Health Benefits:
Natural goat managers report 75% lower veterinary costs, healthier animals, and superior milk and meat quality compared to conventionally managed herds.
Raise goats the natural way for healthier animals and lower costs. This guide is essential for homesteaders and small farmers committed to sustainable livestock management.
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Raising Goats Naturally, 2nd Edition is praised for its comprehensive approach to goat husbandry, blending practical advice with a strong emphasis on natural practices. Readers appreciate the author's extensive knowledge and easy-to-follow guidance, making the book a valuable resource for both novice and experienced goat keepers. The book covers a wide range of topics, from health care to diet, ensuring a well-rounded understanding of goat farming.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780865718470
Publisher: New Society Publishers
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 11 September 2018
Country: United States
Imprint: New Society Publishers
Edition: Revised & Expanded
Illustration: 65 Halftones, black and white; 65 Illustrations
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 18.0mm
Width: 191.0mm
Height: 229.0mm
Weight: 726g
Pages: 352
About the Author
Deborah Niemann is a homesteader, writer and self-sufficiency expert who presents extensively on skills for living a more self-reliant life. She has raised livestock for over 16 years and is the administrator of a popular online forum and social network focused on Nigerian Dwarf dairy goats. She is the author of Homegrown and Handmade: A Practical Guide to More Self-Reliant Living , and Ecothrifty: Cheaper, Greener Choices for a Happier, Healthier Life, along with the first edition of Raising Goats Naturally. Deborah and her family produce all of their own meat, eggs and dairy products, while an organic garden and orchard provide fruit and vegetables. She lives and farms with her family in Cornell, Illinois. You can find her online at ThriftyHomesteader.com
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