The Art of Goat Farming: Weaning, Breeding, and Best Practices for a Thriving Herd

Hi guys! It’s a beautiful day once again, and welcome back to Dexter’s World Channel! 🌞 Today, I’m excited to update you on our latest developments in goat farming. In our last video, we discussed the weaning process for our young goats, which are now 3 months old. With the kids weaned and growing strong, it’s time to prepare our mama goats for the next breeding season. But of course, breeding them immediately is not an option—we need to properly condition them first.

Conditioning Goats for Breeding: Essential Tips

Before we breed our mama goats again, it’s crucial to ensure they are in optimal health. One of the ways we do this is by administering iron and B complex injections. Today, we’re using a common iron supplement known as “BAM,” which is suitable for goats and other livestock such as cows, pigs, and horses. We inject 2 ml of BAM into each goat to boost their health and prepare them for breeding. Our goal is to have them ready to mate by October or November, and we hope they come into heat soon.

Injecting iron is just one part of our conditioning process. By introducing the buck, named Randy, into the herd, we encourage natural breeding behavior. Randy is a pure Anglo-Nubian, a breed known for its quality offspring, and we look forward to seeing his kids in a couple of months!

Importance of Goat Health and Medication

As a goat farmer, maintaining a medicine kit is essential for the well-being of our herd. Here are some of the key medicines we keep on hand:

• Iron Supplements: To boost health and prevent anemia.
• Antibiotics: For treating infections and managing diarrhea.
• Dewormers: To control internal parasites.
• Fever Medications: To reduce fever and inflammation.

Keeping a variety of vitamins and first-aid medicines is crucial for preventing diseases, especially since our goats are enclosed and cannot roam freely. Regular vitamin injections and close monitoring help us maintain their health and prevent any potential outbreaks.

Breeding and Weaning Updates: What’s Next?

Now that our young goats have been weaned, we are preparing for the next breeding cycle. Randy, our big and gentle buck, is ready to meet the does. In about two months, we expect to see new offspring, and we are excited to watch our herd grow!

For those of you interested in goat farming, I encourage you to keep learning and exploring. I’m still learning every day, and I invite you to join me on this journey. Share your best practices and tips, especially if you have experience with disease prevention and herd management.

Future Plans: Expanding the Farm and New Culinary Delights

As we continue to improve the farm, we’re also working on new plans for our upcoming restaurant. Goat meat dishes such as papaitan, kaldereta, and adobo are on the menu. These are delicious traditional recipes that will be a highlight of our dining experience. Alongside the restaurant, our coffee boat and kitchen are nearing completion. We aim to have everything ready by October 10, my birthday, and you’re all invited to celebrate with us!

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Thank you for watching, and I look forward to seeing you in my next video here at Dexter’s World!