Ringside: An American Dairy Goat Podcast
Hosts: Jon Kain and Danielle Carolei
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Welcome to Ringside: An American Dairy Goat Podcast where Jon Kain and Danielle Carolei talk about everything and anything regarding Dairy Goats and the ADGA
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Santa's Little Helpers (Cyber Monday Edition)
Every year we at Ringside bring forth a list of items goat people may find helpful. This year we built an amazon affiliate program list listeners may find helpful and also a list of some small businesses listeners may want to support. We provide everything from heated water buckets to extension chords, show boxes and many other goat related stuff.
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Nov 20, 2023
Ringside Gets Judgy, Year 2!!
This episode of Ringside was sponsored by Duraferm
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! This week we continue the tradition of reading Reddit stories and decide if the people that wrote them were the A-Holes or if they weren't. There's a few goat stories and a couple Thanksgiving stories to celebrate the Holiday! Travel safe everyone and enjoy!
This episode was sponsored by Duraferm
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Nov 13, 2023
What Makes a Good Farm Website?
On this week's episode Danielle and Jon navigate the question of what makes a good farm page or social media page(s). It's not a cut and dry easy answer but they do their best to formulate what makes them happy when visiting a farm page.
Ringside's Website
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Nov 6, 2023
Record Keeping Methods For Your Herd
What means do you use to keep data about your herd? Do you use a napkin? Piece of paper and manilla folder? Do you use your phone, computer or maybe a rolladex? Listen in as Jon and Danielle talk about the methods they use to keep data on their herd and where they store it.
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Oct 23, 2023
Well...That's Not on The Scorecard
When breeding dairy goats, of course we all look at the unified scorecard as a guide... but what about those traits that aren't on the scorecard? The mean girls, the tiny teat does, the big eared swiss breed and everything else you can imagine. Listen in as Jon and Danielle talk about those traits they breed for that can't be quantified on the score card.
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NG Road Map
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Oct 15, 2023
A Labor of Love ft. Dr. Fauna Smith of Wingwood Farm (Spotlight Special)
After years and years of breeding dairy goats as a family, Wingwood Farm Ara D'Artagnan may be the perfect culmination of the Smith family's labor of love. Join us as Dr. Fauna Smith talks about her spotlight sale consignment D'Artagnan and discover what makes him so special.
Wingwood Farm
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Oct 13, 2023
The Road to Tulsa- Mark Weir and Renee Wolf (Spotlight Special)
This pit stop on the road to Tulsa is brought to you by some heavy hitting Nigerian Dwarf breeders! Both of these Nigerians come from amazing genetics that anyone would be happy to add to their herd! You're going to have to fork over a lot of hard-earned money to be the winning bidder of these goats! The best part? They'd be well worth it! Listen in as Mark Weir and Renee Wolf talk about the Nigerian Dwarf Goats they have available in this year's ADGA Spotlight Sale.
Mark Weir
Hilltop Farms- Agape's Prize Nigerian Dwarf Dairy Goats
Agape's Prize Gold Frenchman
Renee Wolf
Wolfivan Ranch
Wolfivan Wayfaring Stranger
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Oct 11, 2023
The Road to Tulsa- Craig Koopman and Nancy Boling (Spotlight Special)
The ADGA Annual Convention is ready to launch next week! On this Spotlight Special Episode we highlight two awesome animals consigned in the sale. First up is Craig Koopman of Pleasent Grove Dairy Goats about his Alpine doe Jezicakes and he drops an absolutely awesome bit of information that any buyer would be excited to hear. We are then joined by Nancy Boling of Springwater Dairy Goats to talk about her nigerian doe that is in the sale as well!
Pleasent Grove Dairy Goats
Pleasent Grove MFM Jezicakes
Springwater Dairy Goats
Springwater SNE Catastrophe
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Oct 9, 2023
Small Herd, Big Dreams! Featuring Amanda and Jon Hanson of Hanson's Hideaway Farm (Spotlight Special)
Every breeder that shows dairy goats has a dream of winning at the big dance with one of their animals at the ADGA National Show. Amanda and Jon Hanson did just that. What makes their win even cooler is the fact that they keep a smaller herd of Nigerian Dwarf Goats. As if winning at the National Show with their doe Candy wasn't awesome enough, they also have a doe kid consigned to the ADGA Spotlight Sale in Tulsa later this month. Listen in to hear about the story of this dynamic duo and their herd.
Hansons Hideaway Reeses Take 5 Spotlight sale doe
Amanda and Jon's farm page
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Oct 6, 2023
The Road to Tulsa- Trinity Malmanis and Evie Harry (Spotlight Special)
On this special ADGA Spotlight Sale episode of Ringside, Jon and Danielle are joined by Trinity Malmanis of Goat San Dairy Goats to talk about her LaMancha Consignment for the sale. Jon is then joined by Evie Harry of Evie's Dairy Goats to talk about her Toggenburg consignment for the sale. These goats have powerful pedigrees and a potency that any herd could benefit from.
Goat San Dairy Goats
Goat San Hey Jude
Evie's Dairy Goats
Evie's ESS Fancy Boots
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Oct 4, 2023
The Road to Tulsa- Ed Jodlowski and Jena Williams (Spotlight Special)
If you're a Sable breeder or Nubian breeder you won't want to miss this detailed episode about Ed Jodlowski's (Kickapoo Valley Dairy Goats) and Jena Williams' (Urban Acres Farm) consignment animals for the ADGA spotlight sale. Find out what makes these animals so spectacular on this special episode of Ringside.
Urban Acres Farm
Kickapoo Valley Dairy Goats
ADGA Spotlight Sale FB page
ADGA Spotlight Sale website
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Oct 2, 2023
A Living Legacy- Tempo Aquila Frozen in Time ET with Dr. Acton (Spotlight Sale Feature)
Imagine having to make the difficult decision to make a terminal harvest of eggs on a once in a lifetime doe. Imagine that doe creating a beautiful buck named Tempo Aquila Frozen in Time ET. Imagine that you have to come to the realization that he'd further the breed in another herd. Dr. Acton did just that and not only is she happy to be doing so but she's stoic as they come! There's a lot of amazing animals in this boy's pedigree and she's offering him up on the big stage that is the ADGA Spotlight Sale!
Frozen in Time's Spotlight Sale Page
https://convention.adga.org/tempo-aquila-frozen-in-time-et/
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Sep 25, 2023
Thinking Ahead And Setting Goals!
What an episode! Maybe that should read, "what was that episode"? Danielle and Jon look ahead to 2024 and breathe their goals for their herds into the stratosphere to hold themselves accountable. What kind of goals do you set for your future self to attain?
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Sep 18, 2023
Dairy Goat Adventures in Alaska with Kelli Foreman
A farm right on the Pacific Ocean sounds like a dream come true and our guest Kelli Foreman of Kodiak Goat Dairy of Kodiak, Alaska is living that dream every day. But being a dairy goat farmer and operating a creamery on a remote island in Alaska certainly comes with some challenges that most of us in the lower 48 wouldn’t even imagine! Enjoy today’s episode, which not only tells the story of where there is a will, there is a way but also the proof that dairy goats are addicting, amazing animals that can feed our communities and nourish our souls.
Kelli's Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/kodiakgoatdairy/
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Sep 11, 2023
Another Year, Another Breeding Season!!
All the cool kids are doing it! Breeders all across the country are getting ready for or are already breeding goats! Yep, it's breeding season. Listen in as Jon and Danielle give their thoughts on how to have a successful breeding season! It's the one time you have total control on where your program is going to go, so what's it going to be? Are you going to make big improvements on your herd or fall back?
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Sep 4, 2023
Retirement Homes with Tyler Ramirez
Jon is joined by Tyler Ramirez of Casa Ram Nigerians to discuss when to apply for a doe's AARP card or if that doe still has some life left in your program. When to breed em and when to let them out to pasture? Find out what Jon and Tyler think on this episode!
CasaRam Nigerians
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Aug 27, 2023
Oops All Tangents.... Ringside At The Dutchess County Fair
This week Danielle and Jon sit ringside at the dutchess county fair, recapping their week and the fun they had along the way!
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Aug 14, 2023
Build It And They Will Come with Melissa Holahan and Sam Stokes
The goat wives? Again?! YEP! We're talking with the goat wives today about how they decided to build a new barn to their liking and the process in doing so. We all want custom barns and these ladies did it! Listen in as they talk about why Sam hates chickens, Melissa loves their feeder system and why they'll miss the hot workers that built the barn.
Chubb E Acres
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Aug 7, 2023
What Had Happened Was..... with Sam Stokes and Melissa Holahan
What happens when you go on an adventure to Redmond, Oregon to sell products at a booth and enjoy dairy goats for a week? If you said "buy two spotlight sale goats" you would have a lot in common with the goat wives of Michigan aka Sam Stokes and Melissa Holahan! Listen in as Danielle and Jon talk to the goat wives about their adventures in Redmond, their new purchases and we aren't talking just about goats here. Since you're reading this... does anyone need a puppy? Because the wives have them coming out their ears with their newest litter of rescues!
Chubb E Acres
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Jul 31, 2023
Seize The Day with Emily Morgan
Emily Morgan of Aiyana's Empire Dairy Goats has created opportunity after opportunity for herself. One may ask how and why and where those opportunities took her. Listen in as we talk to Emily about how she got started in dairy goats, where she wants to go and how asking a simple question to a breeder she admired, presented her with an opportunity of a lifetime at this years ADGA National Show.
Aiyana's Empire Dairy Goats
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Jul 24, 2023
Beat The Heat
It's July... the weather is hot hot hot and this week Jon and Danielle talk about keeping your herd comfortable while dealing with the dog days of summer.
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Jul 17, 2023
Linear Appraisal Session Reflections
After having their herd's scored, Danielle and Jon reflect on the session, their scores and future moves to improve their herds. Danielle is now a cat lady and Jon is as petty as ever, find out why and tune in this week of Ringside!
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Jul 11, 2023
Road Trip To Nationals with Jason Peckham and Jennifer Funk
Are you not attending the ADGA National Show this year in Redmond, Oregon but wish you were? Are you feeling that FOMO (feeling of missing out) like Jon and Danielle? Don't worry, Jason Peckham and Jennifer Funk bring you inside their cab as Danielle talks with them about their trip so far. Hop in the back seat as we go on a Road Trip this week on RINGSIDE!
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Sublime Dairy Goats
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Half Barn Farms
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Jul 3, 2023
The Art of Buying with Ashley Clement-Clark
How much thought do you put into buying new goats for your herd? Is it a split decision or is it a methodical plan? Ashley Clement-Clark gives her insights on how she's found success in buying goats to improve her herd. If you're looking to add animals to your herd this is the episode for you!
Ashley's Herd
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Jun 26, 2023
Clipping Tips And Tricks With Tyler Ramirez of Casa Ram Nigerians!
Are you terrible at clipping your goats? Do you want to get better at shaving udders? You are in luck! This week Tyler Ramirez of Casa Ram Nigerian Dwarfs gives his tips and tricks to clipping goats for the show ring. This is a fun interview you won't want to miss!
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Jun 19, 2023
We Survived Dairy Goat Awareness Week
With 7 days in a row of amazing content for the community, Jon and Danielle reflect back on the week. Jon and Danielle would also like to give their condolences to the Foster family who suffered a tragic loss this past weekend.
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Jun 17, 2023
A Conversation With Producers Katelyn and Brendan Foley
On today's final episode for dairy goat awareness week, Danielle is joined by Katelyn and Brendan Foley of Hoofprint Cheese Company. This dynamic duo runs their small dairy/creamery in the Hudson Valley of New York. Find out how they fared in 2020 and how they've been able to pivot their business for success while still maintaining a show herd at the same time.
Hoofprint Cheese Company
https://www.facebook.com/hoofprintcheese
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Jun 16, 2023
Dealing With Parasites with Dr. Katie Jackson DVM
Danielle and Jon carry on with Dairy Goat Awareness week with Dr. Katie Jackson DVM. Dr. Jackson is a large animal veterinarian with a focus in small ruminants. Take the time to listen to this episode as Dr. Jackson talks about parasite resistance, detecting a worm load using FAMANCHA and how to deal with parasites in your herd.
Dr. Katie Jackson's herd
https://www.facebook.com/whiterockfarm1756
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Jun 15, 2023
Nigerian Dwarf History with Anne Peterson of Rosasharn Farm
To continue Dairy Goat Awareness Week, Jon is joined by Anne Peterson of Rosasharn Farm. Anne has been a Nigerian Dwarf Goat breeder since the breed's inception with AGS and ADGA. Anne was the breeder of ADGA's first senior national champion and reserve national champion. Find out about the history of the breed and why Anne has concerns regarding the breed's current trajectory and why breeding for the standard is important to her.
Rosasharn Farm
https://www.facebook.com/Rosasharnfarm
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Jun 14, 2023
Advice Featuring Past and Future Guests
Happy Dairy Goat Awareness Week! This episode is compiled of advice shared by various past and future guests of the show!
Sam & Melissa (the goat wives)
https://www.facebook.com/chubbeacresfarm
Don and Judy Hoy
https://www.facebook.com/luckystarfarm
Jill Pritchett
https://www.facebook.com/jhavenacres
Ashley Clement-Clark
https://www.facebook.com/ebfarmgoats
Dr. Angell
http://www.bentleyfarm.org/?fbclid=IwAR2_SgHKMFkctJunKXmwSsiljqaCeBsh9UjV8gIEUzPWmDuItBEYWoST_VE
Tyler Ramirez
https://www.facebook.com/CasaRam
The Duong Family
https://www.facebook.com/CABlackberrys
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Jun 13, 2023
Let's Go To The ADGA National Show with Karen Smith
Have you ever wondered what it's like to go to a national show? Want to go to the ADGA National Show in Redmond, Oregon in a few weeks? The National Show committee chair Karen Smith joins us to talk about the facility, the doe raffle and many other aspects of nationals.
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ADGA National Show 2023
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Jun 12, 2023
5,4,3,2,1 With Mark Baden!
On today's special episode of Dairy Goat Awareness Week, Mark Baden of Olentangy Alpines sits down with the crew as he shares another program he has put together regarding Linear Appraisal! What are your goals when it comes to scores you want your animals to achieve? No not the high 93 animal of your dreams, Mark takes it even deeper than that breaking down the unified scorecard and his ideal goals. You won't want to miss this episode.
the unified scorecard
https://adga.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/adga-shows-judges-scorecard2022-1.pdf
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Olentangy Alpines
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Jun 11, 2023
ADGA Youth Rep Caroline Warren!
Are you an ADGA youth that has considered becoming a representative or wanted to know exactly what it takes? Are you a parent that wants to support your youth the best you can? Listen in as Caroline Warren, ADGA's youth rep joins the crew and talks about her road to becoming representative and listen to her passion as she talks about her favorite subject, dairy goats.
Caroline's family herd Maple Wind Caprines
https://www.facebook.com/MapleWindCaprines
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Jun 10, 2023
Dairy Goat Awareness Week!! Year 2 Teaser
Dairy Goat Awareness Week runs from June 10th through June 17th this year. Danielle and Jon have spent time with numerous guests getting ready for the occasion. All week long your Ringside hosts will be bringing you episodes featuring veterinarians, past appraisers, judges, the ADGA National Show committee chair, milk producers, the ADGA youth rep and various other breeders. Spend the week with us as we PROMOTE THE GOAT!
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Jun 5, 2023
The Colorama Sale With Sara Koehn-Walberg
Have you ever wondered what the ADGA Colorama Sale actually is? What goes into the sale? How to put a doe in the prestigious Colorama Sale? You're in luck! Jon and Danielle are joined by the colorama sale co-chair Sara Koehn-Walberg of Blissberry Dairy Goats to talk you through the entire process.
Blissberry Dairy Goats
https://www.facebook.com/BlissberryGoats
https://blissberry.com/nubian/?fbclid=IwAR2XvuqtzM58mpLuuoMHEqTGtfGzR90xE7Y77srH-duinO6dHpXhh5PtzaY
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https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100070099150246
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May 29, 2023
Shooting The Breeze
With Memorial Day weekend showing behind them, Danielle and Jon catch the listeners up on what's happening on their farms and how their show day went at the GSDGA Spring Fling.
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May 22, 2023
Show Your Goats To The Top with Bob Bartholomew
This week Jon and Danielle are joined by advanced judge, appraiser and past breeder Bob Bartholomew. The trio talks about showing goats in the ring to their best potential. Have a doe that has a weak chine? Posty legs? Heavy shoulders? Find out the tricks of the trade to show them off without revealing their faults.
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May 15, 2023
Show Preparations and Jon Breaks The Internet
This week as Jon and Danielle get ready for their first shows of the season, they talk about what is needed to take to a show and also how delicous sun baked sandwiches are on a hot day! Listen in and don't forget to like, follow and review on whatever app you use to listen to us each week.
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May 8, 2023
Let's Have An IVF Party with Stephanie Millburg Rovey
Have you ever thought about utilizing In Vitro Fertilization? Ever thought about collecting the eggs with friends and being lucky enough to have a friend offer some of their does as recips? Well top notch breeders are doing just that in the Pacific Northwest! Listen in as we talk to Stephanie Millburg Rovey about how she hosts other breeders on her dairy to collect ova cites from their does, create embryos and use recips to carry out those pregnancies to term if they're lucky. Roll the dice and listen in on our 150th episode as we talk about Stephanie's IVF parties!
Stephanie's Herd
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064945590250
https://www.granderondedairy.com/?fbclid=IwAR2mRO3X07J5VH5N8z5gEkpFyLCrJhzz8QbRkHfh_pRl98fKuqv1__wd7Lw
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May 1, 2023
Improving Your Herd with DaNelle Wolford
Have you started out with goats just for their milk and then fell in love with them and wanted to not only improve them but also get serious with your breeding program? So has DaNelle Wolford of Weed 'em & Reap. DaNelle has been raising goats for 14 years and in the last couple of years has decided to take advantage of performance programs to better her herd. Listen in to this week's episode to find out how she did just that.
DaNelle's Youtube channel
https://www.youtube.com/@Weedemandreap
DaNelle's herd
Wolf Tree Ranch | Facebook
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Apr 24, 2023
Keeping Your (Breed) Standards High with Dr. Kirt Schnipke
Lamanchas with roman noses, huge oberhasli, short eared nubians... why do these animals sit at the back of the lineup at a show? Why are they a poor representation of their breed? Find out as the Ringside hosts are joined by Dr. Kirt Schnipke to weigh in on breed character and breed standards.
Dr. Kirt Schnipke's herd
http://www.oberboerd.com
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057566413380
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Apr 17, 2023
Creating A Show String With Cade Cockburn
Show season is here for some and approaching for many. Jon and Danielle are joined by Cade Cockburn of Cade's Lil Farm to discuss how they create a show string for the local club shows, fairs and nationals. Why is putting together a show string like calculus? Find out this week on Ringside!
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Cade's Lil Farm
https://www.facebook.com/cadeslilfarm
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Apr 10, 2023
Balance
This week is all about balance. No, we aren't talking about a well balanced dairy goat. We're talking about balancing farming with your life and achieving the perfect zen to keep you happy, healthy and focused.
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Apr 3, 2023
Bouncing Back
So your does have had their kids, they're on the milk stand and they don't look their best, what do you do? Fear not, Danielle and Jon give their tips and tricks on how to turn the winter blues into spring flowers. How do they get their does to bounce back after kidding? Find out on this episode of Ringside!
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Mar 27, 2023
Marketing Kids Part 2
How do you market animals you're selling? Does word of mouth work best or do you use social media etc. to reach a wider audience. In Marketing Kids Part 2 Jon and Danielle expand on the topic and how they market those extra kids.
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Mar 20, 2023
Postal Ballots and Marketing Kids Part 1
A lot happened in ADGA land this past week and Danielle and Jon are here to help you navigate the postal ballots that were voted on or to be voted on. They both give their opinions on the matters at hand to help make the ballots more palatable. Afterwards, the crew starts part 1 of marketing kids and goats successfully.
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Mar 13, 2023
Deciding To Sell or Buy Buck Kids As Herd Sires With Jill Pritchett of J-Haven Acres
This week Danielle, Jon and special guest Jill Pritchett of J-Haven Acres discuss the age old question... should you sell that buck kid as a future herd sire or should he go as a wether or for meat. They also talk about what to look for in a future herd sire that you may be purchasing.
J-Haven Acres
https://www.facebook.com/jhavenacres
https://www.jhavenacres.net/?fbclid=IwAR2NuLGGIbaLbnd_TY2-ENnwkcLRry2nMQ5QC0eMy59Q8oe2olU77XmHs8w
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Mar 6, 2023
Hay Testing Master Class with Laura Kieser
Have you ever had your forage (hay) tested before? Why not? This week the crew is joined by returning guest, Laura Keiser of Four Seasons Farm Dairy Goats and Account and Marketing Manager at Dairyland Laboratories Inc. where they test your feed and hay to quantify the values of your feed. If you've tested or thought about testing your hay, this is the episode for you!
Four Seasons Farm
https://www.facebook.com/fsfgoats
Dairyland Laboratories Inc.
https://www.facebook.com/dairylandlabsinc
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Feb 27, 2023
Talking The Pre-Kidding Jitters Out!
kidding season has begun for Jon and is approaching for Danielle. Like most of the dairy goat breeders in the country, kidding season is still on our minds so we're going to talk about it. Listen in as your hosts discuss how many kids they'll be retaining, who's on the chopping block and why Jon looks like a kardashian! You won't want to miss it!
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Feb 20, 2023
Hot Button Topics (Kidding Season Edition)
Do all buck kids deserve to keep their manhood? Do you disbud your own kids? Do you let the doe clean off the kids? These are all questions asked throughout kidding season and Jon and Danielle are here to weigh in on them!
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Feb 13, 2023
On Call During Kidding Season With Dr. Isaac Angell
During kidding season many of us have concerns for our does and subsequent kids. Dystocia, Ketosis, Milk Fever. There are many obstacles that can cause a poor kidding season. Listen in as Dr. Angell of Bentley Veterinary Services eases your mind by giving pointers on how to have a successful kidding season.
Dr. Angell's practice
http://betleyveterinarypractice.com
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Feb 6, 2023
The Lucky*Star Stamp with Judi and Don Hoy!
You'll notice a trend with the show lately. Building a type. Thats because creating a type competitive in the parlor and show ring is the key to success and Don and Judi Hoy of Lucky*Star Farm are some of the best in the country at doing so. Find out how that black with tan or chocolate trim lamancha look came to be their moniker. They both share insight on how they created their type, fun stories and fond memories in this episode!
Lucky Star Farm
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Jan 30, 2023
Fine Tuning Our Operations
Every year when you're feeding kids, daily chores or any other projects, at some point you think "how can I make this easier on myself". This episode Jon and Danielle think just that and voice out their operational changes to make life easier for this coming year. Whether it's gates that need better latches or a multi goat stand, listen in to how they are going to make those changes.
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Jan 23, 2023
50+ Years Of Dairy Goats With Jennifer Bice!!
When you're asked what herd is one of the longest standing herds in the ADGA, one of the first herds to come to mind is Redwood Hill Farm! This week Jon and Danielle are joined by Jennifer Bice of Redwood Hill Farm. Listen to this episode for the history book as Jennifer tells some stories and drops some knowledge.
Redwood Hills Farm
https://www.facebook.com/redwoodhillherdCapracopia
https://redwoodhillfarm.org/
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Jan 16, 2023
Embryo Transfers and IVF With Sara Koehn-Walberg of Blissberry Dairy Goats
This week Danielle is joined by Sara Koehn-Walberg owner of Blissberry Dairy Goats to talk about their use and experiences with Embryo Transfers and In Vitro Fertilization. Sara has been using these techniques since the beginning so ya know it's an episode filled with a lot of hands-on knowledge and expertise.
Blissberry Dairy Goats
https://www.facebook.com/BlissberryGoats
http://www.blissberry.com
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Jan 9, 2023
Starting Fresh With Emily DiMichele Of Drewem Dairy Goats
Jon and Danielle take the opportunity this week to delve into the thought of what it would be like to leave a herd and start your own on your terms. Well.... Emily DiMichele did just that. For her second appearance on the show, Danielle and Jon ask her important questions when starting a new herd and Emily graciously let them know what her experience was like. This is another great episode you won't want to miss.
Drewem Dairy Goats
https://www.drewemnigerians.com/?fbclid=IwAR1QtE8r_3mYdrUO_hZUs9QuAgFfBfCBGy-ZMDQZa0ZvfF_r1-0gGk4_hwA
https://www.facebook.com/drewemnigerians
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Jan 2, 2023
Setting Goals For A New Year
Danielle and Jon ring in the new year by setting goals. Every program should make attainable goals to meet every year to keep their program productive. Listen in as they benchmark this year, next year and five years down the road for not only their programs but also the podcast!
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Dec 26, 2022
Culling Hive Mind Part 2 Ft. Grace Toy and Dr. Kirt Schnipke
This week, we continue with part 2 of the culling series with Grace Toy and Dr. Kirt Schnipke! Kirt and Grace talk about culling bucks and proving them out, which is easier, General appearance or mammary systems and so on. You won't want to miss this episode if you're serious about culling. This is THE resource you've been waiting for!
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Hops N Lops Farm | Facebook
https://hopsnlopsfarm.com/
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Dec 19, 2022
Culling Hive Mind Part 1 Ft. Dr. Kirt Schnipke and Grace Toy
The Ringside crew has had episodes about culling, but in part 1 of this 2 part series, they'll be going even more in depth. Listen in as Grace Toy of Hops N Lops Farma and Dr. Kirt Schnipke weigh in on how they decide which animals get to stay and which ones get to go!!
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Hops N Lops Farm - Hops N Lops Farm | Facebook
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Dec 12, 2022
Santa's Little Helpers
With the holiday season here, the Ringside team helps you navigate items that your favorite goat person may have on their wish list! Whether it's a small item, big item, gift baskets or experiences, we have you covered.
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Dec 5, 2022
Finding The Right Type With Trinity Malmanis
Having trouble with the ADGA Scorecard to evaluate your goats? Not a problem! This week Jon and Danielle are joined by Trinity Malmanis of Goat-San Dairy Goats, who also happens to be the chair of the type committee with ADGA. She'll go through the sections of the scorecard and help you navigate the ins and outs of the scorecard!
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Nov 28, 2022
Ultrasounding Goats with Raina Gover!
Have you thought about adding an ultrasound machine to your goat tool kit? Need tips on how to do it better? Don't know where to find a good one or even where to start? Don't worry! On this episode Raina Gover has you covered. Listen in as she gives tips and tricks and everything in between to help be successful at ultrasounding your goats!
Wine Valley Farm
https://winevalleyfarm.wixsite.com/farm/veterinary-ultrasounds
http://winevalleyfarm.wixsite.com/farm
https://www.facebook.com/winevalleyfarm
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Nov 21, 2022
Ringside Gets Judgy!
On this week's episode the gang reads some stories from the internet that are almost too crazy to believe. Listen in as Danielle and Jon weigh in on these insanely funny stories!
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Nov 14, 2022
Goat Wives Of Chubb E Acres! Ft. Sam Stokes and Dr. Melissa Holahan!
Jon and Danielle are joined by Sam Stokes and Dr. Melissa Holahan of Chubb E Acres Farm LLC. Find out about these personable and dynamic ladies as they talk about their passion for their herd, mobile vet consulting business, 4H club, buying spotlight sale animals and everything in between! You won't want to miss this excellent episode!!
http://www.caprineandewe.com
http://www.chubbeacresfarm.com
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Nov 7, 2022
Hot Button Topics (Fall Edition)
This week Danielle and Jon hash out some of those topics that cause debate! Since it's breeding season for most breeders, as such they focus on topics encompassing the boys (and girls) of fall! check out Ringside's new merch at https://www.dairygoatpodcast.com/merch/p/im-discussing-goats-tumbler
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Oct 24, 2022
We Are Family! The Duong Family of CA Blackberry's Herd!!
This week is all about a family and their successes in and out of the ring with their dairy goats!! Meet Thanh, Liz, Winny and Belle Duong of CA Blackberry's herd of Nubians and Nigerian Dwarf Goats. Listen in as we discuss their National Champion, Showmanship in gas station parking lots, amazing DJing skills and everything in between. This family is the epitome of how raising goats as a family should be. You won't want to miss it!
https://www.facebook.com/CABlackberrys
http://www.cablackberrys.com
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Oct 17, 2022
Let's Get Spicy... Recapping The 2022 ADGA Annual Convention!
This week Danielle and Jon don't hold back discussing serious topics from the 2022 Annual Convention in Syracuse NY. They discuss how their weeks went and what topics at the Board of Directors meeting got their hearts racing!
http://www.dairygoatpodcast.com
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Oct 10, 2022
Ringside LIVE! Featuring John Hall of Beekman 1802!
This week Danielle and Jon are recording live from the 2022 ADGA Annual Convention in Syracuse NY. They sit down with the crowd to interview John Hall aka Farmer John of Beekman 1802. Find out how he helped the Beekman Boys with producing the milk for their products and some fun reality tv stories!
http://www.dairygoatpodcast.com
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Oct 3, 2022
What Makes A Strong Doe Line?
Have you ever wondered what it means when someone says so and so animal is from their best doe/dam line? Do you know what makes a strong dam line? Listen in on what Danielle and Jon think best describes what a strong dam line is to them and if they think they have it in their respective herds.
http://www.dairygoatpodcast.com
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Sep 28, 2022
The Spotlight Shines On!!! Part 3
It's here, the finale of the Spotlight Sale extravaganza! We saved three awesome interviews for last. You won't want to miss this one!!
https://convention.adga.org/spotlight-sale/
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Sep 28, 2022
The Spotlight Shines On!!! Part 2
Fall has arrived! Bucks are in rut the leaves are changing which means one thing... well many things.. but in this particular instance it means the ADGA Spotlight Sale is right around the corner!! Thinking about adding some beautiful animals to your herd? Listen in as Jon and Danielle discuss lots 8-10 with their owners.
https://convention.adga.org/spotlight-sale/
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Sep 26, 2022
The Spotlight Shines On!! Part 1
Fall has arrived and with it the smell of bucks in rut, the changing of the leaves, that must mean the ADGA Spotlight Sale is right around the corner!! Thinking about adding a new animal of amazing quality to your herd? You might want to listen in as we talk to the owners of Lot 1-7 animals of the 2022 Spotlight Sale!
https://convention.adga.org/spotlight-sale/
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Sep 19, 2022
Bellhurst Dairy Goats with Carly Santangelo
We don't count dairy goats in our barn... either does Carly Santangelo of Bellhurst Dairy Goats! Listen in as Danielle and Jon learn about Carly's story with her herd. Buying goats from historic herds and making them her own. We also learn about Carly's spotlight sale animal Roeburn's Andreas Moet! You won't want to miss this episode.
check out Carly's herd here
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057219739774
https://www.bellhurstfarmcreamery.com/
https://convention.adga.org/roeburns-andreas-moet/
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Sep 12, 2022
Utilizing ADGA Genetics with Gene Dershewitz
Danielle and Jon are joined by ADGA Genetic's creator Gene Dershewitz. Gene, a long time French Alpine breeder of the herd name Missdee's tells them about his herd, the history of ADGA genetics and the program's useful tools! You won't want to miss this episode.,
http://www.dairygoatpodcast.com
http://www.adgagenetics.org
https://missdeesalpines.farm/
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Sep 5, 2022
Prepare For The Worst... Hope For The Best
Danielle and Jon think about preparedness. Are you prepared for emergency situations? Listen in as they discuss simple ideas to be prepared and share a story from a listener about an active shooter incident they had at their county fair.
http://www.dairygoatpodcast.com
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Aug 30, 2022
Penside At Our County Fair!
Danielle and Jon sit penside after a week long stay at their county fair! sit down with them and hear about the drink of the night, a successful show week and more!!
http://www.dairygoatpodcast.com
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Aug 23, 2022
I Want To Breed The Very Best
This week Jon and Danielle dive into how they make breeding decisions. They use some of their animals as examples.
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Aug 15, 2022
Ready....Set....Breeding Season!!!
Have you finished your breeding schedule for your herd? Do you know who you're breeding this year? Need some insight on how others choose which does get bred? Well tune in and find out the how's and why's that Danielle and Jon use to breed their animals.
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Aug 8, 2022
Put The CH In Champion!
What are the steps to get a pending champion in your barn? Find out this week as Danielle and Jon explain how it works and explain why you're seeing more pending champions in the ring than you have before.
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Aug 1, 2022
Photography Tips with Grace Toy!
Need tips on how to photograph your goats to show them off in their best light? Grace Toy of Hops N Lops Farm joins us to give her tips to get those great pictures. Grace has been the photographer of NAILE and many local shows.
(1) Hops N Lops Farm | Facebook
Home (hopsnlopsfarm.com)
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Jul 25, 2022
We Have Something To Say.....
This week's episode is brought to you by the number 9,000. Danielle and Jon weigh on and current ADGA issues. Once the dust settles, they move into their topic, Skills needed to be a successful dairy goat farmer.
http://www.dairygoatpodcast.com
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Jul 18, 2022
Guardians of The Galax..HERD! LGD's with Ashley Clement-Clark!
On this episode, Jon and Danielle are joined by Ashley Clement-Clark of Exponential Blessings Farm and Heidi to talk about Livestock Guardian Dogs. Ashley Clement-Clark breaks down what makes a good working dog and if your farm is capable of using one.
Home (ebfarmgoats.com)
E.B. Farm Goats | Facebook
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Jul 14, 2022
Input/Output: Get Results By What You Put Into Your Goats
This week Danielle and Jon discuss ADGA news. Once past the craziness they focus on the main topic which is Input/Output. What does that mean? Well tune in and find out!
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Jul 2, 2022
We Survived The ADGA National Show 2022!
After a long week in Harrisburg PA, Danielle and Jon sit down to reflect on their week at the ADGA National Show.
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Jun 20, 2022
Genetic Testing With Dr. Fauna Smith
This week Danielle and Jon are joined by Dr. Fauna Smith of Wingwood Farm. Fauna is not only a veterinarian but she is also the committee chair of ADGA's Genetic Advancement committee. She graciously joined your hosts to talk about DNA testing, Genetic testing and everything in between.
Wingwood Farm | Facebook
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Jun 17, 2022
Multiple Day Shows... What You'll Need
To finish out Dairy Goat Awareness Week, Danielle and Jon go over Jon's wife Tierney's list of things you'll need for shows that are multiple days. Whether it's a two day show or week long show, this list will have you covered. Pink boxers cost how much?!!
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Jun 16, 2022
What's In A Herd Name?
National Dairy Goat Awareness Week continues! Have you ever wondered how some herds get their names? Every herd has its story, and every name is different than the next. Find out from some past guests on how they got their herd names.
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Jun 15, 2022
Youth of Dairy Goats With Alicia Bohren!
Day 3 of Dairy Goat Awareness Week is focused on Youth in the Dairy Goat World. Our guest Alicia Bohren is the ADGA Youth Representative this year and is telling some fun stories in her time as a youth in ADGA and also what she's learned along the way and what the ADGA youth programs have to offer!
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Jun 14, 2022
Keeping It 100! Question and Answer Special!!
Day 2 of Dairy Goat Awareness Week continues with Ringside's 100th episode! Jon and Danielle asked the community to submit questions to be answered and boy did the community bring some fun questions and some doozies too! Thank you everyone for being a part of this awesome community. Nothing but love from us!
www.dairygoatpodcast.com
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Jun 13, 2022
AGvocacy With Sandra Coffman
Danielle and Jon sit down with Sandra Coffman co-owner of Split Creek Farm to talk about AGvocacy. Why is it important to educate the public about agriculture and farming? Find out how Sandra bridges the gap of agriculture to the public this week!
Split Creek Farm Grade A Goat Dairy owned by Jessica Bell and Sandra Coffman in Anderson, South Carolina
Split Creek Farm | Facebook
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Jun 11, 2022
Dairy Goat Awareness Week Teaser
Get ready for Dairy Goat Awareness Week starting Monday!!!
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Jun 6, 2022
Showmanship Part 2 with Dr. Kirt Schnipke
With Showmanship competitions on the horizon, we bring back Dr. Kirt Schnipke of Ober-Boerd Dairy Goats to discuss ways to propel yourself to the front of the class. The doctor is in and we're ready to learn about becoming a master showman!
index (oberboerd.com)
RINGSIDE NATIONALS PRE-ORDER — Ringside: An American Dairy Goat Podcast
JT3-9.pdf (adga.org)
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May 30, 2022
Year End Review... A Kidding Season To Remember?
This week, Jon and Danielle review their kidding seasons. Things learned, successes, failures and everything in between. Tune in this week and find out what the next couple weeks will look like for the show!
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May 23, 2022
National Show Masterclass With Trinity Malmanis
The ADGA National Show is right around the corner! It's time for a discussion on how to prepare your animals, yourself, and everything in between! Who better than Trinity Malmanis of Goat San Dairy Goats? Trinity has many National Show accolades under her belt including National Champions, class winner etc. If you plan to attend a national show with your animals, you won't want to miss this episode.
Welcome Home - Goat-San (goatsan.com)
Goat-San Dairy Goats | Facebook
ADGA National Show - The Premier Dairy Goat Show
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May 16, 2022
Hot Button Topics
This week Jon and Danielle cover some ADGA news, BUT the real Hot Button issues are discussed in the topic of this episode. Ugly bucks vs. pretty bucks, using over height bucks, pulling animals from a show after they earn a dry leg or finish permanent championship. It gets a little heated or controversial on this episode. Just know, everyone is entitled to have their own opinions on any topic, these just happen to be some of ours.
Ringside: An American Dairy Goat Podcast
Postal Ballot Summary 2022 - American Dairy Goat Association - ADGA
Forms - ADGA National Show
Store — Ringside: An American Dairy Goat Podcast
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May 9, 2022
Eenie Meenie Miney Mo? Deciding Which Kids to Retain
How do you choose which doe kids or buck kids should be retained each year? Danielle and Jon discuss that very topic and you might be surprised by their answers!
Ringside: An American Dairy Goat Podcast
Store — Ringside: An American Dairy Goat Podcast
Ringside Podcast (@ringsidepodcast) TikTok | Watch Ringside Podcast's Newest TikTok Videos
Ringside: Dairy Goat Podcast (@ringside_goat_podcast) • Instagram photos and videos
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May 2, 2022
Judges Training Conferences with Anna Thompson-Hadjik, Emily Thompson and Ashley Scheel
This week Danielle and Jon want to talk about the ADGA Judges Pre- Training Conferences, Training Conferences. Who better than the Co-Chairs of the committee Anna Thompson Hadjik and Emily Thompson? They're also joined by Ashley Scheel as she is coordinating the conference in Wisconsin through the Wisconsin Dairy Goat Association. The event takes place June 17-19 follow the links for more information. Tune in as this panel of knowledge reveal what goes into a judges' conference. Do you think you've got what it takes?
WDGA Special Judges Pre-Training Conference & Training Conference 2022 | Facebook
Wisconsin Dairy Goat Association (wdga.org)
Wisconsin Dairy Goat Association | Facebook
ADGA-Guidebook-2022-online-version.pdf
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Apr 25, 2022
Diversifying Genetics Through Importing ft. Alex Berry And Kylie Hopkins
We travel to Australia this week, ok not really but Danielle and Jon sit down with Kylie Hopkins and Alex Berry who call Australia home. Alex and Kylie have significantly improved their own herds by utilizing genetic from the US by importing semen and embryos. Find out on this episode the process they take and how it's helping shape herds in Australia.
Down udder farms & Banfield park Dairy goats | Facebook
Dairy goats, milk soap, pork (@datadoo_anglo_nubians) • Instagram photos and videos
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Apr 18, 2022
Seeing Stars! Getting Your Herd On Milk Test!
Jon and Danielle are back and there's been a lot going on on their individual farms since the last time you heard about them. Join the dynamic duo as they also talk about the ins and outs of milk testing. How to sign up, what all those crazy codes mean and everything in between.
www.dairygoatpodcast.com
www.dairygoatpodcast.com/merch
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Apr 11, 2022
"Great Job Dan! Keep It Up!" Dan Laney And His Nepal Project!
We all know this guest and if you don't, you'll wish that you do. Dan Laney is a judge for the ADGA and has judged on the National level. He has bred many successful dairy goats and has taken on his very own passion project with Worldwide Goat Project Nepal. Tune in as Jon and Danielle have the pleasure to hear Dan's story about how he got into dairy goats and how his project is changing lives across the globe!
Worldwide Goat Project Nepal — KALIMANDU
Amazon.com: Nepal / USA Goat Project : Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry
Worldwide Goat Project Nepal (caprinesupply.com)
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Apr 4, 2022
Marissa Ames of Goat Journal Magazine!
On this episode, Danielle and Jon sit down with Marissa Ames, Editorial Director for Ogden Publications and Editor of Goat Journal. Listen in as Marissa weighs in on certain topics regarding the magazine and talks about her beloved San Clemente goats!
Goat Journal Magazine - Backyard Goats (iamcountryside.com)
(3) Goat Journal | Facebook
Goat Journal (@goatjournal) • Instagram photos and videos
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Mar 28, 2022
The Winning Streak Way With Emily DiMichele
Danielle and Jon had the pleasure to sit down and talk with Emily DiMichele this week. Emily is the manager of the Winning Streak Nigerians and Alpines herd in Florida. Listen in as this young lady flexes her knowledge about everything goats and how she and Donna Lavery (Owner of Winning Streak Nigerians and Alpines) breed some of the most consistent and lovely Nigerians in the country!
(1) Winning Streak Nigerians and Alpines | Facebook
(1) Winning Streak Miniatures | Facebook
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Mar 21, 2022
Transporting Goats with Ben Tarr of Tarr Valley Farm Transportation!
It's the time of year when everyone is buying goats and trying to find a way to get them home! Danielle and Jon are joined by Ben Tarr of Tarr Valley Farm Transportation where he explains how the transportation business works and how he gets the job done with A+ service!
Tarr Valley Farm Transportation | Facebook
Postal Ballot Summary 2022 - American Dairy Goat Association - ADGA
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Mar 14, 2022
Discussing Scorecard Changes and Kidding Stories With Grace Toy
This week Danielle and Jon are joined by Grace Toy of Hops N Lops Farm. Changes were made to the scorecard so they decide to break it down for everyone. Jon starts kidding season today so we discuss some hard kiddings and fun stories of the past. Danielle and Jon announce their podcast website while recording for Grace to see!
Check it out at www.dairygoatpodcast.com
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National Show Schedule - ADGA National Show
ADGA Shows Scorecard - American Dairy Goat Association - ADGA
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Mar 7, 2022
Mark Baden And The 40 Trifecta
This week Danielle and Jon welcome Mark Baden of Olentangy Alpines. Mark discusses his "40 trifecta" the measurements of the mammary system regarding Linear Appraisal scores that create the ideal udder. Thank you Mark Baden for coming on to the show. Listeners won't want to miss this episode.
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Feb 28, 2022
Kidding Season: Work Smarter Not Harder
With kidding season already occurring for some and right around the corner for others, Danielle and Jon share their tips to make kidding season more bearable. Hint, it may involve wine.
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Feb 21, 2022
Going Commercial with Stephanie Millberg Rovey
This week Jon and Danielle are joined by Stephanie Millberg Rovey of Grande Ronde Dairy. Find out how Stephanie got her commercial dairy going and her successes at the 2021 ADGA National Show!
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Feb 14, 2022
Box of Chocolates
Danielle and Jon are like flava flav circa flava of love this week by giving their insight on each breed, pros and cons. Find out if their opinions align with yours. This week is also the first episode with Nate's Feed Bag segment. you won't want to miss it!
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Feb 7, 2022
On Call With Dairy Goat Vet Dr. Katie Jackson DVM
On this episode, Jon and Danielle take the podcast to the vet with Dr. Katie Jackson DVM. Dr. Katie is a large animal vet who specializes in small ruminants. Dr. Katie breeds Oberhasli and Experimental goats and is a licensed ADGA judge! We ask Dr. Katie some questions regarding health, worming, and feeding of goats. You won't want to miss this episode!
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Jan 31, 2022
Meet Your New Co-Host!
This week Jon is joined by his new co-host. They discuss ADGA news and events. Listen in as the new co-host is introduced to you the listener and find out about their background in dairy goats!
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Jan 24, 2022
This Isn't Goodbye, It's See Ya Later
This week's topic may come as a shock, but sometimes the best decisions are the ones that are the toughest
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Jan 17, 2022
Quarantine With The Kain's
This week Jon is joined by his wife Tierney Kain to discuss their anticipations for 2022. Join them as they discuss ADGA news, quarantine, coming up kidding season and show season!
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Jan 3, 2022
Take Your Herd To The Next Level
The guys have gotten quite a few questions about how to take your herd to the next level in the show ring. Nate and Jon discuss how they've been able to make decisions that resulted in success in the show ring.
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Dec 27, 2021
Lessons Learned From Past Kidding Seasons
This week the guys reach into the feed bag and answer a tough question. They also talk about lessons they have learned from past kidding seasons, good and bad.
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Dec 20, 2021
We're Dreaming Of A Goat Christmas....
Do you have a goat person you need to buy a special present for? Need idea's for your own wish list? The guys have you covered as they dream up some present idea's for that special dairy goat enthusiast in your life.
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Dec 13, 2021
Convention Classes and Workshops With DaNelle Wolford!
DaNelle Wolford of the youtube channel Weed Em & Reap attended her first ADGA Convention this year! DaNelle took full advantage of convention taking multiple classes and workshops to expand her education of dairy goats! Tune in on this one! DaNelle is always a pleasure to have on! We have linked DaNelle's blog about convention and the class notes here in the description!
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Dec 6, 2021
When You're Up You're Down... The Woes Of Breeding Season
this week the guys reach into the feed bag to answer a hot button question. Breeding season is still going on in some herds and Jon and Nate are no different. It can be frustrating, tune in as the guys weigh in on the wind being taken out of their sails due to an extended breeding season.
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Nov 29, 2021
Pack Goats With Marc Warnke
This week the guys explore the benefits of using pack goats and how Marc Warnke got his start and climbed to the summit of the sport with his pack goats!http://www.packgoats.com
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Nov 25, 2021
For You The Listeners We're Thankful
Surprise! Happy Thanksgiving everyone! We appreciate you all! Be safe, eat well, have fun!
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Nov 22, 2021
Judges Are People Too With Ashley Scheel
Ever wonder how judges deal with seeing other dairy goats on their assignments and then return home to compare their animals to them? Want a judge's perspective? We have it this week as the guys are joined by Ashley Scheel of A-K Acres!
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Nov 15, 2021
More Than Conventional
This week the boys are excited to talk about the ADGA National Convention in Tucson, Arizona. What a great week for ADGA to get back to normal with the ever so coveted spotlight sale and BOD meeting among all the awesome workshops. Tune in!
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Nov 8, 2021
Capralite's New Co-Owner Jason Porter
Thinking about adding a new milk machine to your parlor? Jason Porter co-owner of Capralite may have the products for you.. Find out how Jason and his wife got started in Capralite and where they plan to take it.
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Nov 1, 2021
New Kid On The Block with Brett Armstrong
Sometimes it's refreshing to hear the perspective of someone new to anything you do. This week we did just that by welcoming Brett Armstrong of Padgett Brook Farm to pick his brain on how his first year of breeding dairy goats and showing them has gone.
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Oct 25, 2021
Things That Go Bump In The Night!
Predator's can be a real issue on any farm, whether you're in the suburbs or way out in the boonies, predators are a thing. What do the guys do to curb predators on their farm? Find out this week!
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Oct 18, 2021
Grow Goats The Majenli Way! Featuring Don George
Many have asked for Don George and Terri Sines to come back on the show explain how they grow their goats to the best of their potential. This week we have guest speaker Don George on the show to do just that! Don't miss this informational episode!
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Oct 11, 2021
The 80/40 LB "Rule"
What is the threshold a breeder should have for breeding junior goats under a year of age? Find out this week as the guys describe what works best for them and what they see works for other breeders across the country.
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Oct 4, 2021
Old Trusty... Or New And Snazzy With Kirt Schnipke
The guys welcome Kirt Schnipke from Ober-Boerd Dairy Goats as they explore the purpose of using "Old Dead Guys" (bucks from the past via artificial insemination) instead of bucks that are currently living. Kirt, Nate and Jon then discuss what their parameters are for a buck to be collected in their herds.
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Sep 27, 2021
I Have Reservations...
On this episode Jon is joined by guest host Danielle Carolei as they discuss putting in reservations for new goats and what to ask and look for when doing so.
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Sep 20, 2021
How 'Bout Those Guernseys With Joan Stump
What an exciting episode the guys have for you this week. Jon and Nate welcome Joan Stump of Stump Hollow Farm. Joan not only breeds beautiful Guernsey goats, but she was also one of the cavaliers that helped get Guernseys recognized by the ADGA. Listen in as we learn more about the breed and Joan's history with them.
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Sep 13, 2021
bioSHOWcurity
How do you try to prevent any ick that can be caught from one goat to the next when exhibiting at shows? Find out this week as the guys talk about preventative measures to try to keep biosecurity intact when exhibiting at numerous shows throughout the year
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Sep 6, 2021
Patience Young Grasshopper!
The guys dig into the Feed Bag and make a topic out of a thought provoking question. "how do you remain patient with your breeding program if your animals aren't performing well in the show ring?" Jon and Nate try their best to answer this question as best they can.
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Aug 30, 2021
Fair Week With The Kain's
Jon welcome's wife Tierney this week as they recap their week at their county fair and give some pointers on how to make exhibiting at a county fair easier.
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Aug 23, 2021
Feel The Burn
Do you ever get to a point through the year where you feel burnt out? Don't worry, you're not alone. Listen in as Nate and Jon talk about burn out and what they do when they get burnt out from dairy goat farming.
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Aug 16, 2021
Proving Out Those Bucks
This week Jon and Nate introduce a new segment called the Feed Bag where the guys answer a couple questions from listeners that have written in. The main topic for this episode is what a Proven buck is in the guy's minds. Everyone has their own idea of what a proven buck is, hear what the guys think about it.
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Aug 8, 2021
Planning Out Breeding Schedules with Cohost Danielle Carolei Guest Starring Grace Toy
This week Nate and Cohost Danielle Carolei welcome Grace Toy to discuss how they start planning their breeding schedules/pairings/breeding season.
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Jul 26, 2021
National Show Week!
The ADGA National Show has concluded, Nate and Jon recap the week, read off the breed winners for the junior and senior show and talk about plans for next year in Harrisburg PA!
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Jul 19, 2021
A Year Of Podcasting! What A Year It's Been!
This episode marks the one year anniversary of the podcast! Jon and Nate celebrate by discussing going to a show or bust! Really this episode is a back and forth between the guys reminiscing about the year they've had and wishing they were at the ADGA National Show this week! Thank You everyone for tuning in every week with us, without you it would be just two guys recording their conversations with nobody to listen.
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Jul 12, 2021
Recapping A Show Weekend
The guys relax and recap their weekend at the Progressive Dairy Goat Club Champagne Classic. Nate and Jon talk about ADGA news, Oberhasli and Alpine District Breed Specialties and wild roosters, mean does, morning serenading and nubians on the run! Join them as they reminisce about the long and fun show!
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Jul 5, 2021
DaNelle Wolford of Weed'em & Reap
On this 50th episode of Ringside, Jon and Nate welcome DaNelle Wolford of Weed'em & Reap. DaNelle has a successful YouTube Channel and Blog showing her audience how she cares for and breeds her Nigerian Dwarf Goats and token Nubian Luna. DaNelle and her family have a small farm in the suburbs of Arizona raising their goats, a kunekune pig and various poultry. Join us as we ask DaNelle about her newly found love for showing her goats and DaNelle turns the tables on us and asks us some questions from her viewers.
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Jun 28, 2021
Chickadee Farm Nigerian's Emily Crocker
This week Jon and Nate sit down and chat with Emily Crocker of Chickadee Farm Nigerian's from the great state of Maine! Emily and husband Zac are newer breeders, but don't let that discourage you, in Emily's short time of breeding she's found some success and has developed her eye and style quickly!
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Jun 21, 2021
Our Better Halves
Jon and Nate welcome their better halves this week, Jon's wife Tierney Kain and Nate's wife Jennifer Funk. They discuss keeping herd numbers trim, their farming backgrounds and more!
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Jun 14, 2021
The 10th Goat
This week Nate and Jon explain the situation we've all been in, bringing a goat that has a dry leg or a pending permanent champion in order to sanction the breed at a show. They also talk about their weekend at the New York State Dairy Goat Breeders Association State Show. One of them is a snow white in the morning, the other? Perhaps more of a Grumpy of the seven dwarfs.
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Jun 6, 2021
Preparing For Nationals with Vanessa Mills and Brandi Giachino
On this week's episode, Nate and Jon welcome special guests Vanessa Mills of the Luvruc herd and Brandi Giachino of the Vanjust herd. We sit down and talk about preparing yourself, your herd and your sanity for the ADGA National Show. Want to know about entries, how many goats will be manageable, set up, wheeling and dealing semen (buck semen of course)... well then this is the episode for you!!
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May 30, 2021
Good Sportsmanship Is Important
On this week's epsiode Nate and Jon discuss ADGA national show news and the awesome show week Jon had. They also discuss the importance of having good sportsmanship inside and outside the ring. Remember we need to treat everyone with kindness and dignity, Especially those who are new to our community. Happy Memorial Day!!
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May 23, 2021
The Importance Of Quality Feed With Laura Kieser!
This week Jon and Nate are joined by Laura Kieser of For Seasons Farm in Minnesota. Laura breeds Saanens and focuses on quality forage and grain to help manage her herd. Laura also works for a company that tests forage, hay, grain etc in order to get the best results out of the feed you have available.
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May 17, 2021
The Hangover After A Show Day
This week Nate and Jon are joined by Jennifer Funk as they discuss ADGA news and their awesome weekend at yet another show! Tears may have been shed during this episode but with those tears comes plenty of laughter.
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May 10, 2021
The Dust Settles And The Guys Relax
After a hectic weekend of showing, the boys sit back and reflect on their weekend at the buck show! See how their weekend goes and listen in as they wind down after the dust has settled.
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May 4, 2021
The Calm Before The Storm: Prepping Your Goats For A Show
This week Jon and Nate record late, discuss ADGA news as always and take on the task of explaining what they do to prepare their goats for a goat show.
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Apr 25, 2021
Showmanship With Julie Matthys and Kirt Schnipke
On this week's episode, Nate and Jon welcome Julie Matthys of Mint*Leaf and Kirt Schnipke of Ober-Boerd Dairy Goats! We take some time to discuss ADGA news and move right on to Showmanship. What is showmanship and how is it used in the ring? Julie and Kirt are here to explain it to you and who better than two ADGA judges that happen to have judged showmanship at national show!
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Apr 17, 2021
Let's Put On A Show (With Guest Host Danielle Carolei)
This week Jon is joined by Danielle Carolei of King's Rock Farm. Jon and Danielle discuss ADGA news and how to start your own ADGA dairy goat show start to finish!
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Apr 11, 2021
Raising Kids Start To Finish Part 2
This week, Nate and Jon wrap up their thoughts on how they give kids the best foundation they can by raising them the best way they know how. The guys also discuss this week's ADGA news.
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Apr 4, 2021
Raising Kids Start To Finish Part 1
this week Jon and Nate discuss ADGA news and how they particularly raise their goat kids, In the midst of recording Jon's cat gets in a fight with something, find out on this weeks episode of Ringside: An American Dairy Goat Podcast! HAPPY EASTER ALL!
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Mar 28, 2021
Next Gen- Frustrations, Concerns, Ideas... The Guys Try To Talk It Out
This Episode, Nate and Jon discuss the weeks they've had on their farms. They talk about Linear Appraisal with ADGA and discuss their thoughts on the Next Gen "NG" system for ADGA. Like most of the registry the guys are frustrated, concerned and have a few ideas to perhaps help. We hear our listeners and want to help be your voice when it comes to these legitimate issues.
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Mar 21, 2021
Mentors and Mentoring (Wax On, Wax Off)
On this episode, Jon takes the week off? Nate takes the helm and is joined by Jennifer Funk of Half Barn Farm and Jessica Miller of Gardenview Farm. They discuss the importance of having a mentor, mentoring others and did Jessica say she milk tested a million goats today?!
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Mar 14, 2021
Thinking Spring! Getting Those Goats On Green Grass!
This week Jon and Nate share what's new on their farms along with ADGA news. As spring nears ever so closer the guys start thinking about green, lush grass and talk about what they prefer on their farms... pasture rotation, dry lots, buck pens, fly predators and much more.
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Mar 7, 2021
What's In The BOX?!
On this episode Nate and Jon talk about the struggles of kidding season for Nate while Jon is anticipating for his to start. We discuss what we bring to a show to help us be prepared.
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Mar 4, 2021
A Mid-Week Episode?!!
Jon and Nate sit down after their work days to play with their new podcast editing and publishing software. Enjoy this short episode as the guys figure everything out and get to play with the ADGA NG site live!!!
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Feb 28, 2021
Ease Your Mind With DNA
This episode Nate and Jon talk about what’s going on on their farm, ADGA news and that hot topic in the dairy goat community DNA typing
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Feb 21, 2021
We Go A Bit Ober-Boerd with Kirt Schnipke
This week Jon and Nate welcome Kirt Schnipke of Ober-Boerd Dairy Goats! Kirt has a well accomplished herd of Oberhasli, Saanens and a LaMancha. Join us as we discuss line breeding, culling, developing an eye and more!
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Feb 14, 2021
Expect The Unexpected
In this episode Nate and Jon eventually get to the topic which is setting those expectations before entering the ring. A ribbon isn’t a guarantee. Happy Belated Birthday Nate!
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Feb 7, 2021
Scott’s Tots! Grace Toy of Hops N Lops Farm!
On this episode Nate and Jon interview Grace Toy of Hops N Lops Farm from Connecticut. Grace breeds gorgeous Nubians, Saanens and LaMancha. She’s a judge and Social Media ninja.
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Jan 31, 2021
Filling Those Reservations
It’s kidding season and with that comes the decision to sell or buy kids. What’s Nate and Jon’s process for filling those reservations? Find out this week!
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Jan 23, 2021
The One Where We Went Off The Rails
On this weeks episode Jon and Nate welcome Nate’s better half Jennifer and Garden View Farm’s Jessica Miller to discuss kidding season! There’s also a surprise guest that any of our long time listeners should know! This is a long one but a fun one! Enjoy!!
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Jan 17, 2021
Haycreek Farm’s Morgan Allen And The 3 Strike Rule!
This week Nate and Jon welcome Morgan Allen of Haycreek Farm onto the show! Morgan is a long time Oberhasli and Recorded Grade breeder who also has a few Alpine. Morgan runs a small commercial dairy with her husband Keith and family. Let’s find out what draws Morgan to the Oberhasli breed on this weeks episode!
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Jan 10, 2021
We Bring The News And Discuss Show Shenanigans!
On this episode Nate and Jon discuss all the news going on in ADGA... there’s a lot so buckle up. They also discuss past show shenanigans.
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Jan 3, 2021
ADGA’s President And Longtime Breeder Ken Feaster-Eytchison
Nate and Jon enjoy a morning conversation with Ken Feasted-Eychison of Odeon Ranch. Ken raises Sables, a token Nubian and also heads the ADGA as the President. Ken’s passion for dairy goats and people shines through in this interview. You won’t want to miss it.
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Dec 27, 2020
Maintaining Those Big Bred Does
Happy Holidays! On this episode Jon and Nate discuss the maintenance of bred does.
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Dec 20, 2020
Anna Thompson Hajdik Is Legendairy When It Comes To Toggs!
This week Jon and Nate speak with Anna Thompson Hajdik of Kara Kahl farm and her Legendairy Purebred Toggenburgs. Anna is a Director, Judge and all around awesome person to sit down with and talk about dairy goats!
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Dec 13, 2020
Ethics Class 101 Buying and Selling
This week Nate and Jon touch on ADGA news from the registry and within the community. They also give their insight on how to find ethical breeders to buy from and how to be an ethical breeder yourself.
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Dec 6, 2020
Welbian Farm’s Donna Pearce!
On this episode Nate and Jon talk with an awesome friend and breeder Donna Pearce of Welbian Farm! This is an awesome episode filled with great information and laughter. Enjoy!
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Nov 29, 2020
Culling Has A Purpose?
This week Nate and Jon talk about culling. How can culling within your herd have positive or negative outcomes? Find out now!
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Nov 22, 2020
Butting heads... American VS Purebred debate
In this episode Nate and Jon give their takes on the American vs Purebred debate. They also give thanks to not only the community but YOU the listener.
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Nov 15, 2020
Hoofprint Cheese Company’s Katelyn Massarone Foley
In this episode Nate and Jon interview Katelyn Massarone Foley of Hoofprint Cheese Company. We discuss how she got started running her dairy with her husband Brendan, and some of the challenges operating it.
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Nov 8, 2020
Winter Is Coming
This week Nate and Jon discuss how they prepare for winter (if that’s possible) and they’re practices to keep their herds warm and healthy
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Nov 1, 2020
Wrapping Up Breeding Season
Jon and Nate discuss their week, the “end” of breeding season, what excites them about their breedings and the future of their herds.
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Oct 25, 2020
What to expect when farming with a baby with special guest Toni Thompson
This week Nate and Jon are joined by Toni Thompson of Tappahanna Creek Farm as we discuss farming with a baby and kids as Jon prepares for the arrival of his first child.
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Oct 18, 2020
Annual BOD meeting Discussion
I’m this episode Nate and Jon discuss the annual ADGA board of directors annual meeting.
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Oct 11, 2020
Joanne Karohl of Dragonfly Farm
This week Jon and eventually Nate interview Joanne Karohl of Dragonfly Farm. Joanne is our first Nigerian Dwarf breeder interview and boy what a fun one this is!
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Oct 4, 2020
So you want to get dairy goats.
In this episode Nate and Jon talk about what path they took to get into dairy goats and give tips to anyone looking into starting their own herd.
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Sep 27, 2020
Majenli’s Don George
In this episode the guys talk with Don George. Terri Sines and her husband Don George breed some of the most consistent LaManchas in the country. Listen in as we pick his brain about his herd
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Sep 20, 2020
Show etiquette and pet peeves inside and outside the ring
On this episode Nate and Jon touch on their pet peeves when showing and also show etiquette tips! Pinky out when drinking your tea!
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Sep 13, 2020
How’s And Why’s Of Collecting Bucks
This week Nate and Jon talk about the fires out west and collecting bucks to put in your tank!
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Sep 6, 2020
King’s Rock’s Queen! Special Guest Danielle Carolei
Special guest Danielle Carolei joins the boys to talk about her productively beautiful Nubian and Snubians goats.
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Aug 30, 2020
“Eh...what’s up fox?”
The boys get stood up! Just kidding, plans changed so on to our topic. this week Jon and Nate y’all about buying goats to add new genetics to your herd and culling (selling) goats and why you should be objective about it.
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Aug 23, 2020
Morning Rambles (We Beat The Rooster)
This week Nate and Jon y’all about the wildfires in Vacaville CA and Castle Rock Farm, ADGA news and Fairs.
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Aug 16, 2020
Tomato Soup And Toast! Special Guests Luvruc’s Vanessa Mills and Vanjust’s Brandi Giachino
This week we speak with nationally recognized Oberhasli and Recorded Grade breeders and mother daughter duo Vanessa Mills and Brandi Giachino! We discuss national shows, spotlight sales and many other topics. Have a laugh with us and enjoy!
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Aug 9, 2020
Getting your bucks and does in a row
This week Nate and Jon talk about getting ready for breeding season and all the news from ADGA for the week.
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Aug 2, 2020
The bucks got out?!
Jon and Nate talk about how Nate got his start and created Half Barn Farm with his wife and family. ADGA news is discussed and we talk about how covid has effected the registry!
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Jul 27, 2020
Ringside an American Dairy Goat Podcast Trailer
Hey all this is just a test episode to see how it’s received. If you like it let me know and hopefully we’ll have more episodes with maybe a co host and guests!
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Jul 27, 2020
Ringside: An American Dairy Goat Podcast (Trailer)
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