Hello Reader, In this issue, weāre covering some of the most serious and misunderstood health challenges goat owners face ā from listeriosis and Johneās disease to parasite resistance and natural worm control ā along with an inspiring look at how one farm turned extra goat milk into a unique business opportunity. You can download the episode to listen offlineāperfect if youāre out in the field with no signal. Here's how! Prefer reading? A full transcript is available too! Listeriosis in Goats...
2 days agoĀ ā¢Ā 2 min read
Hello Reader, If youāve been following our personal journey here at Antiquity Oaks for a while, you know that this farm has always been a place of production. For 24 years, weāve worked the land, milked goats, made cheese and soap, and lived deliberately by the rhythms of the seasons. But lately, Iāve been reflecting on something important. The greatest thing this farm ever grew wasnāt our organic food or our handcrafted goat milk soap. It was the profound, restorative healing that happens to...
3 days agoĀ ā¢Ā 1 min read
Hello Reader, Are your goats stomping their feet or chewing at their legs more than usual? Chorioptes mites are easy to overlook in the beginning, but untreated infestations can lead to worsening skin irritation and hair loss. Want to save money and eliminate toxins by making your own laundry detergent? You've probably seen lots of recipes and opinions online about homemade laundry detergent and maybe even horror stories such as homemade detergents ruining washing machines. After trying...
9 days agoĀ ā¢Ā 1 min read
Hello Reader, Last Tuesday, I had cataract surgery and it has taken a lot more time for my vision to recover than I expected. I was unable to check my email at all for several days and I have not been able to catch up with everything Iāve missed in the past week. If you have sent me an email in the last seven or eight days and not heard back just reply to this email to let the team know and they will make sure I see your message. The second surgery will be June 16 and in the meantime, I have...
10 days agoĀ ā¢Ā 3 min read
Hello Reader, I am writing this over the weekend because when you're reading it on Tuesday morning, I will be in cataract surgery. I'm not sure how soon my eyes will be ready to stare at a computer screen again, so if you send me a message within the next couple days, you might be hearing from one of my teammates rather than me. ššššæ Deworming goats correctly is about more than choosing the strongest product. This article explains the three main classes of dewormers, how resistance develops,...
15 days agoĀ ā¢Ā 2 min read
Hello Reader, It's been busy on the farm this past week. Last Friday, with our son-in-law's help, we planted our tomato and pepper plants as well as some onion sets. Then on Saturday, we had our first half-day meditation retreat. I'll be working through Memorial Day weekend, both on the farm and on my computer, because on Tuesday I'm having cataract surgery. One of the things I'll be working on is getting ready for our first in-person event for Goats 365 members at the end of June. š«š
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19 days agoĀ ā¢Ā 2 min read
Hello Reader, From planning a practical goat barn to knowing when kids can safely go onto pasture, these videos cover some of the most common questions goat owners have. Iām also sharing how we use electric netting for rotational grazing and what goats really need when it comes to shelter and weather protection. Don't forget to click the 'Subscribe' button below any video to stay updated with our latest releases! ā¶ Need a goat barn plan? One of our Goats 365 members asked for help planning a...
23 days agoĀ ā¢Ā 2 min read
Hello Reader, If you're raising goats or thinking about it, Johneās disease is something you need to know about. Itās highly contagious, has no cure, and can silently spread through your herd and pasture for years before symptoms appear. In this episode, Dr. Michael Pesato explains how Johneās is transmitted, diagnosed, and managed to protect your goats and your farm. Anatolian Shepherd dogs are known for their strength, independence, and deep instinct to protect livestock. This article...
26 days agoĀ ā¢Ā 2 min read
Hello Reader, Thereās something about stepping out of your usual environmentāeven for just a few hoursāthat can shift everything. This summer, weāre offering a series of small, half-day meditation retreats here at Antiquity Oaks Farm, just outside Cornell, Illinois. Theyāll be held from 9:00 a.m. to noon on the third Saturday of each month (May through August), and the first one is coming up this Saturday. These mornings are simple by design. A chance to slow down, get out of your head a bit,...
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