Ringside: An American Dairy Goat Podcast

Send us a textAfter being declared dead last fall, the ADGA Spotlight Sale is back and it's rising with style!  This week, we're joined by Joseph Larson co-char of the Spotlight Sale committee and breeder of one of this year's featured bucks, a Toggenburg named Michael Scott?  We dive into what led to the sale's cancellation in 2024, how the committee brought it back to 2025 and what changes breeders can expect this year,  We then dive into what makes Michael Scott so special and why he'll make any Togg breeder dig into their pockets looking for big bills to spend.ADGA Spotlight SaleThis episode was sponsored by Capralite!  use code RINGSIDE5 at checkout to get 5% off your order today!We have merch!

Send us a textThis ones for the robots!  We're wrapping up Dairy Goat Awareness Week by featuring the listeners and robocop, of courseRingside is brought to you by Capralite.  Use code RINGSIDE5 at checkout to get 5% off your order today!we have merch!

Send us a textThis Dairy Goat Awareness Week special episode is all about making goats accessible and how DaNelle does it!  How does she educate the masses, how hard has she been bitten by the show bug and is she ready to retire from YouTube?  Listen in to find out!Weed 'em & ReapRingside is brought to you by Capralite!  Use code RINGSIDE5 to get 5% off your order today!We have merch!

Send us a textThis episode is an AMA full of questions submitted by our listeners, did your special question got the answer you expected?This episode was sponsored by Capralite, use code RINGSIDE5 at checkout for 5% off your order today!We have merch!

Send us a textIn this episode we're joined by Dr. Kirt Schnipke for a deep dive into the tough decisions that shape a successful breeding program.  Kirt shares his approach to selecting promising kids, knowing when to refresh your does lines, and how to evaluate bucks with a critical eye.  We talk about the emotional side of culling, why moving on from even good animals can be necessary, and how sending quality stock to new herds can strengthen the breed overall.  Whether you're making cuts or keeping with conviction this episode is all about making meaningful choices that move your herd forward.Ober-Boerd Dairy GoatsThis episode was sponsored by Capralite, use code RINGSIDE5 at checkout to get 5% off your order today!we have merch!

Send us a textIt's Dairy Goat Awareness Week and we're putting the future in focus.  This special episode, Jon and Danielle sit down with ADGA Youth Representative Belle Duong to talk about what it means to be a young leader in the dairy goat world.  Belle shares her journey in the industry, how youth programs are shaping the next generation of breeders, and what she's doing to promote dairy goats.  CA Blackberry's This episode was sponsored by Capralite use code RINGSIDE5 at checkout to get 5% off your order today!

Send us a textIn this week's episode of Ringside, we're diving deep into the feed scoop... literally!  While Jon and Danielle may not raise Nigerians themselves, they knew just who to call for expert insight, Beth Williams of Tucker Farm- Moon Station Nigerian Dwarf Goats.  As one of the top breeders in the country, Beth joins us to break down how to feed Nigerian Dwarfs for peak performance in the milk pail and show ring.  From prepping for that first local show to maintaining that champion bloom all season long, we're talking nutrition strategies, conditioning tips and the feeding mistakes you'll want to avoid.  Whether you're a seasoned breeder or just getting started this episode is filled with practical advice to help your goats shine in the spotlight.  This episode was brought to you by Capralite, head over to Capralite and use code RINGSIDE5 to get 5% off your order today.we have merch!

Send us a textEvery breeder hits that fort in the road where they have decisions to make, will they continue to just meet the bare minimum or will they go the extra mile to make their herd great?  This episode is sponsored by CAPRALITE use code RINGSIDE5 at checkout to get 5% off your order today.we have merch!

Send us a textWhether you're brand new to the goat show scene or a seasoned exhibitor, there's one thing we all need to bring to the ring, RESPECT.  In this episode of Ringside, Jon and Danielle dive into the unspoken rules of dairy goat show etiquette.  Fro touching other people's animals s(don't) to ringside trash talk, we're laying it all out with a ix of humor, real talk and a little tough love. We share our biggest show ring pet peeves, the small courtesies that make a big difference and how to be the kind of exhibitor people actually want to show next to  each other.  Whether you've broken these rules or have been the victim of them, we've all got something to learn.People aren't only watching the goats out there.This episode was sponsored by Capralite! Use code RINGSIDE5 at checkout today to receive 5% off your order!WE HAVE MERCH!Our Links

Send us a textIn this episode Dr. Anne Jones of Latte Da Dairy in Texas joins Danielle and Jon to talk about clinical and subclinical mastitis.  They talk about how it effects the udder, how to care for the udder and how to test and treat mastitis.  This episode of Ringside was sponsored by Capralite!  use code RINGSIDE5 at checkout to get 5% off your purchase today!Latte Da Dairy GoatsThe String Episode 1we have merch!