Ringside: An American Dairy Goat Podcast

Send us a textRaising a champion dairy goat starts long before they step into the show ring.  It begins the moment that kid hits the ground.  In this episode of Ringside we're kicking off part one of our deep dive into raising kids the right way.  From evaluating newborns for show potential to setting them up for success with proper handling.  We're covering everything you need to know about those crucial early months of that kid's life.  We have merch!our links

Send us a textIn this episode of Ringside, we sit down with Seth Loudenbeck of Loudenbeck Farms Dairy Goats LLC to explore the future of the dairy industry.  From emerging trends to the challenges and innovations shaping the field.  Seth shares valuable insights on where the industry is headed, Whether you're a seasoned breeder or just curious about the evolving commercial side of the dairy goat world, this episode offers a fascinating look at what's next to come.  Loudenbeck Farmswe have merch!

Send us a textKidding season is full of surprises- some wonderful, some downright stressful!  In this episode of Ringside, we're joined by Briana Desfosses to talk about everything from textbook deliveries to the most challenging dystocias.  We discuss the signs of trouble, when to intervene, and how to handle mispresentations, breech births, and stuck kids.  Whether you're a seasoned breeder or experiencing your first kidding season, this episode is packed with expert advice, real life stories, and practical tips to help you navigate the highs and lows of kidding.  Briana's farmFox's Pride Dairy Goatstheir farm pagehttps://www.facebook.com/foxspridedairygoats/?_rdrwe have merch!

Send us a textOnline sales are a new concept to the dairy goat world.  Last year, Cameron and Katherine Jodlowski started "the keeper pen sale" to help move dairy goats to the current century.  This year they hold their 2nd keeper pen sale with numerous breeders from across the country, offering up the best genetics they can for the sale.  Find out what drove the Jodlowski's to start the sale and how they curate it to hopefully offer something for anyone looking for their next keeper.  The Keeper Pen SaleTaylor Ridge FarmRingside Merch

Send us a textThis week the Ringside Crew talks about emerging trends in the dairy goat industry that the listeners should be aware of.  Some of them for the better and some for the worse... tune in and you decide if you agree with their take on Industry trends you need to know!We have merch!

Send us a textOnce goat kids start to hit the ground across the country, everyone seems to switch gears to buying or selling goats.  There are ways to keep everyone happy during those transactions and today Ringside is here to help you figure out the etiquette behind buying and selling goats.we have merch!our links

Send us a textIn this episode we get so heated that Danielle has to publicly apologize to Jon...we have merch!

Send us a textIn this episode, we're diving deep into the breeding program at Wolfivan Ranch with Renne Wolf.  Known for her impressive herd of Nigerian Dwarf Goats, Renee has rapidly built a reputation for excellence in the world of dairy goats.  From developing a successful breeding stategy to earning accolades at a national level, Renee shares the secrets behind her herd's success.  -Join us as we discuss the Wolfivan Way= Renee's approach to breeding, her thoughts on linebreeding, performance programs, and what it takes to build a competitive herd.  Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your program to the next level, Renee's insights are sure to inspire and inform.Wolfivan RanchEverything Ringside

Send us a textWhen goats aren't milking and they're main focus is growing kids and staving off the cold, some farmers have a hard time balancing how to keep everyone in good shape.  Jon and Danielle are joined by Morgan Allen of Haycreek Farm to discuss balancing nutrition so your goats can remain fit without growing huge kids and bigger bellies. Morgan's Farmwe have merch!

Send us a textLet's go shopping!  That's right, Danielle and Jon are filling everyone in on whats in their kidding boxes and what they keep on hand when the magic of kidding season starts!  Find our kidding supply lister on our website!our websitewe have merch