About La Cuesta Farm Dairy Goats

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Many parts of the world utilize goat milk and meat because of the goat's small size and foraging ability. They can survive in areas where larger livestock cannot.

There are six recognized breeds of dairy goats in the United States. The Nubian breed originated in southern and eastern Mediterranean countries and is recognized as the "jersey" of dairy goats because of its typically high butterfat content in the milk. We prefer Nubians for creamier milk and for our cheese making. Four of the six breeds are of European origin, including the Saanen and Alpine. Both are noted for their heavy milk production. Our farm is graced with all three.


Nubian

Saanens

Alpine


Goats on the browse		 Just to dispel a few myths - goats don't stink. Although the bucks (the boys) produce a heavy musky and objectionable scent during breeding season, the does (girls) have no odor. The bucks and the does are kept apart except when breeding.

Goats do not eat tin cans. but being curious as they are may nibble a shoelace, clothing or a lock of hair to investigate or to show affection. They browse trees and brush selectively (like deer) and graze native pasture. They also receive good quality alfalfa and a proprietary blend of grain and minerals including sea kelp and organic humates. They are really very picky eaters and that assures consistently sweet and delicious milk

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