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The Importance of Regular Hoof Care in Goats
Hoof care is one of the most important, and often overlooked, aspects of goat management. While many goat owners know that trimming is...

Amanda Goodwin
1 day ago2 min read


What's up with the Cud?
Cud chewing

Amanda Goodwin
Sep 131 min read


Prepping Bucks for Breeding Season: What You Need to Know
While we often focus on the does this time of year, your buck’s health and condition is just as critical for a successful breeding...

Amanda Goodwin
Sep 72 min read


September Newsletter
Farm update

Amanda Goodwin
Sep 31 min read


The Importance of Selecting the Right Dairy Goat
Choosing the right dairy goats is a crucial step for anyone interested in goat farming or producing fresh, nutritious milk. The right...

Amanda Goodwin
Sep 34 min read


Getting Ready for Breeding Season: A Guide for Dairy Goat Keepers
Getting Ready for Breeding Season!
The bucks are pacing, the does are blushing, and we’re checking our calendars twice—breeding season is right around the corner at Goodwin Family Farms!
We’re lining up pairings, planning kidding dates, and watching for tail wags and moon spotting. Whether you're aiming for milk, show, or solid genetics, now’s the time to prep!
✔️ Health checks
✔️ Hoof trims
✔️ Copper, Bo-Se, CDT (as needed)
✔️ Breeding plans & records ready to go
FREE CHE

Amanda Goodwin
Jul 304 min read


Dewclaws : To trim or not to trim
Trimming dewclaws on a goat

Amanda Goodwin
Jul 61 min read
🐐 2025 Kidding Season – Waitlist Now Open! 🐐
Our breeding schedule is out, and we’re planning to start kidding in February 2025!

Amanda Goodwin
Jun 221 min read


June Newsletter
June Newsletter

Amanda Goodwin
Jun 221 min read


“Skip the Grind: Real Talk Hoof Care”
I believe that when a hoof is properly trimmed with precision and care, there is no need for grinding.

Amanda Goodwin
Jun 172 min read


Beating the heat!
Beating the Heat: Tips for Keeping Your Goats Cool in Hot Weather
Summer in the South can be brutal, and just like us, our goats feel the heat! High temperatures can lead to stress, reduced milk production, and even heat-related illnesses. Here at Goodwin Family Farms, we take hot weather seriously and have a few tried-and-true strategies to keep our herd comfortable.

Amanda Goodwin
May 193 min read


May Newsletter
May newsletter

Amanda Goodwin
May 181 min read


"Buzz Off: Summer Fly Control Strategies for the Dairy Goat Barn"
Flies in the summer are the worst, especially around the barn, milk stand, and pens. Here's a layered approach that works well for reducing fly pressure on a dairy goat farm:

Amanda Goodwin
May 113 min read


My First Time as Show Chair: The 45th Diamonds in the Rock Dairy Goat Show
his year was my first time serving as Show Chair, and let me tell you—it was one of the most exhausting, rewarding, chaotic, and heartwarming experiences I’ve had in the goat world.

Amanda Goodwin
May 62 min read


April Newsletter
April Newsletter

Amanda Goodwin
Apr 261 min read


Raw Milk is a GO!!!
With the enactment of SB464, Arkansas has broadened the legal avenues for selling raw milk and its products, including certain cheeses, beyond the farm setting. This move aims to support local agriculture and provide consumers with more choices, while still implementing measures to inform and protect public health.

Amanda Goodwin
Apr 172 min read


When to disbud?
How to know when it's the right time to disbud.

Amanda Goodwin
Apr 72 min read


The 101 on baby goat hooves
Baby goat hooves when born

Amanda Goodwin
Apr 70 min read


March Newsletter
March newsletter

Amanda Goodwin
Apr 31 min read


Please note changes
I will be offering consultations, lessons, and guidance for those who need assistance with their goats. Whether it’s hoof care, herd manage

Amanda Goodwin
Apr 31 min read
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