GUWAHATI, India – Although gambling is prohibited in India, during the festival of Bihu authorities are willing to turn a blind eye. The harvest festival’s focus is on culinary joy but gambling also plays a part in the celebration, and in keeping with the epicureal theme, money isn’t the issue. First prize is a goat. During this time... »

AKA, “The Goat That Made Me Pee In Public”.  As a kindergartner, April Trice had a bad goat experience, a very bad experience. It’s the type of encounter that will turn a person away from goats forever and while it might make you chuckle a little to read her account, it makes you wonder... »

AHMEDABAD, India – There seems to be an ongoing problem in India with the transport of goats from one district to another, particularly in the case of goats. Goat traders intercepted by police or animal rights activists find the goats in their care confiscated and taken to panjrapoles, similar to humane societies in the West,... »

GUMLA, India – The district administration has selected 70 families from Jhargaon village to participate in a program designed to teach local people the art of goat tending. Upon completion of the three day training, participants will receive goats of their own in an attempt to improve economic conditions in the area. »

For an irreverent but still valid look at three reasons to eat goat, “Oh Hells Na” at Guanabee has the answers. »

Australia’s Department of Food and Agriculture has a project underway to map the location of what they consider to be invasive species. Certain animals running at large in the country are costing the Department millions of dollars in damage. By mapping the culprits, the government hopes to be better able to control their populations. Included in... »

The Wisconsin Dairy Goat Association is sparking kids’ interest in goats. Their Share-A-Kid program prompts kids, the human kind, to enter an essay contest that could net their own goat. Applications are due by April 1, 2011 and more information can be obtained by calling 608-783-8181. »

HONOLULU, Hawaii – In an attempt to control the burgeoning goat population on Kauai, the state is accepting applications for free hunting permits. Applicants must have a valid 2011 hunting license in order to receive 1 of 600 expected permits  allowing the hunter to participate during one of four 2-day goat hunting seasons. »

If you’ve been interested in trying your hand at soap making, check out this series of videos in which soap maker Mickey Dye-Ishikawa is interviewed about the process she uses. 1. Making handmade soap 1 2. Making handmade soap 2 3. Making handmade soap 3 »

January may not be the usual time to worry about overgrown weeds and scrub but if you’re thinking of entering the natural weed control market, aka goats, you can find some great tips in this article from The Messenger. »

SAN ANGELO, Texas – The Earwood family has a long history of living with goats. Founders of the Sonora Wool and Mohair Company, five generations of Earwoods have specialized in marketing mohair, the fiber harvested from goats. »

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia – They may not model evening gowns and swimsuits but the goats competing in Saudi Arabia’s Most Beautiful Goat competition are surely stunners. The contest is held to raise awareness of the Hijazi breed, common in the kingdom. While it may seem silly to outsiders, the top goat can bring $18,000 when sold at... »

And here’s an excellent photo by Daryl L. Hunter of mountain goats foraging in Alpine, Wyoming on Christmas Eve. »

If you’re interested in raising backyard chickens or goats and are in the Denver area, Heirloom Gardens and Sustainable Food offers classes to help you get started. You can check out the details here. »

Ratnashri Dutta offers this quick guide to raising kids found at Buzzle.com. Plus, if you’re struggling to find a name for a new kid, maybe her list will bring one to mind. »

A new book written by Mem Fox and illustrated by Jan Thomas teaches preschool kids colors and counting using rhymes and goats. It’s a cute way to spend time with a child while still being entertained as an adult. And, of course, there are goats! »

While you’re trying to find a way to dispose of that Christmas tree, think goats. Goats love evergreens as evidenced by this story at Western Farm Press. So the next time you have tree or shrub clippings, or the entire (undiseased) growth itself, make a goat happy and pass it on. »

Our apologies for the dead air. We’ll strive to ensure it doesn’t happen again. Until kidding season. »