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Ethiopia expands goat meat exports
Ethiopia agriculture is getting a boost soon. Officials announced that Iran is set to buy 10,000 tons of cattle, sheep and goat meat from that nation. The purchase is a first as Iran has never imported meat from Ethiopia. Ethiopia mainly exports meat to Gulf countries and is working to expand those exports to include additional markets.... »
Old Irish goats
The Irish Times offers some interesting history as well as the current conditions of indigenous Old Irish Goats in this article. Old Irish goats are interesting in their own right, but even more so when one considers that they may be descended from some of the oldest animals to be found in Ireland. »
Goat farming success in Australia
Glenn Martin believes in goats. As one of four people involved in the operation of the largest premium quality meat goat production facility in the country, he would know. In this article from Stock and Land, Mr. Martin gives us a good idea of how the goat industry works down under. »
Wisconsin goats
According to the Wisconsin Ag Statistics Service, that state continues to be the US leader in dairy goats and goat milk production. With an increase of 3,000 head over 2010, bringing the total dairy goats in the state to 5o,000, Wisconsin continues to lead the way in all things dairy. There was also a 3,000... »
Raw milk recall in WA
MOSES LAKE, Wash.– Food Safety News reports that The Lucky Dairy has announced a limited recall of unpasteurized goat milk due to the possiblity of antibiotic residue contamination. »
Feeding goats in Mogadishu
MOGADISHU, Somalia – While most of the United States has been suffering cold temps and massive precipitation, Somalia is still struggling with severe drought. In a country whose economy is based largely on animal agriculture, keeping the herds fed has been difficult. In an attempt to find forage for their livestock, many herders have arrived in Mogadishu, animals... »
Small but special
HOBERT, Tasmania, Aus. – When Anne Clark had to retire from veterinary practice due to an eye problem, she translated her experience with animals into a thriving small business. Because of an intolerance for cow’s milk, Clark had always kept a couple goats on hand, but when she found she didn’t have the eyesight for... »
Foot and mouth in Bulgaria, reprise
GRAMATIKOVO, Bulgaria – There’s a potential new outbreak of foot and mouth disease in this southeastern village of Bulgaria. Fourteen animals have thus far tested positive for the disease and authorities say that in order to curb the spread of disease, 149 animals will likely have to be euthanized including 110 goats. »
International Conference on Goats
Details are now available for the International Conference on Goats brought to you by The International Goat Association. The conference will be held in Spain’s Canary Islands at the end of September, 2012 and full details can be found here. »
Hindu Goat Festival
My Himachal carries a fascinating article about the use of goats in the Hindu Himalayas and Maghi Tyohar, the Goat Festival. »
A Country Diary: Scottish goats
The Highland News offers a lovely story of Highland mountain goats. »
Gambling for goats
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... »
Indian bureaucracy and the case for goats
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,... »
Goat training in Gumla
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. »
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Happy Goat Caramels
Happy Goat Caramels are sweet, savory and made from the milk of California goats grazed on pesticide-free grass.
