Storey's Guide to Raising Dairy Goats, 4th Edition: Breeds, Care, Dairying, Marketing by Jerry Belanger

Description

With minimal space and housing needs, dairy goats are a practical choice for the small or backyard dairy farmer. Dairy goats require a smaller investment than Cows and produce easily digested milk that is much in demand for making yogurt, cheese, and other dairy products.

The revised and updated fourth edition includes:

• Updated information on disease diagnosis and treatment
• Tips on choosing pygmy breeds
• Expanded coverage of breeding, kidding, and raising kids
• More information on milking, dairying, and cheesemaking
• Expanded resource section

“This book will give answers and help novice goat owners get started. It can also be used by established goat owners wanting a reference in an easy-to-read format.” — John D. Howland, American Goat Society, Inc.