Storey's Guide to Raising Dairy Goats

March 15, 2011
First published in 2001, this essential guide to raising dairy goats offers a wealth of new information in its fourth edition. Established farmers will welcome the easily viewed summaries of the latest best practices, including new guidelines for diagnosing and treating ill animals as well as preventive measures to keep goats in high-kicking health. Newcomers will find everything they need to know to start a goat dairy operation, from extensive breeding tips to the ideal enclosures to milking techniques, product planning, record-keeping, and even distribution advice. Also included are step-by-step recipes for a variety of cheeses, ice cream, and goat-meat-based dishes, as well as inedible goat-milk products, such as soap. As public awareness of lactose intolerance grows, and more Americans shy away from cows milk products, the demand for goat milk should skyrocket. This accessible, condensed resource, from a pair of Wisconsinites who draw from decades of experience, is a must-read for anyone seeking a reliable overview of goat dairy farming.(Reprinted with permission of Booklist, copyright 2011, American Library Association.)