Goats

WE ARE FINALLY LIVE!!! 🎉🙌 Whew… y’all, this has been a LONG time coming! 😂 The updated Goodwin Family Farms website is officially LIVE, and I’m so excited to finally be able to say that! Now… is it 100% finished? Absolutely not. 🤣 I’m still making a few tweaks, adding things, and there are a couple of links/pages that aren’t quite live yet—but we are getting there! There has been SO much work put into this update, especially with The Learning Barn, private lessons, online

Most goat mommas don’t need more information —they need clear, organized guidance in one place. That’s why I created the Goat Kidding Kit.

Kidding season hits different when you’re prepared. I’ve been working on something behind the scenes that would’ve saved me so much stress, lost sleep, and second-guessing over the years. ✔ One place✔ One kit✔ Everything you need when babies hit the ground This one’s a game changer. 🐐✨ Stay tuned

Keep Your Goats and Farm Animals Safe, Warm, and Healthy As the days get shorter and the temperatures start to dip, now’s the time to make sure your barnyard is ready for winter. A few simple steps can make a huge difference in your herd’s comfort and health during the cold months.

Hoof care is one of the most important, and often overlooked, aspects of goat management. While many goat owners know that trimming is...

Cud chewing

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...

Farm update

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

Trimming dewclaws on a goat

Our breeding schedule is out, and we’re planning to start kidding in February 2025!

I believe that when a hoof is properly trimmed with precision and care, there is no need for grinding.

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.

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:

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.

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

Baby goat hooves when born

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

What can be done with does with blown teats and what does it mean?

Workshops and events