Goat Gab

Meet Heidi and Jason Benson--a dairying duo from Wisconsin that make you wish you lived next door.  This week Cameron and Laura talk about their unique dairy operation and their venture into the ADGA show ring.  

By the way--happy 4th birthday to our Podcast!

Do you have thoughts about attending the 2024 ADGA Convention to be held in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin?  Anna Thompson-Hajdik, the local convention chair, gives you the inside scoop on what to expect and why YOU don't want to miss all of the excitement this October!

This week Laura and Cameron sit down with Jill Pritchett and Chuck Pederson of J-Haven Acres to discuss the yearling debate: dry or freshen. We visit with with the two on traits, decision making tips, stories and a whole of experience between the two of them! 

See the J-Haven Herd at https://www.jhavenacres.net

This week Cameron and Laura talk about breeding plans, herd goals, and the importance of having these made.  

On this episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura discuss their experience at the 2024 ADGA National Show--what was learned and how that impacts future goals.  It's a long episode....but there is a hidden gem at the end.

This week we sit down and talk about all things ADGA National Show YOUTH EVENTS not with adults, but with the people that actually do them- YOUTH! Laura and Cameron are joined by Regan Arney, Travis Arney and Bella Duong to discuss the ADGA Youth Events and give YOU tips and tricks to succeed on the big stage.

Are you a small herd, and wondered why you should consider attending a National Show?  On this episode of Goat Gab, Laura and Cameron visit with Megan and Jennifer Lawrence of Jen-Ma-Ka Kids, a small herd that has made a big impact on Lamanchas and Saanens throughout the United States.  

Laura and Cameron sit down to discuss what you should be doing you as prepare for the ADGA National Show for 2024

On our second part focusing on show prep, we welcome special guest Erika Streeter to talk about traveling with dairy goats.  Join us for. a laid back, around the tack pen discussion with laughs and fun!