About our Boer Goats

I’ve dreamed of having goats on my farm since I was a kid. Goats on pasture are a great way to keep invasive plants and brush in check by eating the weeds that cattle won’t touch. Plus, with our pastures consisting of shallow bedrock and ridges, we have some steep, rocky outcrops. The goats, of course, love to show off their ability to climb where cattle wouldn’t dare, making full use of every inch of our pastures.

Boer goats, in particular, seem to fall behind other livestock when it comes to data-driven breeding, both locally and globally. The industry as a whole doesn’t utilize production records as much as it should, which is why I prioritize selecting animals based on real performance. My focus starts with structure and soundness, followed by fertility, maternal instincts, growth, parasite resistance, and temperament. It’s easy to cover up weak genetics with extra feed and care, but that doesn’t make the foundation for a strong herd. It takes a solid understanding of genetics, sharp and strict selection, and a dedication to continuous improvement - there are no shortcuts. This is the path we are committed to.

Although we raise both registered purebred and full-blood Boers, we’re not against selective outcrossing if it means improving our herd in the long run. There are plenty of things we love about Boers, but also a few things we’d like to improve. By introducing the right genetics, we work toward a stronger, more productive meat goats with every generation.

We take biosecurity very seriously. Our goats are tested annually for CAE and Johne’s and the results have always come back as negative. We have also never had a case of CL.