When dealing with parasites in goats, one of the most frustrating scenarios is when a dewormer seems to fail. Before we dive into the reasons behind this, it’s essential to understand the basics of deworming and the common misconceptions surrounding … Read More
Raising backyard chickens is incredibly rewarding, but it also comes with a steep learning curve—especially when you’re just getting started. Over the years, I’ve seen a lot of beginners make the same well-intentioned mistakes, and many of them can be … Read More
Episode 156For the Love of Goats What happens when a medical career ends—but a passion for something totally different begins? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Kandice Marchant, a retired physician who traded her lab coat for a … Read More
Episode 155For the Love of Goats Goat polio is a serious and often misunderstood condition—frequently mistaken for other neurological diseases like listeriosis, meningeal worm, or even rabies. In this episode, Deborah Niemann is joined by Dr. Melissa Holahan, a small … Read More
Episode 154For the Love of Goats In this episode, host Deborah Niemann is joined by Mallory Kaiser, president of the Alberta Goat Association and vice chair of the Canadian National Goat Federation. Mallory shares insights into the goat industry in … Read More
Episode 153For the Love of Goats In this insightful and eye-opening episode, host Deborah Niemann is joined by Tammy Gallagher of Shady Paddock Farm in Texas to discuss the challenges of dewormer resistance and parasite management in goats. Tammy, a … Read More
Episode 152For the Love of Goats In this fascinating episode, Deborah Niemann sits down with Mark Hicks, an author and adventurer, to discuss his unforgettable experience with goats during a trip to Kenya. Mark’s journey was part of his seminary … Read More
Episode 151For the Love of Goats As goat owners, understanding diseases that can affect our herds is crucial for maintaining healthy animals and preventing the spread of illnesses. In this episode, Deborah Niemann is joined by Dr. Linda Detwiler, Staff … Read More
Episode 150For the Love of Goats When our does have trouble conceiving, our minds often tend to go toward infectious causes. But there are non-infectious causes of infertility to consider as well. In this episode, Dr. Fauna Smith, Assistant Professor … Read More
As an experienced gardener and goat farmer, I’ve learned that frugality and resourcefulness are key to successful homesteading. One area where this principle applies perfectly is in the use of garden seeds. Many gardeners wonder if they can use seeds … Read More
Thrifty Homesteader was created in 2012 after the publication of my second book, Ecothrifty. The name was coined by one of my followers because I said that I didn’t want anyone to think that they had to be rich to homestead or live a greener life....
