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Hi friends! Today we’re talking about big picture management and goals for your farm, ranch or homestead. It doesn’t matter if you have a few acres or a few hundred, it’s important to have a plan. I’m going to walk you through our plan for livestock and land, talk about why we’ve made some of the decisions we’ve made and our plans for the future. This is and will always be a work in progress, so I expect I’ll be doing updates every so often as we learn more and apply that knowledge to our plan. Let’s get to it! All the Best! Millie Mentions: 48 | How to Trim Hooves on Goats + Big Announcement/ Beef and Pork Sales are OPEN! 08 | When Animals Aren’t Working Out on the Homestead/ How to Evaluate Your Livestock Projects and Decide to Keep or Sell Related Episodes: 22 | What Is the Perfect Meat Goat? How to Choose the Right Breed for Your Farm or Homestead PART 1 23 | Boer vs Kiko, What Meat Goat Breed is the Best Fit for Your Farm or Homestead? PART 2 Join our email list and be first to get updates and special offers: https://www.getgoatwise.com/insider Join the FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/getgoatwise Connect with me: Email: millie@getgoatwise.com See what’s happening on the ranch: www.instagram.com/dry.creek.livestock…

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52 | What’s in My Kidding Bucket and the Supplies You Should Have On Hand When Your Goats Kid 15:24

9 days ago15:24

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Hi friends! Today we’re talking about preparing for kidding goats, specifically, what I have in my kidding bucket and what I like to have on hand in case of an emergency. This episode will give you a great place to start getting your supplies together for kidding, as well as some ideas to put on your list to have around when things don’t go as planned. Let’s get to it! All the Best! Millie Mentions: NEW Ground Beef Bundle: https://drycreekheritagemeats.com/groundbeef Dry Creek Heritage Meats Giveaway for podcast listeners: https://drycreekheritagemeats.com/podcastspecial FREE Freezer options to jump start your self-sufficiency journey: https://drycreekheritagemeats.com/pages/collection-page Kidding Supplies: (*Affiliate Link) In the kidding bucket for daily use: 3.5 Gallon Bucket* Toolbox for kidding box* – we have this and still use it for a vet box, it’s great Lamb and Kid Sling Digital Scale Tags we use Allflex Tag Marking Pen* Allflex Universal Tagger* Allflex Tag Removal Tool* Tag Storage Pencil Box* Nolvasan* dilute according to instructions Iodine Spray* Iodine Navel Dip Cup Steno Notebook* In the kidding bucket for occasional use: ARS 140DXR Smooth Blade Hoof Trimmers* My favorite hoof trimmers Budget Hoof Trimmers* Pruning Shears* Nitrile Gloves* OB Sleeves* SuperLube or OB All Purpose Lubricant* OB Snare or make your own with parachute cord Bulb Syringe* Surgical shears* On the shelf available when needed: Feeding Tube – I like the red ones 60cc Catheter Tip Syringe* Wound Clips and Forceps Probios* Pritchard Teat Nipples -these attach to a regular soda pop bottle, get the original Pritchard not a copy Kid blankets – use with care Things to think about adding to your kidding supplies: Umbilical tape* and Buhner OB needles* Ketone test strips* Dextrose CMPK* Join our email list and be first to get updates and special offers: https://www.getgoatwise.com/insider Join the FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/getgoatwise Connect with me: Email: millie@getgoatwise.com See what’s happening on the ranch: www.instagram.com/dry.creek.livestock *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases…

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51 | What’s the Real Cost of a Fast Food Burger? How to Feed Your Family Premium Beef for Less 12:10

16 days ago12:10

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Hi friends! Today we’re talking about meat, ground beef specifically, and what it really costs to buy a burger at the drive through. We’ll talk about things you need to look for when purchasing ground beef and the options you have to feed your family one of the most nutritious foods on the planet – red meat, in the form of ground beef. Let’s get to it! All the Best! Millie Mentions: NEW Ground Beef Bundle: https://drycreekheritagemeats.com/groundbeef 04 | Avoiding Homestead Comparison: The “Good, Better, Best” of Homesteading and Your Definition of Best Dry Creek Heritage Meats Giveaway for podcast listeners: https://drycreekheritagemeats.com/podcastspecial FREE Freezer options to jump start your self-sufficiency journey: https://drycreekheritagemeats.com/pages/collection-page Related Episode: 49 | 3 Strategies to Make the Best Use of Bulk Meat Storage and Avoid Freezer Overwhelm 47 | How to Adjust to the Flavor of Homegrown Meat and Eggs Before You Raise Your Own 45 | Health Benefits of Ruminant Red Meat, Grass-Fed vs Grain-Fed, and Special Characteristics of Goat Meat Join our email list and be first to get updates and special offers: https://www.getgoatwise.com/insider Join the FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/getgoatwise Connect with me: Email: millie@getgoatwise.com See what’s happening on the ranch: www.instagram.com/dry.creek.livestock…

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50 | Get Ready for Kidding: Order Your Tags in 4 Easy Steps 15:41

23 days ago15:41

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Hi friends! Today we’re talking about getting your tags ordered for kidding season. We’ll talk about tagging laws, and we’ll walk through the step-by-step process I use to decide what tags to order and how many we need. We have lots of goats to tag, but I’m also going to give you a simple, affordable, and legal way to tag if you only have a few goats. Let get to it! All the Best! Millie Mentions: Get your 50th Episode Double Gift Cards here: https://www.getgoatwise.com/insider Dry Creek Heritage Meats Giveaway for podcast listeners: https://drycreekheritagemeats.com/podcastspecial FREE Freezer options to jump start your self-sufficiency journey: https://drycreekheritagemeats.com/pages/collection-page Premier 1 Supplies tags we use Related Episode: 11 | Should I tag my goats? What You Need to Know About Government Requirements and How to Use Tagging to Benefit Your Herd Join our email list and be first to get updates and special offers: https://www.getgoatwise.com/insider Join the FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/getgoatwise Connect with me: Email: millie@getgoatwise.com See what’s happening on the ranch: www.instagram.com/dry.creek.livestock…

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49 | 3 Strategies to Make the Best Use of Bulk Meat Storage and Avoid Freezer Overwhelm 13:50

4 weeks ago13:50

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Hi friends! Today we’re talking about freezer meat storage and how to make the best use of bulk meat you either raise or purchase. I’m going to share three different strategies we’ve used to make sure we utilize everything in our freezer, eliminate waste, and take the stress out of dinner time. No more staring in the fridge at 5:00 p.m. wondering what to cook, and no more freezer overwhelm! Let’s dive in! All the Best! Millie Mentions: Dry Creek Heritage Meats Giveaway for podcast listeners: https://drycreekheritagemeats.com/podcastspecial FREE Freezer options to jump start your self-sufficiency journey: https://drycreekheritagemeats.com/pages/collection-page Related Episode: 45 | Health Benefits of Ruminant Red Meat, Grass-Fed vs Grain-Fed, and Special Characteristics of Goat Meat Join our email list and be first to get updates and special offers: https://www.getgoatwise.com/insider Join the FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/getgoatwise Connect with me: Email: millie@getgoatwise.com See what’s happening on the ranch: www.instagram.com/dry.creek.livestock…

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48 | How to Trim Hooves on Goats + Big Announcement: Beef and Pork Sales are OPEN! 15:28

5 weeks ago15:28

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Hi friends! Today we’re talking about trimming hooves on goats. This is really a simple task most of the time, but it’s one of the hardest to start because of the fear of doing it wrong or hurting your goats. Today I’m going to talk you through hoof trimming, factors that affect hoof growth, the tools you need, how to do it, and a couple pro tips that will make trimming easier and may even reduce the frequency of hoof trimming required for your goats. Let’s dive in! All the Best! Millie Mentions: Dry Creek Heritage Meats Gift Cards for podcast listeners: https://drycreekheritagemeats.com/podcastspecial Zip Bandit for banding bull calves: https://zipbandit.com My Favorite Hoof Trimmers: ARS 140DXR Smooth Blade Hoof Trimmers (affiliate link) https://amzn.to/41Mxkk9 Budget Hoof Trimmers (affiliate link) https://amzn.to/3R0pqxf Pruning Shears (affiliate link) https://amzn.to/4bDIPO0 Related Episode: 17 | Do My Goats Need Mineral? How to Meet Their Micronutrient Needs and Keep the Herd Healthy Join our email list and be first to get updates and special offers: https://www.getgoatwise.com/insider Join the FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/getgoatwise Connect with me: Email: millie@getgoatwise.com See what’s happening on the ranch: www.instagram.com/dry.creek.livestock *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases…

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47 | How to Adjust to the Flavor of Homegrown Meat and Eggs Before You Raise Your Own 15:15

6 weeks ago15:15

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Hi friends! Today we’re talking about homegrown food – meat and eggs specifically – and why they taste different than what you buy at the grocery store. Some people have a hard time liking homegrown food, so we’ll talk about some tips and strategies to help you adjust to the taste of home grown. If you’re getting ready to raise your own eggs and meat, this episode will help you avoid the ultimate homestead disappointment -- not liking the food you raise. Let’s dive in! All the Best! Millie Mentions: Dry Creek Heritage Meats Gift Card for podcast listeners: https://drycreekheritagemeats.com/podcastspecial Related Episode: 45 | Health Benefits of Ruminant Red Meat, Grass-Fed vs Grain-Fed, and Special Characteristics of Goat Meat Join our email list and be first to get updates and special offers: https://www.getgoatwise.com/insider Join the FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/getgoatwise Connect with me: Email: millie@getgoatwise.com See what’s happening on the ranch: www.instagram.com/dry.creek.livestock…

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46 | Early Banding vs Late Banding in Buck Kids: Will Your Goats Be Healthy if You Band Them Early? 11:28

7 weeks ago11:28

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Hi friends! Today we’re talking about early versus late banding of buck kids, things you should consider, the pros and cons of early banding, and the results of our experiment we did last year testing out early banding on a handful of kids. They’re 11 months old now, so it’s time for an update! Let’s dive in! All the Best! Millie Mentions: Dry Creek Heritage Meats Gift Card for podcast listeners: https://drycreekheritagemeats.com/podcastspecial Join our email list and be first to get updates and special offers: https://www.getgoatwise.com/insider Join the FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/getgoatwise Connect with me: Email: millie@getgoatwise.com See what’s happening on the ranch: www.instagram.com/dry.creek.livestock…

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45 | Health Benefits of Ruminant Red Meat, Grass-Fed vs Grain-Fed, and Special Characteristics of Goat Meat 19:28

8 weeks ago19:28

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Hi friends! Today we’re talking about goat meat and other ruminant meat vs monogastric meat, the health benefits and the “why” behind it all. I’m going to dive deep into ruminant digestion and show you why ruminants are magical! Ruminant Nutrition is my specialty and I’m excited to share how the uniqueness of the ruminant digestive process positively impacts the meat they produce. This is a good one! Let’s dive in! All the Best! Millie Mentions: Happy Birthday! Double-Your-Gift-Card Special, 5 days only, February 17-21, 2025 Get your $25 Gift Card here and it will automatically double at checkout: https://drycreekheritagemeats.com/podcastspecial “Steak: One Man’s Search for the World’s Tastiest Piece of Beef” by Mark Schatzker (affiliate link) https://amzn.to/413Z6ae Related Episode: 44 | Small vs Large Ruminants on the Homestead: Why Raising Goats First Will Help You Raise Cattle Later Join our email list and be first to get updates and special offers: https://www.getgoatwise.com/insider Join the FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/getgoatwise Connect with me: Email: millie@getgoatwise.com See what’s happening on the ranch: www.instagram.com/dry.creek.livestock *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases…

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44 | Small vs Large Ruminants on the Homestead: Why Raising Goats First Will Help You Raise Cattle Later 16:13

9 weeks ago16:13

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Hi friends! Today we’re talking about the benefits of starting out your livestock raising journey with small ruminants like goats and sheep instead of starting with cows. We’ll compare the investment and risks, and the reasons why getting started with goats might be a good decision even if your ultimate goal is to raise cattle. There’s a lot of valuable insider tips in this episode, so let’s get to it! All the Best! Millie Mentions: Online goat meat sales open today, February 10, 2025 at 12:00 MST Get your $25 Gift Card here: https://drycreekheritagemeats.com/podcastspecial Join our email list and be first to get updates and special offers: https://www.getgoatwise.com/insider Join the FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/getgoatwise Connect with me: Email: millie@getgoatwise.com See what’s happening on the ranch: www.instagram.com/dry.creek.livestock…

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43 | How to Treat Entropian or Inverted Eyelids in Baby Goats 14:18

10 weeks ago14:18

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Hi friends! Today we’re talking about entropian or inverted eyelids in goat kids and how to treat it. We’ll go over what causes it to happen, how to recognize it quickly, and the options for treatment, both with a veterinarian or on your own at home. This episode will teach you how to easily handle what can be a scary situation, so let’s dive in! All the Best! Millie Mentions: Wound Clips and Forceps: https://www.premier1supplies.com/p/wound-clips-forceps-for-inverted-eyelids?criteria=clips My favorite Eye Patch Kit: https://jefferspet.com/products/shut-eye-patches-cow-size-kit?_pos=1&_sid=aae872319&_ss=r&variant=44374467543229 Eye Patch Kit that comes with a bottle of Curicyn (I like the patches in the first kit better): https://jefferspet.com/products/curicyn-pink-eye-solution-3-oz?_pos=4&_sid=4a8d0e84e&_ss=r&variant=44379621327037 Terramycin Eye Ointment: https://amzn.to/4jHN2DY Curicyn Pink Eye Solution: https://amzn.to/4jCJtz7 Join our email list and be first to get updates and special offers: https://www.getgoatwise.com/insider Join the FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/getgoatwise Connect with me: Email: millie@getgoatwise.com See what’s happening on the ranch: www.instagram.com/dry.creek.livestock *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases…

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42 | Surviving Extreme Cold with Livestock When Your Animals Aren’t Adapted to Freezing Temperatures 13:24

11 weeks ago13:24

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Hi friends! A couple weeks ago, we talked about how to help goats thrive in winter, and right after that, a good portion of the United States started experiencing extreme cold temperatures for their typical climate. So, today, I want to talk specifically about how to support your livestock during extreme cold when you and your animals are not accustomed or adapted to it. Let’s dive in! All the Best! Millie Mentions: 40 | How to Help Your Goats Thrive in Winter https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-goat-wise-meat-goats-dairy-goats-self-sufficiency/id1743448724?i=1000683774553 Related Episode: 31 | Are Winter Heat Lamps Bad for Chickens? How to Prepare Your Flock for a Comfortable Winter https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-goat-wise-meat-goats-dairy-goats-self-sufficiency/id1743448724?i=1000676488967 Join our email list and be first to get updates and special offers: https://getgoatwiseinsider.grwebsite.com Join the FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/getgoatwise Connect with me: Email: hello@getgoatwise.com See what’s happening on the ranch: www.instagram.com/dry.creek.livestock…

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41 | What Type of Meat Bird Should I Raise? Cornish Cross, Hybrid and Dual-Purpose Explained 19:27

12 weeks ago19:27

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Hi friends! It’s time for a chicken episode! Today we’re talking about meat birds because it’s time to order if you’re going to raise chicks this year and you want to be able to get the exact birds you are looking for. We’ll be talking about the different types, pros and cons of each, and by the time we’re done, you’ll be ready to decide what is going to work best for you whether it’s Cornish Cross, a hybrid, or a dual-purpose heritage breed. Grab a pencil and notebook, and let’s get to it! All the Best! Millie Mentions: 06 | What Livestock Should I Get First? My Top Pick for Your First Homestead Animals https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-goat-wise-meat-goats-dairy-goats-self-sufficiency/id1743448724?i=1000656132607 “Pastured Poultry Profits” by Joel Salatin (affiliate link) https://amzn.to/40mw8lB Related Episode: 31 | Are Winter Heat Lamps Bad for Chickens? How to Prepare Your Flock for a Comfortable Winter https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-goat-wise-meat-goats-dairy-goats-self-sufficiency/id1743448724?i=1000676488967 Join our email list and be first to get updates and special offers: https://getgoatwiseinsider.grwebsite.com Join the FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/getgoatwise Connect with me: Email: hello@getgoatwise.com See what’s happening on the ranch: www.instagram.com/dry.creek.livestock *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases…

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40 | How to Help Your Goats Thrive in Winter 17:14

13 weeks ago17:14

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Hi friends! Today we’re talking about how goats adapt to winter weather, things you can do to help them thrive in winter, and some things you shouldn’t do that seem helpful, but end up being problematic. We’ll talk about winter coats and shelters, and how other animals compare in their ability to tolerate cold and snow. In ranch-terms, we use the word “winter” to not only indicate the season but as a term to indicate how an animal performed through the winter. You’ll hear phrases like “How did they winter? Are the cattle wintering well?” and “That goat wintered well!” meaning she might be a little on the chubby side. Let’s get to it! All the Best! Millie Mentions: Charlotte Smith’s Farm Marketing Program https://charlottemsmith.com Related Episodes: 03 | Ready for Goats! 4 Steps to Help You Confidently Shop for and Purchase Your First Goats https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-goat-wise-meat-goats-dairy-goats-self-sufficiency/id1743448724?i=1000653906784 28 | Winter Feed for Livestock/ Calculate How Much Hay You Need and a Strategy Save Money https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-goat-wise-meat-goats-dairy-goats-self-sufficiency/id1743448724?i=1000673834994 31 | Are Winter Heat Lamps Bad for Chickens? How to Prepare Your Flock for a Comfortable Winter https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-goat-wise-meat-goats-dairy-goats-self-sufficiency/id1743448724?i=1000676488967 35 | Winter Hay Feeding Evaluation: Meeting Nutritional Requirements of Goats and Reducing Hay Waste https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-goat-wise-meat-goats-dairy-goats-self-sufficiency/id1743448724?i=1000679742828 Join our email list and be first to get updates and special offers: https://getgoatwiseinsider.grwebsite.com Join the FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/getgoatwise Connect with me: Email: hello@getgoatwise.com See what’s happening on the ranch: www.instagram.com/dry.creek.livestock…

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39 | Can I Buy Just One Goat? Meeting the Social Needs of Livestock to Keep Them Happy, Healthy and Productive 12:59

14 weeks ago12:59