Kamalaya Farm

14/02/2025

08/02/2025

This little lady is melting our hearts 🥰

29/01/2025

Sue Ludwig and I were lucky enough to talk to Deborah Niemann about raising goats in Australia. To listen to this wonderful podcast tune in to the following link https://thriftyhomesteader.com/raising-goats-in-australia/

28/01/2025

Did you know that Australian Miniature Goats were developed from multiple breeds because live imports weren’t allowed?

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Hear the full story tomorrow on the podcast! Stay tuned. 🎙️

22/01/2025

This is an awesome paper on the benefits of White Mulberry as fodder. We have 2 x dozen white mulberry's growing in our fodder forest... Goats love them and they grow super fast :-)

17/01/2025

🌟 Introducing Chichigo Elk 🌟

We are beyond excited to share one of the brightest young stars of our herd: Kamalaya Chichigo Elk!

Chichigo Elk carries the exceptional legacy of the renowned Old Mountain Farm milking lines, and he’s living up to every ounce of their reputation.

This promising young buck is:
✔️Conformational excellence -  Angular and sharp in body, with all the dairy strength we love to see.
✔️ Structural Correctness – Solid feet, excellent straight legs and a strong straight topline.
✔️ Elite Genetics – A perfect blend of milk production and show quality structure from generations of selective breeding. His pedigree is packed with powerhouse milk producers, and his physical attributes align perfectly with the excellence we strive for at Kenama Cottage.

We are thrilled to watch his development and see the impact he will undoubtedly have on our herd in the future.

24/12/2024

Merry Christmas to you all!! Have a safe and happy holiday and hoping 2025 brings much happiness your way!

20/12/2024

farming is not just a rewarding venture; it's a sustainable way to enhance your livelihood! These remarkable animals provide nutritious milk, high-quality meat, and even natural fertilizers. Plus, they require less space and resources than larger livestock.

To in goat farming, focus on:

1. Choosing the Right Breed: Research and select breeds that best suit your goals—whether for dairy, meat, or fiber.
2. Proper Nutrition: Ensure a balanced diet with access to fresh water, quality forage, and mineral supplements.
3. Health Care: Implement regular veterinary check-ups and vaccinations to keep your herd healthy.
4. Shelter and Space: Provide a clean, safe environment with enough room for them to roam and graze.
5. Breeding Practices: Understand breeding cycles and genetics to improve herd quality.

of goat farming

1. Low Maintenance: Goats require less space, making them ideal for small farms or even backyards.
2. Diverse Products: From milk, cheese, and yogurt to meat and fiber (like cashmere), goats provide a variety of income sources.
3. Environmental Benefits: Goats can help manage weeds and brush, promoting land health and reducing fire hazards.
4. Affordability: Initial investment costs are generally lower than larger livestock, making it accessible for new farmers.

Embrace goat farming and enjoy the many benefits it brings to your life and community!

15/12/2024

Effective Goat grain feeders!!! I got so sick of goats with feet in feeders that I had these grain trough feeders made specially for me. The goats no longer have feet in troughs and feed time is now so civilised 🙂. Hallelujah!!!

13/12/2024

Copied this from Old Mountain Farm!!!! Thank you Cheryle Moore-Smith…. A smile 😊

The Wilder Brothers were three actual brothers, Warner, Walter, and George Weidler. After performing as members of successful orchestras, including Les Brow...

02/12/2024

We are so pleased this boy has found a wonderful breeding home. No longer for sale. Thank you to those that contacted me about him.

For Sale: Premium 93.75% Nigerian Dwarf Buck
Looking for a top quality buck to elevate your herd? This exceptional lad boasts elite USA genetics and an outstanding pedigree with three imports: Old Mountain Farm, Oak Apple C Rainstorm and Dills Big and Rich.
He features a wide open escutcheon, perfect for passing on capacity, udder strength and dairy excellence to his doe offspring.With genetics like these he's a powerhouse for any breeder focused on conformation and milk production.
Priced below market for genetics of this caliber
PM for details or expressions of interest

30/11/2024

As we come to the end of the year I wanted to share a miracle story and a highlight of 2024…in September we were contacted by Amethyst Acres as they had a doe given birth the night before. Unfortunately the little bub didn’t make it and mum was pining. On the same day we had a baby doe born rejected by her mother. Seemed that the stars were aligned although I didn’t like the chances of the pining mum accepting a baby that wasn’t hers. The stars were aligned that day and mum accepted her new daughter. We are grateful to be a part of this story 😊
Photo credit of Amethyst Acres

Breeders of Nigerian Dwarf and Australian Miniature Goats

19/11/2024

🌟 Exciting News from Kamalaya Farm! 🌟

We are overjoyed to welcome Kamalaya Helena to our stud! Born via a successful embryo transfer, Helena is the stunning result of the pairing between Agape's Prize Legends Quinn USA and Old Mountain Farm Helen USA. Even as a youngster, her conformation and dairy strength are nothing short of exceptional. 💎🐐

Helena represents the culmination of thoughtful breeding and our commitment to excellence in Nigerian Dwarf genetics. We can’t wait to see what the future holds for this promising doeling! 💙✨
Show, Milking and Pet stock available
Contact Jade on 0447 142 159 or email [email protected]

18/11/2024

THE OTHER WORMS

by Susan Schoenian
Sheep & Goat Specialist Emeritus
University of Maryland Extension

Small ruminants can be infected with many kinds of internal parasites, including different species of worms and protozoa. In fact, most small ruminants usually harbor mixed infections.

While most parasites are host-specific, sheep/goats get infected with the same ones (except for coccidia). In contrast, alpacas and llamas (often called camelids) can be infected with sheep/goat parasites, as well as those common to cattle.

By far, the most troublesome small ruminant parasites are the barber pole worm (Haemonchus contortus) and coccidia (Eimeria spp.). They are the most common, most pathogenic, and most costly. For this reason, they deserve the most attention. But, what about other internal parasites? How problematic are they?

Two other worms that are frequently part of mixed infections with the barber pole worm are the brown stomach worm (Teladorsagia circumcincta) and the black scour worm (Trichostrongylus spp.). While the barber pole worm causes blood and protein loss, these two mostly cause scours (diarrhea); production losses are more common than death. Unfortunately, it is not possible to differentiate the eggs of strongyle-type worms.

There are several other species of roundworms that may be identified in f***l samples from small ruminants. They include cooper’s worm (Cooperia spp.), hookworms (Bunostomum phlebotomum), nodule worms (Oesophagostomum), thread-necked roundworms (Nematodirus), threadworms (Strongyloides) and whipworms (Trichuris spp.). For the most part, they all have low pathogenicity and seldom cause problems.

Tapeworms (Moniezia expansa) are flatworms that usually cause much more concern than they should. It is because they are the only parasite that is visible outside the animal. While unsightly, tapeworms seldom cause problems. They don’t seem to affect nutrient absorption, and intestinal blockages are considered rare. Almost all research shows no benefit to treating lambs for tapeworms.

When animals cough or show labored breathing, some producers suspect lungworms. While possible, it’s not probable. The symptoms likely have other causes. Seldom do lungworms cause clinical disease in small ruminants. This is especially true with camelids and sheep. Lungworms tend to be more of a problem in wet, northern climates.

Symptoms of liver fluke are similar to the barber pole worm: anemia and bottle jaw. However, liver flukes are more common to cool wet climates, such as the Pacific Northwest and the Great Lake states.

One parasite that can be problematic on some farms is the meningeal worm (Parelaphostrongylus tenuis). Sheep, goats, and camelids are abnormal hosts for this parasite which naturally infects white tail deer. Small ruminants get infected when they ingest snails (or slugs) containing the larvae. Once the parasite crosses the blood-brain barrier, it causes various neurological symptoms.

If you think your animals are suffering from one or more of these other parasites, be sure to consult with your veterinarian. Diagnostic testing may be necessary. Not all of these parasites can be identified with traditional f***l exams. Sometimes, necropsies of deceased animals are necessary.

Published in the Delmarva Farmer, March 1, 2024

https://americanfarm.com/articles/delmarvafarmer/other-internal-parasites-shepherds-notebook/