Send us a text This week Jon and Danielle turn on their milk machines with Jason Porter and discuss the in's and out's of milk machines. The daily care and upkeep to keep your machine working correctly, simple tips to make life easier with your milk machine and insights on how it should be running. If you're looking into getting a new machine or ju…

Send us a text This week Danielle and Jon talk about being burned out and how exhaustion and lack of passion can lead to issues and how simple things can make life on the farm easier every day. We have merch!By Hosts: Jon Kain and Danielle Carolei

Send us a text This week Jon, Danielle and Tyler of Casa Ram Dairy Goats sit down and talk about the results of their lap ai session now that the kids are born. Find out who found success, what they would do differently and if they'd consider doing it in the future. We have merch Tyler's GoatsBy Hosts: Jon Kain and Danielle Carolei

Send us a text In part 2 of our "Raising Kids Right" series, we're diving into the daily care and practices that help turn those adorable babies into thriving future champions, We cover everything from preventing and managing coccidia, to bottle feeding techniques, introducing hay and grain and creating a safe and healthy barn environment for your …

Send us a text Our March has been crazy--how about yours? On this episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura hit on several topics of "madness..." kidding, purchasing semen tanks, ADGA and etc.By Laura Warren-Hughes and Cameron Jodlowski

Send us a text Raising a champion dairy goat starts long before they step into the show ring. It begins the moment that kid hits the ground. In this episode of Ringside we're kicking off part one of our deep dive into raising kids the right way. From evaluating newborns for show potential to setting them up for success with proper handling. We're c…

Send us a text In this episode of Ringside, we sit down with Seth Loudenbeck of Loudenbeck Farms Dairy Goats LLC to explore the future of the dairy industry. From emerging trends to the challenges and innovations shaping the field. Seth shares valuable insights on where the industry is headed, Whether you're a seasoned breeder or just curious about…

Send us a text Kidding season is full of surprises- some wonderful, some downright stressful! In this episode of Ringside, we're joined by Briana Desfosses to talk about everything from textbook deliveries to the most challenging dystocias. We discuss the signs of trouble, when to intervene, and how to handle mispresentations, breech births, and st…

Send us a text Online sales are a new concept to the dairy goat world. Last year, Cameron and Katherine Jodlowski started "the keeper pen sale" to help move dairy goats to the current century. This year they hold their 2nd keeper pen sale with numerous breeders from across the country, offering up the best genetics they can for the sale. Find out w…

Send us a text This week the Ringside Crew talks about emerging trends in the dairy goat industry that the listeners should be aware of. Some of them for the better and some for the worse... tune in and you decide if you agree with their take on Industry trends you need to know! We have merch!By Hosts: Jon Kain and Danielle Carolei

Send us a text On this episode of Goat Gab, Laura and Cameron discuss some "what if's" in the dairy goat world.....come join us in some fantasy/outside the box dreaming and see if you agree.By Laura Warren-Hughes and Cameron Jodlowski

Send us a text Once goat kids start to hit the ground across the country, everyone seems to switch gears to buying or selling goats. There are ways to keep everyone happy during those transactions and today Ringside is here to help you figure out the etiquette behind buying and selling goats. we have merch! our links…

Send us a text In this episode we get so heated that Danielle has to publicly apologize to Jon... we have merch!By Hosts: Jon Kain and Danielle Carolei

Send us a text This week Cameron and Laura sit down with LaDonna Foley of Foley Farm Toggenburgs as we discuss the casein alleles in dairy goats. Find Foley Farms Toggenburgs on the internet HERE: https://ladonnafoley.wixsite.com/foleyfarmsBy Laura Warren-Hughes and Cameron Jodlowski

Send us a text In this episode, we're diving deep into the breeding program at Wolfivan Ranch with Renne Wolf. Known for her impressive herd of Nigerian Dwarf Goats, Renee has rapidly built a reputation for excellence in the world of dairy goats. From developing a successful breeding stategy to earning accolades at a national level, Renee shares th…

Send us a text This week Laura and Cameron sit down with Robyn Van Wyk to discuss 2025 kidding preparations. Find more info about Van Wyk Acres- HERE- https://www.facebook.com/vanwykacresBy Laura Warren-Hughes and Cameron Jodlowski

Send us a text When goats aren't milking and they're main focus is growing kids and staving off the cold, some farmers have a hard time balancing how to keep everyone in good shape. Jon and Danielle are joined by Morgan Allen of Haycreek Farm to discuss balancing nutrition so your goats can remain fit without growing huge kids and bigger bellies. M…

Send us a text Let's go shopping! That's right, Danielle and Jon are filling everyone in on whats in their kidding boxes and what they keep on hand when the magic of kidding season starts! Find our kidding supply lister on our website! our website we have merchBy Hosts: Jon Kain and Danielle Carolei

Send us a text Our annual "gab" with Mr. Craig Koopmann of Pleasant-Grove Dairy Goats focuses on the commercial dairy market, dairy goat sales, running a dairy and choosing animals for shows.By Laura Warren-Hughes and Cameron Jodlowski

Send us a text This week Jon is flying solo and decides to take a deep dive into ADGA Genetics with guest Gene Dershewitz! They don't just talk about the program itself, but they talk about utilizing certain features like searching for type and how to read the reliability of a buck. ADGA Genetics Gene's Goat Herd…

Send us a text This week Danielle and Jon discuss how they prep their does, their facilities and their lives for kidding season. Seriously, they talk about everything from clipping udders, prepping your milk machine to making sure you have enough towels. This is the episode where we talk everything kidding season prep! we have merch! our website…

Send us a text Our annual goal feature where Cameron and Laura discuss accountability, herd goals, and what we hope 2025 will hold.By Laura Warren-Hughes and Cameron Jodlowski

Send us a text After a much-needed break for the Holidays, your faithful hosts return and are joined by Ed Cavanagh to discuss how things are done in Canada when it comes to dairy goats. Find out what makes Canadian dairy goats so special and the challenges breeders face every day to be creative and mindful of their breeding. Ed's Herd Goldenbrooke…

Send us a text On this week's episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura end the year with an episode that captures the essence of "gabbing about goats".....topics that are on our minds.By Laura Warren-Hughes and Cameron Jodlowski

Send us a text This week Danielle and Jon reflect on the 2024 season and the goals they had set. They think about the coming year and what they'd like to accomplish! We have merch!By Hosts: Jon Kain and Danielle Carolei

Send us a text Do you take deposits when people put reservations on your goats? Do you make your buyers pay for health testing? Is it really that big of a deal if Jon's Spotify Unwrapped called him a Swifty? Find out on this episode of Ringside as we unwrap the policies, philosophies and practices of some breeders. we have merch!…

Send us a text On this week's episode of Goat Gab, Laura and Cameron accept the assignment of being Santa's helpers in seeking out the best gift options for the dairy goat enthusiasts in your life.By Laura Warren-Hughes and Cameron Jodlowski

Send us a text This week Danielle and Jon weigh in on a few reddit stories that need to be judged! One story the AITA author yelled at her boyfriend for selling buck rags, another wanted to start a creamery verses a goat yoga minded sibling. We hear about sheep? And a AITA for kicking out a roommate? Tune in to year 3 of Ringside getting judgy!…

Send us a text It's buck collection day and Jon and Danielle sit down with CryoCaprine owner Levi Campbell and assistant Jake Bradford to talk about the collection process and the do's and don'ts along the way. Schedule your stop with CryoCaprine today! http://www.cryocaprine.com https://www.facebook.com/cryocaprine we have merch!…