We are getting very excited! In about two weeks our first “batch” of Saanen babies, known as goat kids, are to be born. Eight moms all seem ready. . .they are serenely lumbering about the farmyard – all now “wide-bodied!” The eight pregnant goats will have 10-12 babies according to the results of the ultrasounds...
Author: gregmontalbano (Greg Montalbano)
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Our special project – Phase 2 1/2
We are pleased to report that the goats responded well to the procedure with minimal discomfort! The next step is that three does will receive Canada’s finest, first class, even more expensive milk goat fertilized embryos. Stay tuned! (Warning: Graphic pictures ahead.) Semen is stored in a liquid nitrogen Dewar flask. Sample taken out and warmed in water bath....
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Our special project – Phase 2
A few weeks ago, CIDR (Controlled Internal Drug Release) vaginal progesterone inserts were placed in the does. The inserts were recently removed and a second hormone administered via injection (picture below). The vet, from the Nutramix feed company, was a highly competent pro. The animals were comfortable, the injections with nary a flinch. The does...
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Our special project!
We are so excited to tell you about our Semen and Embryo Transplant Project at RGD! We have been working on the importation of semen and embryos from Canada for the past year and, at last the special shipment has arrived! The NutraMix feed company has been invaluable with their assistance to make this happen....
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Goodbye 2018!
We hope the holidays have treated you well! As we prepare for the New Year ahead we have lots of exciting news to tell you! Our new website is up and running, please feel free to give us feedback on it. We are featured in the latest edition of Indulge Magazine (Vol II, Issue 5...
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Mentioned in Modern Farmer
Our friends Chris and Lisa Binns at Stush in the Bush have been featured in Modern Farmer, with mention of Ruby Goat Dairy working with them to supply thoughtfully sourced local Jamaican goat cheese. Read more at https://modernfarmer.com/2018/12/stush-in-the-bush/
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5 September 2017 Farm Update
An exciting time! Pregnant goats and delivering goats. Four baby goats were born in the past week. Three to Glenda –two girls (Gabby and Polka Dot) and a boy. Glenda has reliably delivered three babies for each of the three breeding seasons of the Farm’s life. She’s a large goat by Jamaican standards and a...
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10 February 2017 Farm Update
A quick update since it’s been a while: All of our goats have kidded! It’s been rejuvenating, fun and amusing to watch all the little ones hop around and chase their mothers for milk. Late last year we had a “life on the farm” experience when two babies lost their Mom. We are happy to...