Archives for Goat Farming
How to Choose the Best Dairy Goat for High Milk Production in Kenya: A Complete Buyer’s Guide
Choosing the right dairy goat is the single most important decision you'll make before starting or expanding a dairy goat enterprise. Learn how to identify high-producing goats, compare the best…
Goat Farming in Kenya: The 2026 Guide to Profitable Meat and Milk Production
Goat farming in Kenya is one of the fastest-growing livestock enterprises in the country. With a national goat population of over 27 million animals, the sector contributes significantly to agricultural…
Goat Farming in Kenya: The 2026 Gold Standard Guide to KES 1.2 Million Annual Profit
Goat Farming in Kenya: 10 Steps to Earn KES Million Profit Goat farming in Kenya is outperforming dairy cows for smallholders. A single cow needs acres of grazing and takes…
Feeding Ewes During Pregnancy and Lactation: Practical Tips for Better Lamb Survival
Pregnancy and lactation are two of the most demanding periods in a ewe’s life. What you do during these stages determines the health of both the mother and her lambs,…
Care and Management of Pregnant and Lactating Goats
Pregnancy and lactation are the two most sensitive stages in a goat’s life. How well you care for the doe during these periods determines not only her survival but also…
Galla Goats vs. East African Local Goats: Why Galla Might Be the Smarter Choice for Farmers
Recently, I came across a discussion comparing Galla goats with the East African local goats that most farmers are used to. It’s a debate that keeps coming up, especially among…
Transforming Livestock Farming: How Goat A.I. in Kirinyaga County is Boosting Farmer Incomes
Farmers in Kirinyaga County are reaping the benefits of a transformative goat Artificial Insemination () programme aimed at boosting goat productivity and farmers income. The program that is a collaboration…
Dairy Goat Farming in Kenya: A Comprehensive Guide to Profits and Sustainability
"Discover the profitability of dairy goat farming in Kenya. Learn about the best breeds, feeding strategies, housing, and a detailed profit analysis to maximize earnings in this lucrative agribusiness." Dairy…
Success and Lessons from Kilifi County’s Goat Farming Initiative
Farmers in Marereni Sub-location, Adu Ward in Kilifi County are witnessing significant improvements in their livelihoods through a community-driven goat farming initiative. Farmers during the receiving of the goats across…
From Two Goats to a Thriving Business: The Inspiring Journey of Robert Macharia in Urban Dairy Goat Farming
Robert Macharia began his agribusiness journey in 2012 with just two goats. He had a simple mission of having milk supply for his family. But a decade later, this venture…