Dairy Goats
Did you know that people drink goat's milk? In fact, more people in the world drink goat's milk than dairy cattle's milk. The dairy goat project is a great way for members to learn about agriculture around the world while the goats are in the backyard. 4-H members may start with a doe and then raise kids to create their own dairy goat herd.
Things to Learn/Do in the Project
Age 7-9
- Identify dairy goat breeds
- Manage and care for a dairy goat
- Learn to show a goat
Age 10-13
- Learn to care, train and handle dairy goats safely
- Care for equipment and facilities needed for dairy goats
- Chart the growth of a kid
Age 14 and Older
- Develop a heard health calendar
- Keep milk production records
- Learn of by-products
- Explore dairy goat careers
Links
Project Materials
Reasonably priced materials are available for every project in Kansas 4-H. You can order the materials for your project online or contact your local Extension Office.
Dairy Goats (GD 100)
General Dairy Goat Resources
Project Leader Resources
Additional Resources - Veterinary Science
- From Airdales to Zebras (ages 7-10)
- All Systems Go (ages 11-13)
- On the Cutting Edge (ages 14+)
- Veterinary Science Helper's Guide
- Nebraska 4-H Veterinary Science
Awards and Recognition
*Includes both Dairy Cattle and Dairy Goats
County Level
Award: Medal presented at your 4-H Achievement Banquet
State Level
Award: Medallion
National Level
Award: $400 National 4-H Congress Scholarship
