Goat products have become a new age choice for consumers. At the same time goats are an increasingly popular choice for farmers looking to diversify or country dwellers who wish to provide for their families from a small acreage.

Whether you're looking for some luxurious mohair or cashmere, nutritious and delicious goat milk and cheese, lean succulent chevon, goat milk bath and beauty products, or the goat itself, we invite you to follow the links to find out more.

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June 29, 2010:
Do you operate a small-scale farm?  Have your say! The Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council is researching the labour needs on farms with less than $100,000 in gross receipts. Your responses will be used to better understand employment needs of smaller farms and will ensure that operations from Alberta are represented in the research. Go to http://www.cahrc-ccrha.ca or call CAHRC at 1-866-430-7457 ext. 228 to complete the survey by phone. All respondents can enter for a chance to win $100. About CAHRC: The Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council (CAHRC) was created to address human resource issues facing agricultural businesses across Canada. CAHRC works with industry leaders, governments, and education stakeholders to research, develop and communicate solutions to the challenges in agriculture employment and skills development.

June 27, 2010:
Meg Smart, DVM, is one of Canada's favourite 'goat vets'. She has developed a blog to promote her new book "A Goat Production Manual, Second Edition" and goats in general. Her goal is to use this site to answer questions about goats whether related to their health, nutrition, production or management. VISIT BLOG

June 25, 2010:
In celebration of the 75th anniversary of the Canadian Federation of Agriculture, the CFA is holding a photo contest as well as an agricultural awards banquet to showcase the work of producers and farm groups who strive to raise awareness and foster growth of agriculture in Canada. Deadline for photos and awards is September 10. For more information, please visit the CFA website.

May 31, 2010:
Pasture Recovery Initiative for Eligible Livestock Producers
Livestock producers in eligible counties and municipal districts in Alberta and Saskatchewan will receive funding from federal and provincial governments under the Pasture Recovery Initiative to buy feed while damaged pastures recover from the dry conditions. Under this program, a total of $114 million dollars is available to eligible livestock producers, in the form of per head payments for eligible breeding stock. The rate for goats (breeding livestock) is $10 per head. Only certain areas of the province qualify.Click the link below for further information.
Pasture Recovery Initiative

March 6, 2010:
An AGBA seminar was held Saturday, March 6 at Lethbridge, Alberta. "Goat Information Day" featured speakers on a these topics: selecting and breeding dairy goats for optimal type and production; probiotics and prebiotics: what are they and how can they help your goats; and basic principles of herd health and management for goats. Watch for a report on the event in the weeks to come.

February 10, 2010:
Masterfeeds in Didsbury has joined AGBA's Merchant Partner Program. VIEW

January 10, 2010:
AGBA has been asked by the Alberta Chief Veterinarian's Office to help spread the word, to its members who also have cattle, about changes to the BSE surveillance program for cattle. VIEW

December 9, 2009:
AGBA director Myrna Coombs has been elected president of the Canadian National Goat Federation. For more information about the Federation, visit their website

September 8, 2009:

Sunterra Meats is still interested in buying goats from producers. Phone 1-800-363-6602. Sunterra has increased its weight preference to around 85 to 100 lbs. Animals must be 12 months or younger. They are WILLING to take BUCKS, weathers, and does. No Culls. No Miniatures or Exotic Breeds.

July 15, 2009:
A collaborative project between the Alberta Goat Breeders Association and Alberta Lamb Producers, funded by the Diversified Livestock Fund of Alberta, has produced three comprehensive modules on the topics of reproduction, nutrition, and health of sheep and goats in Alberta. All three are now available for free download from the AGBA website or for purchase as a set on a CD or in print form in a binder. VIEW

June 23, 2009:
With funding from the Diversified Livestock Fund of Alberta, AGBA has produced two comprehensive reports: An Analysis of the Current Goat Industry with a Focus on Alberta and Alberta Goat Breeders Association market Research Report. They are both available for download or for purchase on a CD or in print form. VIEW

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