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| From the editor: |
A Look Back, a Look Forward:
Our Mission & Wishes for the New Year |
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| By Jennifer Stultz |
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| In the news: |
| Johne’s Information Released by USDA Group |
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| Research Shows Women Thriving in Veterinary Field |
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| Cypress Grove Chévre Wins Four Awards |
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| ADGA 2009 Milk Production Breed Leaders |
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| The Original Henry Milker Makes Life Easier for Dairy Goat Farmers |
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| By Alan Harman |
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| Dairy Goat Herd Management Evolves Through Experience and Research |
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| By Tracy Collier |
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| Kid Care |
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| By John Hibma |
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| Culling: The Key to a Prosperous Herd |
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| By Linda S. Campbell |
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Before an Undercover Activist Strikes:
Be Smart and Do the Right Thing |
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| By Hinda Mitchell |
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| Why Should Goat Breeders Know Their “Parts”? |
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| ByTodd Biddle |
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| Fir Meadow Features Chemical-Free Management Style for Top Lactation Results |
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| By Tim King |
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| Commercial dairy diary: |
| Year-Round Production a Feature of Middle Mountain Goat Dairy |
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| By Squeakie Brown |
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| Judging quiz: |
| Alpine Doe Kid Class |
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| By Todd Biddle |
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| American Goat Federation (AGF) Completes Incorporation |
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| By Linda Campbell |
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| Old-Fashioned Goat Milk Soap |
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| By Suzy Hassler |
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| Photo Gallery |
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