Thankfully, there are a number of Spanish Goat Registry Certified Sawyer breeders committed to carrying on the legacy of the Sawyer Bloodline that can be found on our Breeder List. Goats at Muddy Run Farm have access to pasture year round. Bloodline Genetics:Listed Bloodlines have undergone a thorough investigation and evaluation of herd history, phenotype, and DNA sampling. That buck was from the Valera strain. ?Live Oaks and Shin Oaks factor greatly into their diets, and Robert Kensing keeps an eye on the Shin Oaks to make sure that the goats do not eat them all down to the roots. Unfortunately, Preston Faris, Jane Sawyer-Davis, Edwin Sawyer, and Joe Preston Neely are nolonger running the Sawyer Bloodline. He sought to breed goats with good coats, and more hair. She is a twin female from Nestle and sister to Nutrageous. Most of our sales take place at the farm. In his final years Rob Baylis began to suffer from Alzheimers disease. Predation is fought through Wildlife Services employees, private aerial services, observations in sign and livestock behavior, and diligence on the part of the rancher. These bloodlines bring outstanding qualities: hardiness, ruggedness, and the ability to thrive in difficult environments. Salt blocks or loose salt powder are also provided regularly. There are two basic criteria for the Fullblood Spanish Goat designation: 1) The actual bloodline(s) of the goat are not known, and/or 2) The bloodlines are known but more than two have been used and therefore the goat is designated as Fullblood Spanish Goat. Please email Diane at dianekull94@gmail.com.Posted February 26, 2022email. The black coats are striking and accentuate the goats?good conformation. Kidding April through May effectively avoids eagle predation. Ewes typically deliver twins and show excellent maternal qualities. And have also added some heavily-cashmered Syfan goats, and some Smoke Ridge.The Morefields have been pleased that in their recollection, theyve never had a bad mom in their herd. When a good buck can be replaced with a better buck, so be it, and the culled older bucks usually go to hunting programs where their horns are prized by hunters.Syfan sells mature does, bucks, bucklings, and a few doelings to breeders. 2 yr Nanny and doe kid, 5 year old nanny and twin bucks, long yearling billy. His herd sported horns that went straight back. Syfan maintains that Spanish goats are the best and most versatile goats in the Hill Country of central Texas, as they provide meat, cashmere, and have the unsurpassed ability to clear land and control brush. The family began to breed the goats to bring out their vigor and strength, developing a line that both breeders of Spanish goats and non-Spanish goats want to breed into their herds. The Karakul wool is well known among hand spinners because of its array of colors. 2 generations from NZ Ravenswood, 3 from UK Parson's Pride, and dam line doubles to AUS Ostler's Hill Chequers. Those were the days when Spanish goats were used as brush goats, and goat meat was just a by-product. The result of his attention to their coats led to an all-black Spanish herd with heavy cashmere. If a doe has twins or triplets, she usually wont kid out the following year. Salt blocks or loose salt powder are also provided regularly.Peter and Rosa do hoof trimming approximately twice a year. Our next 2 doelings came from Diane Kull. These billies can be DNA Registered GOLD. Like the Baylis line, they tend to be smaller than some of their southwestern counterparts: nannies average about 70 lbs and billies average about 90 lbs. His goats have gone to 27 states, and, although they are meat goats, many clients have bought them for their cashmere. We decided to take a giant step and create an interactive Breeder Website and Database that combines All Things Pure Spanish Goats into SPANISH GOATS, LLC. Eagles pose another problem. The width, length and bend of the ear can be signs of cross-breeding as well as thickness, twist and curl of the horns, and profile of the nose. At Redrange Farm we believe in regenerative, sustainable farming, leaving the smallest possible carbon footprint. We appreciate your patience as we work to resolve this issue. Overall Breed Standard:As as a result of the adaptability of the Fullblood Spanish breed and the differences among the bloodlines, it is not feasible to establish a prescriptive breed standard. All of our pigs are registered with the AMBA and all intact piglets will come registered. However, the following list of goats are represented by DNA Sampling in our Genetic Database. The Papes find that jennies stay more focused if not in pairs, but sometimes will run ragged protecting the herd and still have difficulty keeping coyotes at bay. Two big, beautiful bucks from a Sonora breeder (no longer in the business), and some bucks from Bill Brown (now deceased) in Menard. Call 303-882-6259 or garryboozer123@gmail.comPosted March 22, 2022, Alva, Florida: SGR GOLD Certified Breeder Paul Persaud at Sunsplash Farms, LLC has 2021 Pure Spanish Goat Billies available. Verified and Certified Breeders are all listed on the BREEDER LIST PAGE. Anatolians, Maremmas, and crosses thereof, guard the goats at home or off property at weed projects, at approximately one dog per 100 goats.Nearly one third of the doe herd is Fullblood Spanish, and every few years those does are bred to a Fullblood Spanish buck to make a new batch of mother goats. The entire Smoke Ridge doeherd is sorted into groups of approximately 75 animals, and a single buck is put with each group for three and a half weeks. Peter and Rosa do hoof trimming approximately twice a year. Barbados Blackbelly rams are hearty survivors that adapt well to a variety of habitats including marginal pasture overrun with brush and invasive plants. That initial selection has served us well, as its plain to see the variety, hardiness, and survival sense in our goat herd. The following information is a very basic set of criteria we evaluate when verifying as Fullblood Spanish and making the determination to SGR DNA Register. But when visitors come to the house, their eyes are riveted on the gigantic 1860s old oak post barn. Egg color varies from light to dark brown. Weinheimer has killed approximately 100 coyotes in the past three years. In 1991, Zona Koy Hunt purchased 20 Spanish nannies. We do not use any hormones or medicated feed. Muddy Run Farm, set in the historic Virginia Piedmont, is home to goats, llamas, donkeys and horses. If the Dam is Baylis and the Sire is Low Country then the offspring is Low Country/Baylis. On the coast of South Carolina, on a plantation that dates back to our founding families, is a small river island, home to the Lowcountry herd. Good goat mothers are rewarded with a strong clan and allies. Only productive nannies are retained for breeding.The Herd is selected for black coloring due to the advantages of fewer cases of pink eye and less fly issues. Unfortunately those old Spanish genetics of his goats were lost due to out-crossing with Boers.Shurley has seen the population of Spanish goats drop from well over half a million to todays hard-to-find goats numbering perhaps 7,000 nationwide. Breed Identifiers and Descriptors:The Spanish goat is a local landrace breed and has variations between sources/ranches/bloodlines. They have slightly different horns, and different, less gentle, temperaments than the rest. And recently, they did it again. It is import to check them over when unloading and make sure they do not have a temperature, runny eyes, runny nose or diarrhea. Foxes require a lot of interaction and care to maintain their socialization and ensure their happiness. Shurley passed away in April, 2009. The does have tight udders, avoiding scratches and scrapes that prevent kids from nursing.Their original Valera buck sired the herd from 1996 until its death in 2001. Then all the does are put back together, with only a single cleanup buck, for another week Does are exposed to kid in the late Spring (May/June) so that the slaughter kids can be sold in the late Fall/Winter, when prices for milk tooth kids are highest. Joe Preston & Sarah Neely, Jane Davis-, Sawyer, and Edwin Sawyer raised the Sawyer Bloodline Spanish goats for decades behind their. The dogs are Great Pyrenees, Akbash, and Anatolian, and Syfan asserts that its not necessarily which breed of livestock guardian dog is best, but whether or not the dog itself is effective. Spanish goats have a distinct gate and body posture. However, the original gene pool was not swamped by this, and the Weinheimer bloodline retains some unique Spanish genes.Among the herd may be found a dozen or so blue goats. La Flche are a dual purpose breed, they lay nice sized whitish eggs of good quality. The goats working on one of their favorites - Autumn Olive (Elaeagnus umbellata) Livestock (Inventory and Sales) We have registered and commercial Katahdin sheep (butcher lambs and replacement females and males), Spanish goats (Balyis and Kensing lines), and butcher beef and commercial bulls and females. Where Baylis lived, closer to the river, there were hardwoods as well as pines, and the goats foraged on Yaupon bushes and Bluestem grass. However, we do find fault with the following as it relates to SGR DNA Registration even though these factors may not hinder commercial production: More than two teats and teat tags, a split scrotum of more than 1 inch, over/under bites, roll over hooves, and too much cow-hock in the hind end (however, the cow-hock is what facilitates the speed and the ability to climb trees in the Spanish Goat Breed), Roman nose, dropping large wide ears, horns that do not curl and/or twist. Some areas on the island became impassable over time due to dense brush encroachment or impassable swamp.As time went on, the goats were harvested less frequently, but by then new predators were present: feral hogs. His dogs (with help from the donkeys) deter and fend off coyotes, foxes, wild hogs, and they also watch for eagles. Join our email list to receive farm news and promotional offers. They also have some old goats that they keep for life at the farm: these older goats kid just as often but usually only have one kid.Like most Spanish goats, Muddy Run goats are disease-free, sturdy, and long-living. "Chester" a large bodied, classic type, high luster ram prospect for your purebred line. The heavy, cashmere helps keep these goats in good body condition during the winter months. This adaptability is reflected in the differences in the physical appearance of the Spanish goat bloodlines. However, solid colored bodies are preferred.In the heart of sheep and goat country, coyotes had once been eradicated. Goats are very intelligent; they will eat what is essential to their individual needs. John Moody out of IA raised his Sawyers on grass without shelters all year long. Sired by Top Selling Sire at the 2020 Spanish Goat Gathering. Lambs were more expensive than goats. Preston Faris also focused on eliminating the cow-hocked and flat ribbed genetics fromthe Sawyer Bloodline. Heritage breeds are from an era long ago before industrial agriculture and mainstream practices. Some of the Spanish goats most prominent traits are: high frequency of pregnancies, great maternal instincts, hardiness, and essential good health. The Barbados Blackbelly breed evolved in the Caribbeanto tolerate parasites, hot and humid weather and variable diet. They are good foragers with an active but not flighty temperament and are not aggressive with people. Sired by Top Selling Sire at the 2020 Spanish Goat Gathering. At the time of marking kids in July, dry nannies are sold. Had single ram lamb this year. PSG (75% Valera/25%Baylis) by Diane Kull 1 This is Swirl (SOLD). One adult on the island is polled. However, it soon became evident that some good replacements were being overlooked. Our purpose is to breed longevity, into the herd. They were of various colors. The Fullblood Spanish Goat bloodline designation is used to identify a goat as Fullblood Spanish without the need for verification of the actual bloodlines that created the goat. There are no natural water sources for the goats, so they drink from troughs. Purebred rams of multiple ages and bloodlines available. On Weinheimers 2,200 acres, some areas are safer than others, and goats are moved or separated in response to how coyotes are working the different pastures. In September, bucks are leased out for breeding, and in December they return home, and are left to forage. Will be weaned, halter trained and ready to go in September. Their original Valera buck sired the herd from 1996 until his death in 2001. Use this link: BREEDER LIST. They also raise Savanna and Savanna-cross goats, but the Papes keep the different breeds on separate ranches in the area. All my seed stock is registered GOLD KOY Fullblood. The family began to breed the goats to bring out their vigor and strength, developing a line that both breeders of Spanish goats and non-Spanish goats want to breed into their herds. Redrange Farm is located in New Salem, PA with a mission to preserve our agricultural legacy through heirloom produce, heritage breed livestock, and sustainable agriculture; thus preserving the land, air, water and biodiversity for future generations. We currently have around 15 bucklings available for sale. The Kensings had just purchased property in Menard, and although they still lived 60 miles away, they put the goats on the new land. They were Kensings first goats. Named after Eugene Bradshaw, Christoval, Texas. She is very quiet, ties and stands to have her feet trimmed. He wants numbers, and has participated in goat performance tests since 1995. Kensing has worked hard to control the cacti and Mesquite on his ranch. Copyright 2020 | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | PO BOX 477, 33 Hillsboro St, Pittsboro, NC 27312, Login to your Heritage Breed Marketplace account. This herd has been isolated for at least two decades. Food with integrity, nutrients, and great taste. They are only fed enough to keep them following a feed sack when its time to gather. Starting in 1995, Muddy Run Farm has been breeding Spanish uninterruptedly. Named after The Allison Ranch Family, Rocksprings, TexasAllison Ranch goats have been operated as a closed herd since 1960. They are more vigilant during spring and autumn when the ground is very soft and muddy (hence the farm name). Even his grandfather kept Spanish goats for the family table, and Bode loves goat meat barbecued, baked, and fried. Every legal means is used from the ground to the air.In early 2014 Bill Stallworth sold all of the livestock and leased the ranch to Michael Kissire. They are available about September 1st. Roosters will average around 9 1/2 lbs while the Hens average 7 1/2 lbs live weight. Spanish Goat AssociationBreeder List ~ For Sale Page ~ Bloodline Descriptions, Spanish Goat RegistryBreeder Guidelines ~ List of DNA Registered Goats ~ Registered & Certified Breeder Map, Spanish Goat GatheringEvent details and Auction Catalogs, Spanish Goat RoundupEvent details and Auction Catalogs, FormsRequired Bill of Sale ~ Breeder ID Application ~ DNA Spreadsheet. Peter and Rosa brought in a new Spanish buck for three years (20002002) to refresh the herds bloodline. Color does not factor into breeding choices at all, so the herd shows a great variety of, colors, and there are varying levels of cashmere. Joe Preston also did an annual buck test to. Silver Rabbits for sale, both non-pedigreed for meat production and pedigreed for show, meat production or pets. Sire is Samuel out of Dempsey Perkins line. Other predators include eagles, ravens, raccoons, and bobcats. Their original Valera buck sired the herd from 1996 until its death in 2001. Each bloodline has a sample of five females and one male. The Kensings breed for kidding in January and wean the bucklings in April. Thus Uno found a reprieve from the BBQ pit and a new home on Shurleys ranch in Sonora, Texas. Caring For The Spanish Goat 1. He asserts that theyre best there is.History of Bode herd from Gene Bode, January 2008. Become a Member of The Livestock Conservancy. The commitment of all Fullblood Spanish goat breeders to stick with known origins and cull any signs of cross-breeding will ensure the genetic diversity and longevity of the Fullblood Spanish Goat Breed. Unique looking with their 'V' shaped comb, glossy black plummage and white earlobes. The bird will dress out at about 85% of its weight. We currently have around 15 bucklings available for sale. His methods are simple and effective. Spanish goats are usually horned, and the horns on bucks may be large and twisted. When the shearers came, the crew would camp out on the ranch. Howdy Folks ~ the Spanish Goat Association Resource Website that was created back in 2007 by Leslie Edmundson with less than 50 Breeders has grown into a group of 283 committed Pure Spanish Goat Producers (not all choose to be listed) that want to Preserve and Promote the Pure Spanish Goat Breed! Color does not factor into breeding choices at all, so the herd shows a great variety ofcolors, and there are varying levels of cashmere. Joe Preston also did an annual buck test toensure that he was retaining the best meat billies possible to continue the genetics of his herd. Proven excellent mothers. He was bred to a herd of Spanish goats brought to Muddy Run in 1996 from a doctor who was retiring in southwest Virginia. The dogs couldnt catch the crows, or keep up with all of them. The farm grows and bales hay onsite, which includes fescue, orchard grass, and clover. He found out that Eugene Bradshaw in El Dorado, Texas had put together a group of 900 Spanish nannies; Shurley chose what he considered to be the top 49 nannies out of the bunch and bought them. The Spanish goat Bloodline Foundation breeders agreed to close their herds to Fullblood Spanish genetics from that point forward if they had not done so already. Like many Texas ranchers, Eugene Bradshaw was born into goat ranching. Peter and Rosa have endeavored to keep the more Spanish does to be bred to the bucks, maintaining the Spanish characteristics in the herd. They typically give birth to twins twice a year.In 2008, The American Livestock Breeds Conservancy (ALBC) learned of the existence of these feral goats. The above description of the Koy Ranch Bloodline was written by Koy Adcock in 2009. The goats are kept friendly with occasional very small amounts of corn: about a handful per goat per week is all it takes. 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