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We're nestled on an adorable homestead in Southeastern Connecticut. We are in a centralized location close to major cities such as Boston, New York City, Hartford and Providence, which makes for wonderful networking opportunities.

 

I started farming back in Connecticut in November of 2020 but have been actively working with my own very small herd of Clean, AGS/ADGA Nigerian Dwarf Dairy Goats since 2007 when I started 4H. Our lines trace back to old-style Nigerians that have brought excellent traits from the milking pail into new genetics.

 

After being successful in 4H with both my goats and as a leader, chairing the Dairy Goat Show for my last four years in 4H, I joined FFA in high school. Under the guidance of my advisors, I started a small business using the milk from my goats and started making lip balms and other products. My efforts led me to win in my proficiency category of Agricultural Processing in Connecticut and then I went on to be a National Finalist for Agricultural Processing at the 2016 National FFA Convention & Expo, which I am eternally grateful for. I was also awarded the Star in Agricultural Business for my home chapter of Killingly. In my time as an FFA member, I also competed in Prepared Public Speaking, placing second at the district level and in Livestock Evaluation, placing 5th in the state as an individual consistently for 3 years. I obtained my Greenhand, Chapter, and State Degrees. My prior time in these organizations set me up for my future with my goats.

 

I am an active ADGA and AGS member and participate in all of the programs both organizations have to offer. I started membership with AGS in 2007 and ADGA in 2015. The feedback they offer is imperative to how I continue to run my program. I currently serve on several committees within ADGA that I have been on for the last several years. They include Breed Standards, Publicity/Promotion, Scholarship, and Youth/Youth Events, which I am most passionate about.

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After a change in living situation and life's wonderful circumstances, I have shifted to focusing solely on my herd and expanding the quality and quantity of what I offer in my goats, versus having chickens for production and a roadside stand in addition to the goats. It was a hard choice, but the best move as I navigate the operations mostly solo with the help of my family and mentors. This has also allowed for new opportunities, such as judging local shows in Connecticut & Rhode Island as well as increasing my presence as a certified milk tester for other herds. The shift has been rewarding! I am now on this journey with my amazing life partner, Alex, who takes care of the farm with me full time! They have taken on the goats with me and love them as much as I do, which is a huge blessing in my life and something I had only ever hoped for in a person.

 

As the time goes on and things change, I am hoping to expand our operations more again with the dreams of having a flower farm one day. I also hope to obtain a judging license with ADGA & AGS. We are excited to have you here and hope you will continue to follow us on this wonderful journey!

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- Kristie 

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