A practical, profitable approach to sustainable goat farming
by Jeffrey Peterson
An A-Z guide to raising goats. From setting up your farm, selecting stock, keeping them healthy, raising kids, to selling your livestock, this book will guide you through the many decisions to success.
This isn’t just a book—it’s a well-worn friend, destined for coffee
stains, dog-eared pages, and scribbled notes in the margins. Inside
you’ll find a boots-on-the-ground, A-Z guide to raising goats the
right way—rooted in years of trial, triumph, and a few humbling
headbutts.
From your first fence post to kidding season chaos, pasture
management to parasite battles, this book delivers practical know-how
with a wink and grin, and a deep respect for the animals that
teach us so much. Whether you’re raising goats for profit,
passion, or both, this is the roadmap every new (and not so new)
goat keepers deserve.
Author Jeffrey Peterson has lived the goat life for many years,
cutting teeth with Spanish, Boer, and Nubians before finding his
stride with hardy, no-nonsense New Zealand Kikos. Today, his
kids (the four-legged kind) have traveled far and wide, from New
York to Texas.
With humor, honesty, and a commitment to continuous
improvement, Jeffrey shares not just how to raise better goats,
but how to build a better life, one hoof print at a time.
To all my existing and future goat friends: Welcome to the
journey. Let’s do something great—together.
“concise, easy to digest, serious info presented with some humor... I think everyone should own this book.”
Janine Brissette
Hello, I am Jeff from Natures Nook Farm. I love healthy goats and sharing what I have learned to help others.
Jeff is a passionate goat farmer and advocate for sustainable, hands-on livestock management. With years of experience raising Kiko goats, he has developed a deep understanding of this hardy, fast-growing breed and the benefits it offers to both beginner and experienced goat keepers. In Raising Kiko Goats, Jeff shares real-world knowledge, practical tips, and lessons learned from working closely with his herd. His goal is simple: to help others raise healthy, productive goats with confidence—whether for meat production, breeding, or a self-reliant lifestyle. Jeff lives in Good Hope, Georgia, where he continues to expand his herd, mentor new farmers, and explore better ways to care for land and livestock. When he’s not in the field, Jeff enjoys spending time outdoors, working on his farm, and connecting with others in the farming community.