Kentucky is one of the largest cattle producing states in the east. How do goats fit in with cattle?
Goats and cattle are very complimentary when companion or rotationally grazed. Goats thrive on the abundant forages of Kentucky farms and since there is only about a 20% overlap in the dietary preferences of cattle and goats, the two species do not compete for food. Goats actually improve pastures for cattle by readily consuming plant species not favored by cattle, thus opening more pasture land for the production of desired grasses. Additionally, cattle producers will find the sale of market meat goats to be a welcome addition to their bottom line.
