Artificial colors are everywhere in today’s world, and most consumers are familiar with their presence in food and household products. But did you know that these controversial colorants are also included in countless personal care, skin care, and cosmetic products? It’s true – artificial colors and dyes have extended their...
Olive oil is a staple ingredient for most households and one that you likely have in your pantry right now. But did you know that it has a multitude of uses that extend well beyond the kitchen? It’s true! Olive oil is a hard-working ingredient that doesn’t just stop at...
At one point or another, we have probably all interacted with deliciously sweet-smelling, or otherwise strongly scented skincare products. They’re especially common during the fall and holiday seasons, as scents such as “pumpkin spice” and “sugar cookies” hit the shelves in every form of skincare imaginable. But did you know...
Coconut oil has been around for centuries, with evidence of coconut flesh being used for healing and consumption as far back as four thousand years ago. With the invention of the refinement process in the 1800s, coconut oil consumption grew and new uses for the product were discovered. In recent...
Palm Oil is a common ingredient in many household products and foods, and has caused quite a bit of controversy in recent years. While palm oil trees were once grown simply for their ornamental qualities, they are now driving a global industry that touches almost every area of production, from...
Applying deodorant is just another habit in our morning routine, as natural as brushing our teeth or washing our face. As we rush to get ready each morning, our deodorant isn't something we put much thought into…but should we? Sure, deodorant and antiperspirants keep us dry and feeling fresh throughout...
Goat Yoga has exploded in popularity over the last few years – quite possibly boosted by adorable marketing shots of baby goats frolicking amongst participants, or the rise of online goat videos. Whatever it is, goat yoga has taken the country and internet by storm, giving way to a viral...
What do you think a loofah is, and where does it come from? Chances are, you probably answered that it is a sea sponge, grown underwater somewhere in the ocean. This is by far the most frequent, and widely believed answer! So, while you’re in good company, you would be...
When it comes to typical “farm animals” and livestock, goats are often an overlooked option. While we love our little goats, they are not often at the forefront of discussion when it comes to agriculture! With our farmer’s market schedule now in full swing, we are meeting so many new...
We talk a lot about our goat milk soap…but goat milk can make far more than just skincare products! In fact, about ten years ago when we began milking our goats, goat milk cheese was one of the first things we created! One of our favorite cheeses to create was...
In college, I had a friend who was, admittedly, a stereotypical city kid. As an agricultural economics major, a good deal of my homework involved issues or problems that would arise in production agriculture – so when my homework involved planning calving to achieve maximum milk production in dairy cows,...
This month’s blog post is the second installment of our series on kidding! If you missed our last post, make sure you go back and read that here. Sugar is one of our many does due this spring! In last month’s post, we detailed our planning process for kidding season,...
