The Best Goats for Milk on the Homestead (Top 5 Dairy Goat Breeds)

In this video, we’re looking at the best goats for milk on your homestead!

Did you know that more goat milk is consumed worldwide than any other type, including cow’s milk? Some people prefer the taste of goat’s milk over the alternatives, but that’s not the only reason that up to 65% to 72% of consumed dairy milk comes from goats!

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Goats are more resilient and easier to keep than cows, making them perfect for homesteaders. Goats can survive hot, arid conditions, as well as cold, frosty ones – all the while maintaining a steady supply of healthy milk. You can’t lose!

The creamy texture of goat’s milk comes from its high percentage of buttermilk. Yum! The creaminess varies from breed to breed. Various dairy goat breeds produce different amounts of milk per day, making some more productive than others.

If you’re thinking of getting dairy goats, these factors will no doubt influence your decision.

You’ll also want to bear in mind the characteristics of each dairy breed, including how easy they are to handle, how noisy they are, how much space you need, and how much your goats need to eat! (They get hungry!)

Without further ado, let’s look at the five best breeds of dairy goats and see who takes the top spot as the Queen of Milk.