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Get Goat Wise | Meat Goats, Dairy Goats, Self-Sufficiency, Sustainable Farm, Homesteading, Off-Grid, LivestockAuthor: Millie Bradshaw - Animal Scientist, Rancher, Homesteader
** TOP 2.5% GLOBALLY RANKED PODCAST **Are you concerned about the current food supply? Do you want to be more self-sufficient? Are you longing to raise goats and other animals for food but dont know where to start? Do you wish you had a mentor to walk you through raising livestock?Im so glad youre here!In this podcast youll learn all about raising goats and other livestock, sustainable management systems that will keep you and your animals happy and healthy, and strategies to get self-sufficient by raising your own livestock for food.Hi, Im Millie. Animal Scientist, cattle girl turned goat rancher, co-owner of Dry Creek Livestock, and simple living enthusiast. Fifteen years ago, I began having severe joint pain that limited my mobility and affected every aspect of my life. With no answers from the medical community, I got to work researching and found that chemicals in our food supply were causing my problems. I removed them from my diet, and gradually my health and mobility were restored. Since then, Ive been on a mission to raise all of our own meat, eggs, and dairy. Ive put three decades of experience and a Masters Degree in Animal Science together to teach you how to confidently raise livestock and give them the best life possible while fulfilling their ultimate purpose of nourishing your family, and Im ready to share it with you!If youre ready to take control of your food supply, raise livestock with confidence, and provide your family with clean, healthy food, youre in the right place!Kick off your muck boots, pour a cup of coffee, and lets talk livestock.Email us: millie@drycreekpastures.comGet premium meat fresh from the ranch: drycreekheritagemeats.comSee whats happening on the ranch: www.instagram.com/drycreekpastures Language: en Genres: Education, How To, Kids & Family, Pets & Animals Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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91 | Seasonal Planning for Livestock: How We Plan a Ranch Year Without Burning Out
Monday, 5 January, 2026
Planning with livestock isn’t about filling a calendar—it’s about working with seasons, weather, animals, and real life. In this episode, I’m sharing what’s happening on our ranch right now, how we plan a full livestock year, and why I’ve stopped trying to force rigid schedules that don’t fit the reality of ranch life. I walk through our annual rhythm with goats, cattle, fencing, meat sales, and family life, breaking down what each season typically holds and how those rhythms shape our planning decisions. From winter breeding and paperwork to spring kidding prep, summer grazing and county fair, and fall weaning and breeding plans, this episode gives you a realistic look at how a working ranch year actually unfolds. We also talk about what’s changing for us in 2026—adjustments in breeding decisions, pasture and seeding experiments, a major perimeter fence project, and shifts in meat sales and time commitments. I share why flexibility has become a priority, how over-scheduling creates frustration, and what it looks like to plan with wider margins instead of tighter timelines. If you’ve ever felt behind because your plans didn’t survive weather, animals, kids, or life in general, this episode is here to give you permission to plan differently. Seasonal planning isn’t less disciplined—it’s more honest. And for many of us, it’s the only way to stay steady long-term. In This Episode, I Cover: What’s happening on the ranch right now and how weather affects daily decisions How we plan a livestock year around seasons instead of rigid schedules A realistic walkthrough of our ranch year, from breeding to weaning What’s changing for us in 2026 and why flexibility matters How infrastructure projects reduce labor and stress long-term Why overplanning creates frustration—and what we’re doing instead Key Takeaways: Livestock planning works best when it follows seasons, not calendars Weather, animals, and family life will always change the plan Rigid timelines often increase stress instead of progress Planning with margin creates steadiness and resilience Seasonal rhythms support long-term stewardship and sustainability Related Episodes: 02 | Overwhelmed? 4 Steps to Create a Practical Plan for Adding Livestock to Your Homestead Successfully 06 | What Livestock Should I Get First? My Top Pick for Your First Homestead Animals 30 | Livestock Decision-Making: What to do When You Make a Wrong Decision and How to Use that Information to Make Progress 53 | Livestock and Land Management that Works WITH Your Environment and Resources, Not Against Them All the Best, Millie Resources & Links: Leave a review on Apple Podcasts + grab the free Kidding Due Date Chart: https://www.getgoatwise.com/kidding-chart Get Dry Creek meat: https://drycreekheritagemeats.com Join my insider email list: https://www.getgoatwise.com/insider Join the free community: https://www.getgoatwise.com/community Email me: millie@drycreekpastures.com See ranch life on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drycreekpastures/ Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and should not be considered veterinary advice. Always consult a licensed veterinarian for animal health guidance.
