Goats

We support the state’s goat industry through a variety of in-person and online programming, apps and resources. In addition to the annual Sheep and Goat Expo, we provide continued education and networking opportunities for producers in addition to the latest information and research related to markets, health, reproduction and genetics.

Related Departments: Animal Science

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Livestock Guard Dogs

This publication explains how guardian dogs protect flocks and herds. It also outlines breed selection, training, care, the economics of guardian dogs, and the relevant impacts they can have on ranch enterprises.

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Programs

We offer numerous free and affordable programs on agriculture and natural resources, family and community health, economic health and youth development. We also offer many volunteer opportunities. Browse the list below.
Program

The Texas 4-H Agriculture & Livestock Program provides a variety of unbiased resources for 4-H/FFA families, leaders and volunteers interested in youth livestock projects and agricultural advocacy.

Sheep & Goat Expo

This unique sheep and goat event provides producers and other interested persons the opportunity to attend educational presentations.  The speakers are experts in the industry. This program meets the needs of a very diverse sheep and goat industry.

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  • Program

    The Texas 4-H Agriculture & Livestock Program provides a variety of unbiased resources for 4-H/FFA families, leaders and volunteers interested in youth livestock projects and agricultural advocacy.

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  • Project

    The 4-H goat project offers outstanding opportunities for individuals to gain experience in decision-making, record keeping, responsibility, sportsmanship and leadership.

    Goat eating a carrot
  • Tools and Apps

    The TickApp for Texas and the Southern Region has been developed to provide citizen consumers and professional practitioners with a convenient guide to the identification of ticks impacting humans, livestock, companion animals, and wildlife.

  • Service

    TVMDL has 11 syndrome specific diagnostic plans to assist clients in efficient diagnostic testing strategies based on clinical signs or gross necropsy findings.

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  • Lab

    The Texas Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory, TVMDL, includes four diagnostic laboratories serving veterinarians, livestock producers and government agencies.

    Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory

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