6 Things You Actually Need to Milk a Dairy Goat (Skip the Expensive Gear)

If you’re new to dairy goats, it can feel like you need a whole barn full of equipment before you can start milking. The good news? You really don’t. In this video I’m sharing the 6 things I actually use to milk our dairy goats, plus a few items that many beginners buy but don’t truly need for every goat. My goal is to help you get started with a simple, affordable setup that works. In this video you'll learn: • why a simple set up can help set you up for success • which tools are really necessary for milking goats • the right tools to keep your milk tasting fresh and delicious • which supplies aren't needed for most goats TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 What do you actually need to milk a goat? 00:08 Welcome back to the channel 00:46 1 - My Favorite Milk Stand 01:31 2- Stainless Steel Milking Pail 02:49 3 - Warm Soapy Water 03:07 4 - Method of Straining the Milk 04:00 5 - Glass Jars 04:44 6- Rapid Chilling method 05:32 That’s the list! 06:01 Why you don’t need... 07:26 Check out my membership 🐐 I’d Love to Support You On Your Goat Journey! The Dairy Goat Collective is a membership for milkmaids who want to learn holistic goat care without the overwhelm. Access a growing library of mini courses, private podcast, and monthly live zoom meetings, and be a part of a vibrant community of goat ladies. 👉https://thenestinthewest.com/dairy-go... ​​🌿 FREE RESOURCE — Kidding Supply Guide A helpful checklist (with links!) of all my favorite kidding supplies to help you feel confident and prepared. 👉 Get your free download here: https://lively-block-45106.myflodesk.... 🧀 WANT TO MAKE CHEESE WITH YOUR GOAT MILK? If you’re also planning to turn that fresh milk into delicious cheese, I teach homesteaders how to make beautiful wheels of cheese from start to finish in my online course, Goat Cheese Academy. It’s perfect for beginners or anyone looking to improve their goat milk cheesemaking. 👉 Learn more here: https://thenestinthewest.com/goat-che... 💌 Stay in the Loop Sign up for my email newsletter for regular tips on goat care, homesteading, cheesemaking, and behind the scenes of our farm life. 👉 Sign up here: https://lively-block-45106.myflodesk.... 🌻 Follow Along on Instagram: / nest.in.the.west Thanks so much for watching! Your goat and cheese loving friend, Sarah