Feeding pregnant goats can be confusing, scary, and complicated for new goat owners (or those new to kidding)! While nutrition in general is a complicated topic, the nutritional requirements of pregnant goats aren’t too daunting, or too different, from the general diet requirements of a goat.
Different herds have different diets. This is something to remember as you ask around for advice, read articles, get mentors, or view all of those Facebook group posts asking “what should I feed my goats?” It’s normal for there to be variations in management styles. What works for one herd may not work for another, because so many factors impact nutrition. Luckily...
Every goat needs minerals; every human needs minerals; every living creature needs minerals! While wild forages do contain minerals that they have absorbed through the soil, it is unlikely that goats will consume enough of these plants (or the right plants, with roots that draw up the most minerals) to supply all of their mineral needs.
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