Goat Farming and Feral Children with Kelli Foreman, of Kodiak Goat Dairy

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Kelli Foreman, a farmer in Alaska, shares her experiences of running a goat dairy and living on an island. She discusses the challenges of growing food in Alaska, including the need to import supplies and the limited options for transportation. Kelli also talks about the isolation of living on an island and the difficulties of accessing veterinary care. She shares her journey of transitioning from Nebraska to Alaska and the unique farming opportunities and programs she has developed. Kelli also discusses the importance of embracing the chaos of parenting and farming. In this conversation, Kelli Foreman shares her experiences and insights as a mother of three boys. She discusses the challenges and joys of motherhood, embracing individuality, and finding a balance between work and play with her kids. Kelli also talks about her parenting struggles, including dealing with intense emotions in her youngest son. She emphasizes the importance of not judging other parents and encourages a supportive and understanding approach. Kelli's unique perspective and down-to-earth advice provide valuable insights for parents navigating the ups and downs of raising children.

Takeaways

Running a farm in Alaska comes with unique challenges, such as limited access to supplies and veterinary care.Living on an island can be isolating, but it also offers opportunities for unique farming experiences.Creating educational programs and internships can help teach children about farming and agriculture.Parenting and farming can be challenging, but embracing the chaos and finding support can make it more manageable. Embrace your individuality as a mother and find what works best for you and your children.Enjoy spending time with your kids and create a deeper relationship with them.Parenting can be challenging, but it's important to remember that every child is different and has their own unique needs.Teach your kids the value of work and involve them in household tasks and responsibilities.

Connect with Kelli on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kodiakgoatdairy/

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Crazy Goat Lady03:03 Running a Goat Dairy in Alaska04:02 Challenges of Growing Food in Alaska05:12 Living on an Island and Transportation Challenges06:33 Transporting Animals and Supplies07:10 The Adventure of Animal Transport08:52 Living in Alaska and Nebraska Roots09:54 Transition to Farming and Moving to Alaska11:48 Family and Farming in Alaska12:10 Challenges of Veterinary Care in Alaska13:37 Isolation and...

We're glad you're joining us for another episode of Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, please tell a friend (or two) and be sure to rate and review us wherever you're listening! If you want to help us keep buying coffee and paying our editor, you can make a monthly pledge on Patreon to help us stay on the air.

 You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and if you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch.

Kelli Foreman, a farmer in Alaska, shares her experiences of running a goat dairy and living on an island. She discusses the challenges of growing food in Alaska, including the need to import supplies and the limited options for transportation. Kelli also talks about the isolation of living on an island and the difficulties of accessing veterinary care. She shares her journey of transitioning from Nebraska to Alaska and the unique farming opportunities and programs she has developed. Kelli also discusses the importance of embracing the chaos of parenting and farming. In this conversation, Kelli Foreman shares her experiences and insights as a mother of three boys. She discusses the challenges and joys of motherhood, embracing individuality, and finding a balance between work and play with her kids. Kelli also talks about her parenting struggles, including dealing with intense emotions in her youngest son. She emphasizes the importance of not judging other parents and encourages a supportive and understanding approach. Kelli's unique perspective and down-to-earth advice provide valuable insights for parents navigating the ups and downs of raising children.

Takeaways

Running a farm in Alaska comes with unique challenges, such as limited access to supplies and veterinary care.Living on an island can be isolating, but it also offers opportunities for unique farming experiences.Creating educational programs and internships can help teach children about farming and agriculture.Parenting and farming can be challenging, but embracing the chaos and finding support can make it more manageable. Embrace your individuality as a mother and find what works best for you and your children.Enjoy spending time with your kids and create a deeper relationship with them.Parenting can be challenging, but it's important to remember that every child is different and has their own unique needs.Teach your kids the value of work and involve them in household tasks and responsibilities.

Connect with Kelli on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kodiakgoatdairy/

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Crazy Goat Lady03:03 Running a Goat Dairy in Alaska04:02 Challenges of Growing Food in Alaska05:12 Living on an Island and Transportation Challenges06:33 Transporting Animals and Supplies07:10 The Adventure of Animal Transport08:52 Living in Alaska and Nebraska Roots09:54 Transition to Farming and Moving to Alaska11:48 Family and Farming in Alaska12:10 Challenges of Veterinary Care in Alaska13:37 Isolation and Challenges of Living on an Island15:23 Food Security and Importing Supplies17:34 Living in a Small Town on an Island18:43 Maintaining Privacy and Balance in a Small Community20:53 Taking Breaks and Finding Support22:19 Creating a Farming YouTube Channel25:25 Expanding Farm Programs and Internships26:04 Raising Livestock for Meat28:47 Teaching Kids about Farming and Agriculture31:50 The Challenges of Parenting and Farming35:06 The Importance of Embracing the Chaos39:56 Creating an 1800s Farming YouTube Channel41:36 The Disappearing Small Farm44:20 The Challenges of Parenting Young Children45:17 Becoming a Mom and Embracing Individuality46:20 Birth Experiences and Parenting Styles47:24 Enjoying Time with Kids48:23 Parenting Struggles and Challenges50:32 Dealing with Intense Emotions in Children55:47 Work and Play with Kids57:15 Teaching Kids to Work59:45 Not Judging Other Parents01:00:26 County Fair Category: Doing Things Pretty Good01:02:11 Regional Food Specialties and Acceptance01:03:30 Not Judging Other Parents01:06:28 Social Media and Contact Information


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