American Geese
We acquired show quality Buff goslings in spring 2020 from Silver Spring Waterfowl Farm and Pete Dempsey, and a pair of Holderread-line Lavender Ice yearlings from Lannah Kosina.
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Why geese?
Geese can be raised almost exclusively on good pasture for quality, nutritious eggs and meat. They are very hardy in all weather, and resistant to many diseases and parasites that plague turkeys and chickens. Their colorful plumage and the almost pompous air about them makes them extremely entertaining. They are great watch dogs and alert us when things are amiss in the barnyard. Most breeds are excellent parents, and it is fun to watch the little families.
After doing much homework and our own personal experience with goose behavior thus far, we agree with this expert opinion on the subject of "aggressive" geese: "It is the exception rather than the rule for geese to be aggressive, excluding the breeding season when they become protective of their nesting territory and goslings." - Dave Holderread, "The Book of Geese"
Like any livestock, appropriate management can prevent a heap of problems.
WE DO NOT SHIP AT THIS TIME!
Please check back in 2024 to see if shipping is available!
Why geese?
Geese can be raised almost exclusively on good pasture for quality, nutritious eggs and meat. They are very hardy in all weather, and resistant to many diseases and parasites that plague turkeys and chickens. Their colorful plumage and the almost pompous air about them makes them extremely entertaining. They are great watch dogs and alert us when things are amiss in the barnyard. Most breeds are excellent parents, and it is fun to watch the little families.
After doing much homework and our own personal experience with goose behavior thus far, we agree with this expert opinion on the subject of "aggressive" geese: "It is the exception rather than the rule for geese to be aggressive, excluding the breeding season when they become protective of their nesting territory and goslings." - Dave Holderread, "The Book of Geese"
Like any livestock, appropriate management can prevent a heap of problems.
About American Geese:
- Medium Weight Class - 18lbs males, 16lbs females
- Flightless
- Hardy and adaptable
- Intelligent, calm, and curious
- Excellent parents - they will hatch and brood their own young; most will even adopt goslings not their own!
- 25-35 large eggs per year
- Excellent foragers - can be raised exclusively on good pasture during the spring and summer
- Much quieter than most geese breeds, but will sound an alert if there is trouble
- We have Buff and Lavender Ice colors, and plan to add Blue - Buff is an APA approved color, Lavender Ice and Blue are not.
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