Guest Tiffany Hartung shares her personal experiences making cheeses with cow milk and sheep milk.

Curious about curing meats as a form of preservation? Our guest Cora explains how!

Elaine a shepherd in Michigan shares how she manages her flock of dairy sheep on small acreage.

Rachel chats with Liv Fox, the current North America Dairy Sheep Association (NADSA) about association accomplishments in 2025; PLUS exciting news about the future of The Wooly Whey in 2026!

Liv interviews Fae Goodman, a dairy shepherd in central North Carolina. Fae has been breeding Tunis sheep & selecting for strong dairy qualities, parasite resistance & wool quality (just to name a few). You can follow Fae's farm on facebook at Acorn & Fern Tiny Sheep Dairy & Eggery.

Liv & Rachel talk with Natalie author of Eco Flock. Natalie even shares some tips on how to successfully make butter from sheep milk!

#dairy #dairysheep #sheepmilk #butter #sheep #whoopsydaisyfarm #craftyfoxacres

In this episode Liv & Rachel interview guest Amy Rapphun at Linden Lane Farm. Amy discusses her sheep operation, what she does with her flocks fleeces & how she milks her dairy sheep + what she does with her milk. Amy is also the person who handled the importing of purebred East Friesian semen to the USA for NADSA.

Linden Lane Farm --> https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064779124049

North America Dairy Sheep Association (NADSA) --> www.northamericadairysheep.org

#dairysheep #dairy #gotmilk #nadsa #northamericadairysheepassociation #whoopsydaisyfarm #craftyfoxacres

This episode covers the comparison between hand milking and machine milking, addressing concerns related to cleaning, contamination, and equipment considerations. It also explores the benefits of milking machines, their role in cheese making, microbial control, and cost considerations.

Additionally, it discusses the use of milking machines in specific farming situations, farm management, and the impact on milk production and animal behavior.

Simple Pulse --> https://simplepulse.com/

Takeaways

• Hand milking vs. machine milking
• Considerations for milking equipment Hand milking vs. machine milking
• Controlling milk quality and contamination
• The role of milking machines in dairy farming

Chapters

• 00:00 Transition to Machine Milking
• 19:07 Machine Milking Process
• 24:13 Benefits of Machine Milking
• 37:00 Researching Milking Equipment
• 01:06:27 Conclusion and Farming Investments

In this episode, Liv and Rachel catch up on what is going on in their flocks. Rachel discusses a treatment for parasites that involves alkalyzing sheep feed with lye and a coccidiea treatment. The primary discussion then shifts to explaining why Liv prefers polled sheep (no horns) and Rachel does like horned sheep.

Links from discussion:

The Shepherdess Grace's Coccidea treatment:

https://www.shepherdess.com/product/the-most-effective-coccidia-treatment-for-my-lambs-toltrazuril-2/

Poopah's Farm Lye treatment videos: https://youtu.be/3l44mpJRBt4?si=u5OpUyq2YN3lpakY

https://youtu.be/u5U0n4k1eWE?si=drkIdHaVlGrROvMD

Research on Lye treatment:

https://youtu.be/Q4dAW9COF50?si=_fkEzMpSNFegrtdi

https://youtu.be/1Z0WzHR-W4c?si=86cp5-ZaCCBFOv3e

Shepherdess' Grace Research on Lye treatment:

https://youtu.be/UyENV3C2Nu4?si=AovlodIElK18X875

Pinch of Patience's take on lye treatment:

https://youtu.be/oK0dWrw4K_M?si=DTHlA5LUIEivdfs3

#sheep #dairysheep #parasitetreatment #animalhusbandry #homesteading #homedairy #sheepcheese #sheepmilkcheese

In this episode Liv & Rachel dive into what makes a dairy sheep a dairy sheep and where to find them using the North America Dairy Sheep Association. Plus, a brief overview of other uses for sheep (meat, milk & wool).

Rachel interviews guest Katya Luniova who defines what clabber is, how to start your own clabber & how to use your clabber.

Find Katya on

Her website: https://slavicbeauty.net Use code SHEEP20 at Checkout for a discount on your order!

Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/slavicbeautyseparator/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=slavic%20beauty

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@SlavicBeauty

Book 'The Art of Clabber' on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4cQ1WXM

Book 'The Art of Clabber' from publisher, Sawdust Publishing: https://sawdustpublishing.com/product/the-art-of-clabber/?v=0b3b97fa6688

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https://www.birthright.co/  An amazing supplement specifically designed to support women’s health through all seasons and times of transition hormonally. Use code WDF15 at checkout. 

https://homesteadersofamerica.com?ap_id=WHOOPSYDAISY - join Homesteaders of America and get early ticket alerts as well as an incredible online library of the recordings of their workshops from several years of HOA conferences

https://www.strongmicrobials.com/ Use code WhoopsyDaisy at checkout for 20% off your entire order of any animal probiotics. 

https://shop.redmondagriculture.com/discount/Whoopsydaisy?rfsn=8316110.6cb3c03  Sea Salt from a natural deposit here in the USA that is full of minerals and devoid of many of the toxins found in other salts. Use code Whoopsydaisy at checkout for 10% off your order

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#dairysheep #dairy #homesteading #cheesemaking #cheese #slavicbeautyseparator #clabber #milk #craftyfoxacres #whoopsydaisyfarm #northamericadairysheepassociation #nadsa

In this episode Rachel & Liv talk about the purpose of the North America Dairy Sheep Association (NADSA). As well as what are the perks of paying for annual membership. Liv also breaks down and explains how to enroll in the Milk Star Program.

#northamericadairysheepassociation #nadsa #whoopsydaisyfarm #craftyfoxacres #dairysheep #dairy #sheep #milk #milkstarprogram #homesteading #homedairy

In this episode we have Katya back explaining how to use her Slavic Beauty Cream Separator. She discusses the materials she chooses for each model and some troubleshooting guides for her unit.

If you would like to purchase from Katya's website directly, go to https://slavicbeauty.net and use code SHEEP20 for a discount. you can find her various models of cream separators here, as well as her book, 'The Art of Clabber' and other milk processing supplies.

Find Katya on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slavicbeautyseparator/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=slavic%20beauty

Find Katya's tutorials for putting together, troubleshooting and cleaning her units on her Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@SlavicBeauty

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https://www.birthright.co/  An amazing supplement specifically designed to support women’s health through all seasons and times of transition hormonally. Use code WDF15 at checkout. 

https://homesteadersofamerica.com?ap_id=WHOOPSYDAISY - join Homesteaders of America and get early ticket alerts as well as an incredible online library of the recordings of their workshops from several years of HOA conferences

https://www.strongmicrobials.com/ This excellent probiotic has literally saved lives with our sheep and honeybees. A small family run business, they value quality and holistic health. Use code WhoopsyDaisy at checkout for 20% off your entire order of any animal probiotics. 

https://shop.redmondagriculture.com/discount/Whoopsydaisy?rfsn=8316110.6cb3c03  Sea Salt from a natural deposit here in the USA that is full of minerals and devoid of many of the toxins found in other salts. Use code Whoopsydaisy at checkout for 10% off your order

https://www.hisea.com - quality footwear designed for hardworking homesteaders in mind. Use code WhoopsyDaisy for 10% off your order

#creamseparator #homedairy #sheepmilk #homesteadtools #dairysheep #freshcream #homesteadingskills

Liv & Rachel have guest Robyn Jackson, known as Cheese From Scratch on Instagram. We discuss clabber, how to use it and some basic cheese making tips & tricks.

Robyn's book can be purchased here -> https://a.co/d/01diISkC

#cheese #artisancheese #rawmilkcheese #homestead #homesteading #dairy #dairysheep #milksheep #milk #whoopsydaisyfarm #craftyfoxacres

In this episode Liv & Rachel have guest Brieanne Rice from coastal California as a guest. Brieanne discusses how she uses regenerative agriculture on her farm, what predators have been problematic and how the "issue" was resolved. Brieanne also discusses her up and coming book due to be published Fall 2026.

#dairysheep #dairy #sheep #regenerativeag #agriculture #homesteading #northamericadairysheepassociation #NADSA #whoopsydaisyfarm #craftyfoxacres

In today's episode we interview Vera Strogolova from Strong's Microbials. She shares the why, when, and how of administering probiotics to your dairy flock, how she got into this field, and why she is so passionate about getting these products into the hands of farmers.

Want to try probiotics on your dairy flock? Go to https://www.strongmicrobials.com and use the code WhoopsyDaisy at checkout for a 20% off discount on your entire order

The original product she worked on studying probiotic effects on cows: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26783130/

A study on dairy sheep being fed probiotics :

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1871141320303310

A study showing the effects of probiotics on overall ewe health during lactation:

https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/1828051X.2018.1496040

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https://www.birthright.co/  An amazing supplement specifically designed to support women’s health through all seasons and times of transition hormonally. Use code WDF15 at checkout. 

https://homesteadersofamerica.com?ap_id=WHOOPSYDAISY - join Homesteaders of America and get early ticket alerts as well as an incredible online library of the recordings of their workshops from several years of HOA conferences

https://shop.redmondagriculture.com/discount/Whoopsydaisy?rfsn=8316110.6cb3c03  Sea Salt from a natural deposit here in the USA that is full of minerals and devoid of many of the toxins found in other salts. Use code Whoopsydaisy at checkout for 10% off your order

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#dairysheep #sheepmilk #probiotics #regenerativeagriculture #sheep

In this episode Liv talks with Samantha who recently imported purebred East Friesian sheep into the USA! Hear about Samantha's ranch management and some hurdles they've overcome throughout their shepherding years.

#dairysheep #dairy #pasture #eastfriesian #thewoolywhey #whoopsydaisyfarm #craftyfoxacres #nadsa #northamericadairysheepassociation #shepherd #homesteading

The conversation covers a range of topics related to dairy sheep, homesteading, raising Icelandic sheep, butchery, and the art of tanning hides. It also delves into the challenges and grace in skill development, as well as the comfort and significance of sheepskins in daily life. The conversation delves into the world of sheep farming and dairy production, highlighting the importance of adaptation to lifestyle and region, as well as the flexibility required in homesteading. The speakers share insights on the challenges and joys of raising sheep, managing dairy production, and the need to align farming practices with personal circumstances and environmental factors.

Follow Lacey on her instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/fireheart_shepherdess/
Find Lacey on her website HERE: https://www.thebuckingewe.com/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnqMnfNOYqSmzqac3lnHowEUmLHRjbaHJgfrpJuzGE3r_2sz0d-I87O4QY2RI_aem_Cyk6AxgQ_1z9DZMXBm85VQ
Preorder her book, The Natural Sheep Handbook, HERE: https://amzn.to/4d6iPxc

Takeaways

• Diverse uses of sheep products
• Learning and refining skills over time Flexibility in homesteading
• Adaptation to lifestyle and region
• Sheep farming and dairy production

Use our Affiliate links and get a discount!

https://www.birthright.co/ An amazing supplement specifically designed to support women’s health through all seasons and times of transition hormonally. Use code WDF15 at checkout.

https://homesteadersofamerica.com?ap_id=WHOOPSYDAISY - join Homesteaders of America and get early ticket alerts as well as an incredible online library of the recordings of their workshops from several years of HOA conferences

https://www.strongmicrobials.com/ This excellent probiotic has literally saved lives with our sheep and honeybees. A small family run business, they value quality and holistic health. Use code WhoopsyDaisy at checkout for 20% off your entire order of any animal probiotics.

https://shop.redmondagriculture.com/discount/Whoopsydaisy?rfsn=8316110.6cb3c03 Sea Salt from a natural deposit here in the USA that is full of minerals and devoid of many of the toxins found in other salts. Use code Whoopsydaisy at checkout for 10% off your order

https://www.hisea.com - quality footwear designed for hardworking homesteaders in mind. Use code WhoopsyDaisy for 10% off your order

#dairyfarm #dairysheep #hidetanning #sheepskin #homesteading #homesteadingskills #sheep #sheepfarming #sheepmilk #sheepcare

Chapters

• 05:43 Learning the Art of Tanning Hides
• 23:30 The Comfort and Significance of Sheepskins
• 33:16 Adaptation to Lifestyle and Region

In this episode Liv and Rachel discuss how the Breed Up Program with the North America Dairy Sheep Association (NADSA) works. The documents/rules can also be found on NADSA's website www.northamericadairysheep.org

#NADSA #northamericadairysheepassociation #dairy #dairysheep #sheep #breedup #homesteading #homesteaders #whoopsydaisyfarm #craftyfoxacres

Today we have Lydia from Harmony Heritage Farm, an off grid homestead in Washington State. We discuss how she started with dairy sheep, what breeds she raises, what she does with her milk, and how she feeds her sheep and deals with parasites.

Find Lydia on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/harmonyheritagefarm/

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Use our Affiliate links and get a discount! We get a small commission each time you purchase which goes to help us create more content for your enjoyment!

https://www.birthright.co/  An amazing supplement specifically designed to support women’s health through all seasons and times of transition hormonally. Use code WDF15 at checkout. 

https://homesteadersofamerica.com?ap_id=WHOOPSYDAISY - join Homesteaders of America and get early ticket alerts as well as an incredible online library of the recordings of their workshops from several years of HOA conferences

https://www.strongmicrobials.com/ This excellent probiotic has literally saved lives with our sheep and honeybees. A small family run business, they value quality and holistic health. Use code WhoopsyDaisy at checkout for 20% off your entire order of any animal probiotics. 

https://shop.redmondagriculture.com/discount/Whoopsydaisy?rfsn=8316110.6cb3c03  Sea Salt from a natural deposit here in the USA that is full of minerals and devoid of many of the toxins found in other salts. Use code Whoopsydaisy at checkout for 10% off your order

https://www.aromatics.com?sca_ref=3263791.D4OCwABLJH Good quality essential oils without the MLM hassle. 

Like our T-shirts? Get your own here: https://www.bonfire.com/store/whoopsy-daisy-farm/ 

http://rootsandharvest.com - tools designed to help you preserve the homestead harvest! Use code WDF15 for 15% off your order!

https://www.hisea.com - quality footwear designed for hardworking homesteaders in mind. Use code WhoopsyDaisy for 10% off your order

#dairysheep #sheepmilk #northamericadairysheepassociation #craftyfoxacres #whoopsydaisyfarm #sheepmilksoap #sheepmilkcheese #offgridhomestead #offgridliving #grassfedmilk

Liv and Rachel sit down and share updates from both their homesteads. We then discuss the differences between line breeding in your flock, how that is similar or different to inbreeding, why and when to use a terminal sire, and the necessity of culling hard in your flock. We also discuss the mindset shift to being willing to butcher culls and excess rams briefly.

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https://slavicbeauty.net Quality cream separators and other home dairy processing equipment. Also the home of the author of the book ‘The Art of Clabber’ Use code SHEEP for a complimentary copy of 'The Art of Clabber' when you order a cream separator ($36 value)

https://www.birthright.co/  An amazing supplement specifically designed to support women’s health through all seasons and times of transition hormonally. Use code WDF15 at checkout. 

https://homesteadersofamerica.com?ap_id=WHOOPSYDAISY - join Homesteaders of America and get early ticket alerts as well as an incredible online library of the recordings of their workshops from several years of HOA conferences

https://www.strongmicrobials.com/ This excellent probiotic has literally saved lives with our sheep and honeybees. A small family run business, they value quality and holistic health. Use code WhoopsyDaisy at checkout for 20% off your entire order of any animal probiotics. 

https://shop.redmondagriculture.com/discount/Whoopsydaisy?rfsn=8316110.6cb3c03  Sea Salt from a natural deposit here in the USA that is full of minerals and devoid of many of the toxins found in other salts. Use code Whoopsydaisy at checkout for 10% off your order

https://www.aromatics.com?sca_ref=3263791.D4OCwABLJH Good quality essential oils without the MLM hassle. 

Like our T-shirts? Get your own here: https://www.bonfire.com/store/whoopsy-daisy-farm/ 

https://www.hisea.com - quality footwear designed for hardworking homesteaders in mind. Use code WhoopsyDaisy for 10% off your order

#dairysheep #nadsa #crafyfoxacres #whoopsydaisyfarm #sheepmilk #linebreeding #homesteading #homesteadskills

After a brief break for lambing and other things, Liv and Rachel are back! Today we share part one of our interview with Genevieve Bennet of Dandelion Hill Sheep Dairy in New Zealand! This episode covers how they chose their particular genetics to create their own cross breed that can thrive in their unique environment.

Find Genevieve and watch her adventures on Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?...



Have ideas for podcast guests? Email Rachel at mailto:Whoopsydaisyfarm@gmail.com or Olivia at mailto:Craftyfoxacres@gmail.com


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