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The Wooly Whey
The Wooly WheyS2:E7 Art of ClabberRachel interviews guest Katya Luniova who defines what clabber is, how to start your own clabber & how to use your clabber. #dairysheep #dairy #homesteading #cheesemaking #cheese #slavicbeautyseparator #clabber #milk #craftyfoxacres #whoopsydaisyfarm #northamericadairysheepassociation #nadsa
2026-02-2355 minThe Wooly Whey
The Wooly WheyS2:E6 Acorn & Fern Tiny Sheep DairyLiv 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.
2026-02-091h 07The Wooly Whey
The Wooly WheyS2:E5 The Eco FlockLiv & 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
2026-02-0258 minThe Wooly Whey
The Wooly WheyS2:E4 Linden Lane Farm - Amy RappuhnIn 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=100064779124049North America Dairy Sheep Association (NADSA) --> www.northamericadairysheep.org#dairysheep #dairy #gotmilk #nadsa #northamericadairysheepassociation #whoopsydaisyfarm #craftyfoxacres
2026-01-2657 minThe Wooly Whey
The Wooly WheyS2:E3 Hand Milking vs Machine MilkingThis 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/TakeawaysHand milking vs. machine milkingConsiderations for milking equipment Hand milking vs. machine milkingControlling milk quality and contaminationThe role...
2026-01-1940 minThe Wooly Whey
The Wooly WheyS2:E2 Horns vs Polled (no horns)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=u5OpUyq2YN3lpakYhttps...
2026-01-1258 minThe Wooly Whey
The Wooly WheyS2:E1 You Milk What?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).
2026-01-0547 minThe Wooly Whey
The Wooly WheyNADSA Update + Podcast UpdateRachel 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!
2025-12-311h 10The Wooly Whey
The Wooly WheySheep vs Cow MilkGuest Tiffany Hartung shares her personal experiences making cheeses with cow milk and sheep milk.
2025-12-3057 minThe Wooly Whey
The Wooly WheyA Pinch of PatienceCurious about curing meats as a form of preservation? Our guest Cora explains how!
2025-12-301h 05The Wooly Whey
The Wooly WheySheep & SimpleElaine a shepherd in Michigan shares how she manages her flock of dairy sheep on small acreage.
2025-12-1647 minThe Wooly Whey
The Wooly WheyPrinciples of Grassfed Dairy with Sally FallonSally Fallon Morell, author of the Nourishing Traditions Cookbook and founder of the Weston A Price foundation, joins us today to share what grass-fed dairy is. She explains how dairy animals were traditionally raised, why grass-fed fell out of favor, and how it resurged in America. We discuss animal husbandry practices and health for our family's as well. You can find more about Sally and her organization at: https://www.westonaprice.org https://nourishingtraditions.com http://realmilk.com @TheWestonAPrice Sign up for our email newsletter and get updates on our homestead and farm products at www.whoopsydaisyfarm.com Like our...
2025-09-0554 minThe Wooly Whey
The Wooly WheyThe Desert Shepherdess, Pt 2My good friend Marissa Gutierrez joins us today as we discuss desert breeds of dairy sheep. We also discuss being savvy to the nuances of dairy breeds and how that effects homestead management. Our conversation led to sharing burnout and discouragement, and how we dealt with it (spoiler alert: calling each other!!) and how imperative it is to build community and support when homesteading, shepherding and dairying. This is part one of our conversation - because when my friends are on my podcast, we tend to go long! You can find Marissa at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/desert.shepherdess...
2025-06-2739 minThe Wooly Whey
The Wooly WheyThe Desert Shepherdess, Part 1My good friend Marissa Gutierrez joins us today as we discuss desert breeds of dairy sheep. We also discuss being savvy to the nuances of dairy breeds and how that effects homestead management. Our conversation led to sharing burnout and discouragement, and how we dealt with it (spoiler alert: calling each other!!) and how imperative it is to build community and support when homesteading, shepherding and dairying. This is part one of our conversation - because when my friends are on my podcast, we tend to go long! You can find Marissa at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/desert.shepherdess...
2025-06-0650 minThe Wooly Whey
The Wooly WheyWhen Dairy Sheep are better than Dairy CowsIn this epsiode we meet Sari Fulbright, a Homesteader and Cheesemaker in Montana. Sari started out with Dairy Cows, but as her family and cheesemaking has grown, she has realized that sheep may fit better than cows. Listen along as we discuss animal husbandry, motherhood, cheesemaking catastrophes, and our deep love of sheep. Find Sari: on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/fulbright_farmstead/ Check out their website at https://fulbrightfarmstead.com Subscribe to their youtube at https://www.youtube.com/@FulbrightFarmstead Books mentioned in this episode: Dairy Sheep Nutrition: https://www.amazon.com/Dairy-Sheep-Nutrition-Giuseppe-Pulina/dp/0851996817/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1DUI5...
2025-05-231h 22The Wooly Whey
The Wooly WheyWhen Dairy Cows are better than Dairy SheepThe founder of Homesteaders of America Amy Fewell joins us today to share how she made the decision to transition away from dairy sheep and focus on dairy cows for the time being. Follow Amy on Social Media and check out her websites! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefewellhomestead Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amy.fewell/ Website: https://thefewellhomestead.com 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 Sign up for our email...
2025-05-0959 minThe Wooly Whey
The Wooly WheyArizona Awassi'sIn this Episode, Mysti Arnold shares about a brand new breed association for North America for the Awassi Dairy Sheep Breed! She also shares about her shepherding journey and what her motivation is behind raising dairy sheep. Find Mysti on Facebook and Instagram! Sign up for our email newsletter and get updates on our homestead and farm products at www.whoopsydaisyfarm.com Like our content? Let us know! Want to see something in particular on our channel? Tell us what it is! Send us a message at: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088451235571 ...
2025-04-051h 10The Wooly Whey
The Wooly WheyFat Dragons and Sheep Fertilizer, Part 2Listen to Vicki and I chat about how sheep milk brought a huge change to her health and helped her avoid surgery, adjusting to homestead life, usees of dairy sheep wool, and generally just how much we love sheep!!Find Vicki Here:https://www.etsy.com/shop/FatDragonFarm?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaa6IGtQx1SEIgV57UK8CHx_qwI-hcZfzYt7PRRHAYZiy9Zjx43PNQJJfW8_aem_KaaWuKXhXDKhO4sTmCo9lghttps://www.instagram.com/v.o.2.max/https://www.instagram.com/fatdragonfarmapothecary...
2025-03-2148 minThe Wooly Whey
The Wooly WheyFat Dragons and Sheep Fertilizer, Part 2Listen to Vicki and I chat about how sheep milk brought a huge change to her health and helped her avoid surgery, adjusting to homestead life, usees of dairy sheep wool, and generally just how much we love sheep!! Find Vicki Here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/FatDragonFarm?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaa6IGtQx1SEIgV57UK8CHx_qwI-hcZfzYt7PRRHAYZiy9Zjx43PNQJJfW8_aem_KaaWuKXhXDKhO4sTmCo9lg https://www.instagram.com/v.o.2.max/ https://www.instagram.com/fatdragonfarmapothecary/followers/mutualOnly https://www.facebook.com/vicki.otmani/ Sign up for our email newsletter and get updates on our homestead and farm products at...
2025-03-2148 minThe Wooly Whey
The Wooly WheyFat Dragons and Sheep Fertilizer, Part 1Listen to Vicki and I chat about CSA’s and how one can have a homestead business without losing your mind!Find Vicki Here:https://www.etsy.com/shop/FatDragonFarm?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaa6IGtQx1SEIgV57UK8CHx_qwI-hcZfzYt7PRRHAYZiy9Zjx43PNQJJfW8_aem_KaaWuKXhXDKhO4sTmCo9lghttps://www.instagram.com/v.o.2.max/https://www.instagram.com/fatdragonfarmapothecary/followers/mutualOnlyhttps://www.facebook.com/vicki.otmani/Si...
2025-03-1439 minThe Wooly Whey
The Wooly WheyFat Dragons and Sheep Fertilizer, Part 1Listen to Vicki and I chat about CSA’s and how one can have a homestead business without losing your mind! Find Vicki Here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/FatDragonFarm?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaa6IGtQx1SEIgV57UK8CHx_qwI-hcZfzYt7PRRHAYZiy9Zjx43PNQJJfW8_aem_KaaWuKXhXDKhO4sTmCo9lg https://www.instagram.com/v.o.2.max/ https://www.instagram.com/fatdragonfarmapothecary/followers/mutualOnly https://www.facebook.com/vicki.otmani/ Sign up for our email newsletter and get updates on our homestead and farm products at www.whoopsydaisyfarm.com Like our content? Let us know! Want to see something in particular on our channel? Te...
2025-03-1439 minThe Wooly Whey
The Wooly WheyWhen Dairy Sheep are a better fit than Dairy GoatsAlex Daugherty from Little Ch'aska farm in Northern New Mexico tells us why she is switching from Dairy Goats to Dairy Sheep, as well as some of her management practices on a High Desert Homestead with Navajo Churro sheep. Find Little Ch'aska farm at: https://littlechaskafarm.comhttps://www.instagram.com/little.chaska.farm/Sign up for our email newsletter and get updates on our homestead and farm products at www.whoopsydaisyfarm.com Like our content? Let us know! Want to see something in particular on our channel? Tell us what it is! Send us a message at:Instagram:https...
2025-03-0752 minThe Wooly Whey
The Wooly WheyWhen Dairy Sheep are a better fit than Dairy GoatsAlex Daugherty from Little Ch'aska farm in Northern New Mexico tells us why she is switching from Dairy Goats to Dairy Sheep, as well as some of her management practices on a High Desert Homestead with Navajo Churro sheep. Find Little Ch'aska farm at: https://littlechaskafarm.com https://www.instagram.com/little.chaska.farm/ Sign up for our email newsletter and get updates on our homestead and farm products at www.whoopsydaisyfarm.com Like our content? Let us know! Want to see something in particular on our channel? Tell us what it is! Send us a message at: Instagram:https...
2025-03-0752 minThe Wooly Whey
The Wooly WheyS1E3: The sheepness of the SheepThis week we interview Joel Salatin of Polyface Farms and discuss 'The Sheepness of the Sheep.' You may have heard him talk about the Pigness of the Pig, but we dive into the Sheepness of the Sheep - what makes animals unique, sheep and animal psychology, and how understanding their unique differences helps us practice good animal husbandry and Earth Stewardship. As Kyle and I had just experienced on of the worst farm emergencies to date, this conversation's timing was so applicable as we dove into when to make the hard choice and cull an animal, and how...
2025-02-281h 03The Wooly Whey
The Wooly WheyS1E3: The Sheepness of the SheepThis week we interview Joel Salatin of Polyface Farms and discuss 'The Sheepness of the Sheep.' You may have heard him talk about the Pigness of the Pig, but we dive into the Sheepness of the Sheep - what makes animals unique, sheep and animal psychology, and how understanding their unique differences helps us practice good animal husbandry and Earth Stewardship. As Kyle and I had just experienced on of the worst farm emergencies to date, this conversation's timing was so applicable as we dove into when to make the hard choice and cull an animal, and how one...
2025-02-281h 03The Wooly Whey
The Wooly WheyS1E2 Mountain in the MistJoin us as we interview Emily from Mountain in the Mist, a homestead in the Willamette Valley in Oregon. Their homestead raises quite a few animals and among them are East Friesian dairy sheep. We discuss their animal husbandry practices and how they utilize the different products their sheep produce.Find out more about Drake and Emily at https://mountaininthemist.com/
2025-02-2155 minThe Wooly Whey
The Wooly WheyS1E2 Mountain in the MistIn this episode we interview Emily from Mountain in the Mist, a homestead in the Williammette valley, OR, that raises East Friesian Dairy sheep. Find out more about their homestead at https://mountaininthemist.com or check them out on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mountaininthemist/ Follow us on Instagram or facebook @whoopsydaisyfarm check out our website at www.whoopsydaisyfarm.com
2025-02-2055 minThe Wooly Whey
The Wooly WheyS1E2 North America Dairy Sheep AssociationJoin us as we interview Liv Fox from Crafty Fox Acres, who is also the president of the newly founded North America Dairy Sheep Association (or NADSA)! We discuss why joining a non-breed specific association can be beneficial, how NADSA was started and what NADSA can offer new members. Find out more about NADSA at https://www.northamericadairysheep.org/ Find out more about Liv at: https://www.facebook.com/people/Crafty-Fox-Acres/100063470051107/ Thanks so much for listening! Find out more about us at www.whoopsydaisyfarm.com
2025-02-201h 02The Wooly Whey
The Wooly WheyS1E1 The North America Dairy Sheep AsssociationToday we chat with Liv Fox, the President of the North America Dairy Sheep Association - or NADSA.Our discussion ranges from what NADSA is, why having a non-breed specific association is important right now for Dairy Sheep, shop-talk about dairy sheep, and how you can get involved with NADSA.For more information on NADSA, you can find check out our website: https://www.northamericadairysheep.orgOr check out the Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1250372142301066youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@NorthAmericaDairySheepYou can find Liv at: https...
2025-02-141h 02The Wooly Whey
The Wooly WheyS1E0 - Who we are and what this podcast is aboutEnjoy an introduction to the Wooly Whey Podcast - hosted by Rachel Hester of WhoopsyDaisy Farm. We briefly go over how the book, "The Guide to Homestead Dairy Sheep,' was born, and how it has led us on an amazing journey of discovery of sheep, sheep milk, and shepherds. Follow along as we dive into sheep milk nutrition, harvesting tips, sheep animal husbandry, harvesting and preserving meat, cheesemaking, fiber arts, and various other topics pertaining to raising sheep. The Wooly Whey is a production of WhoopsyDaisy Farm. You can find more about us at www.whoopsydaisyfarm.com or email...
2025-02-1408 minThe Wooly Whey
The Wooly WheyS1E0 Introduction to The Wooly Whey!Welcome to the Wooly Whey! In this episode, your host I, Rachel Hester, give a brief introduction to how I and my husband, Kyle, became educators in the Homesteading movement - specifically regarding dairy sheep.I share what my goals and hopes for this podcast will be. We will be discussing all things dairy sheep - breeds, animal husbandry, harvesting methods, and even wool processing,Thanks for stopping by! We are glad you are here!The Wooly Whey is a production of Whoopsydaisy Farm.Follow...
2025-02-1408 minTiny Town Library Podcast
Tiny Town Library PodcastEpisode 39: Jingle All the WayWe made it to the end of the year and are celebrating at the library! Join us at our Christmas Tea Party to hear town news and Amy’s Best of 2023 book list! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Amy’s Best of 2023 1. Our Missing Hearts by Celeste Ng 2. Tomorrow & Tomorrow & Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin 3. Hell Bent by Leigh Bardugo 4. Mouth to Mouth by Antoine Wilson 5. Trespasses by Louise Kennedy 6. Hester by Laurie Lico Albanese 7. Notes on an Execution by Danya Kukafka 8. This Other Eden by Paul Harding 9. The Twyford Code by Janice Hallett 10. Pineapple Street by Jenny Jack...
2023-12-2451 min