Goat Milk
Goat Cheese
At Cowie’s Cows, our small Colorado farm is home to four delightful goats, including our famous escape artist, Houdini. True to his name, Houdini is a master of breaking free and loves to socialize with our chickens and dogs. Goats are known for their intelligence, making them easy to handle and train. Their smart and curious nature allows them to form strong bonds with their owners, adding to the joy of goat farming. While Houdini’s escapades keep us on our toes, his charming personality endears him to everyone on the farm.
Goat farming has been a staple of agriculture for centuries due to the versatility and value goats bring. At Cowie’s Cows, we are inspired by this tradition and plan to expand our offerings to include homemade goat cheese and other goat products. Goat milk is renowned for its distinct, delicious flavor and nutritional benefits, being lower in saturated fat and carbs but rich in protein, calcium, and vitamins. Additionally, many people find goat milk easier to digest than cow’s milk, making it an excellent alternative for those with lactose intolerance.
Our future goat cheese production promises to delight cheese enthusiasts with its aromatic and flavorful qualities. Goat cheese is highly prized for its versatility, enhancing various dishes from morning eggs to evening snacks on crackers. At Cowie’s Cows, we are excited to share the magic of goat milk and cheese with our community, celebrating the unique benefits and joys of goat farming. Our goats, led by the adventurous Houdini, are not only integral to our farm’s operations but also to its heart and spirit.
Holsteins are known for their distinctive black and white markings and gentle personality??? (can you descibe Moo Moo more accurately?) Holsteins are known for their impressive milk production with some producing over 72,000 pounds of milk annually. Holsteins are large and stylish, with mature cows weighing around 1,500 pounds and standing 58 inches tall. T Typically, Holstein heifers are bred at 13 months and calve between 23 and 26 months. Known for their adaptability and genetic merit, Holsteins dominate the dairy industry, making them a top choice for our farm, as well.
- Chuck:Located near the shoulder, this cut is great for roasts and ground beef.
- Rib:Includes ribeye steaks and prime rib roast, known for their rich flavor.
- Short Loin: This area yields T-bone and porterhouse steaks.
- Sirloin:Divided into top sirloin and bottom sirloin, good for grilling.
- Round:Found at the rear, often used for roasts and steaks.
- Flank:Known for flank steak, great for grilling or stir-frying.
- Plate:Includes skirt steak and short ribs.
- Brisket:Located in the chest, perfect for slow cooking.
- Shank: Found in the leg, typically used for stews and soups.