When we moved to the farm, one of our goals was to live a healthier lifestyle. Having access to raw goat milk was but one step in the process. We added several breeds of chickens to our little homestead including Black Australorps, Red Sexlinks, Golden Comets and SilverLaced Wyandottes. These four breeds lay wonderfully […]
Are Goats Intelligent?
There is a common misconception that goats are not intelligent animals. They are maligned as stupid, dirty and bullheaded. Both research and our own experience proves goats are intelligent. Earlier this year, Queen Mary University in London (UK), published their results of a goat “intelligence” study. Researchers used a dozen goats and taught them to […]
Nutraceuticals vs. Pharmaceuticals vs. Essential Oils
Nutraceuticals A term “Nutraceuticals” was termed in 1989 by the chairman of the Foundation for Innovation in Medicine, Mr. Stephen DeFelice. The name combines the two words NUTRIENT (nourishing food component) and PHARMACEUTICAL (a medication). Nutraceuticals are often grouped as being functional food groups (ie: berries), medicinal foods (fermented), functional foods (whole foods, fortified & enriched) and dietary supplements […]
Blueberry Goat Milk Soap Botanical
It was several years ago that a customer came to us searching for a blueberry goat milk soap. He said his mother loved it and he could not find it anywhere. We began evaluating blueberry fragrances since there is no such thing a Blueberry Essential Oil. May fragrances are sweet and candi-like, neither of which are true to […]
Mechanic’s Soap – Essential Oil Goat Milk Soap
Our Mechanic’s Soap has helped clean up dirty jobs without hurting your skin. Dirty Jobs – Those things we must do in the course of life that leaves us oily, greasy, gritty or grimy. In years past, people have turned to soaps with equally harsh ingredients to combat the dirt, paint or grease that just […]
Rosemary Basil Essential Oil Goat Milk Soap
The story behind our Rosemary Basil Essential Oil Goat Milk Soap As we expanded our selection of essential oil based soaps, we gave some thought to the best blends, both from the functional perspective and the desire for an appealing scent. But more importantly, we wanted a soap with a true aromatherapy benefit. We settled on two equally […]
Welcome to Dutch Valley Gifts!
We’d like to welcome our newest wholesale partner, Dutch Valley Gifts in Sugarcreek, OH. The restaurant, gift shop and the accompanying Carlisle Inn are part of the gateway into Ohio’s Amish Country. For more than 30 years, Dutch Valley Restaurant has been feeding local families, customers and visiting travelers. Resembling a sprawling country farmhouse, Dutch Valley […]
