Raising Champion Boer Goats: Larry Lorenz Interview

Raising Champion Boer Goats: Larry Lorenz Interview. Are you wanting to learn more about raising champion Boer Goats? You won't want to miss this exclusive interview with Larry Lorenz. Larry and Brenda Lorenz are the owners of Land of Lincoln Boer Goats in Grant Park, IL. After many years of raising champion Boer Goats, we walked with Larry and talked to him one-on-one about his insight and tips on taking your goats to the next level. Join us as we interview Larry.
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[@GoatPurefarms]

What a beautiful Boer goat collection. Truly amazing quality

[@LinessaFarms]

Thank you!

[@strictlyconservative8777]

Very beautiful goats.

[@magsmaniquis4754]

Great video. Very good content! Learned many things a new goat owner needs to know.

[@LinessaFarms]

That’s great. Thank you very much.

[@addiegraves3]

It's my dream to farm goats, great information. I would love to work on a farm like his to learn more.

[@LinessaFarms]

We hope you are able to reach your goal at some point. Thank you for watching and taking the time to leave a kind comment.

[@andriesmaritz2055]

BEAUTIFUL GOATS enjoyed your video .

[@LinessaFarms]

Thank you very much!

[@LinessaFarms]

Thank you very much!

[@treshawnd.weatherspoon2153]

I enjoy listening to the old heads in the game.

[@LinessaFarms]

We do as well. Lots of knowledge!

[@yourworshipthegreat7630]

Thanks so much for the time invested I appreciate the great info from Mr. Larry and the qns you asked

[@TheKrowls86]

Lots of practical knowledge right there! Would love to spend and afternoon soaking up BOTH of you guys knowledge!

[@LinessaFarms]

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a kind message. We appreciate you watching and will be back out to speak with Larry again soon!

[@SRH420ful]

enjoyed this very much what a treat to listen to someone with that much knowledge and experience

[@LinessaFarms]

We enjoyed visiting with Larry. Thank you for taking the time to leave us a kind message. We are sure Larry appreciates it as well. 👍🏻

[@mra7857]

This man is doing an amazing job I think that happens you people really enjoy what they do. Thanks for sharing

[@LinessaFarms]

He sure is. He was a pleasure to visit and talk with. Thanks for watching.

[@thethrill04]

Larry is my kinda guy. Just a straight shooter. I too come from a long history of cattle family but we have incorporated goats into that the last 15 years or so. My vet told me the day we bought them (ironically had to see the vet same day). Why the heck did you go and buy goats for? Don't you know they just look for a way to die? haha. Appreciate you touring Larry's farm and asking great questions etc. I love seeing this type of format see how other breeders do things.

[@LinessaFarms]

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a kind message. We enjoyed our interview with Larry as well. He is a very nice fellow and enjoys helping others!

[@wongtani.ternak]

🐏🐑🐏

[@brigidconroy2111]

Great information makes me little homesick raised on dairy farm did a little 4H But dad in the 30’s worked in a dairy that had a couple goats as coal miner canaries He said if the goat got sick start checking the calves He would agree on the ornery nature of goats but he said a goat could eat anything and survive he talked about one that drank motor oil if it got the chance ❤❤❤ thanks for the memory lane

[@LinessaFarms]

You’re welcome. Thank you for watching and leaving a kind comment. We are glad you enjoyed it.

[@SouthTexasLivin]

Great info

[@LinessaFarms]

Glad it was helpful!

[@rebeccaalbritton2754]

Thanks for the video! I could listen to Larry for hours! Amazing goats. Wish we were closer, I would love to buy one for my children to show.

[@LinessaFarms]

Thank you! Larry was a very nice fellow to speak with. We really enjoyed spending time with him and his family.

[@wongtani.ternak]

🐑🐏🐑

[@timothynorman1604]

I love this. Please do more like this. Very informative.

[@LinessaFarms]

Thanks Tim. If you didn’t get a chance to check out our video with Rick Adams, that is a good one as well.

[@Gibaskesemarfarm]

Great video, i really appreciate that

[@LinessaFarms]

You are very welcome! Thank you for watching and let us know if you have any questions!

[@jamesabner6092]

Wow!!!!! Great Video! Loving ALL of these farm visits and learning tons by witnessing how others do it. 8 acres 30 ewes, 1 ram, 10 feeder steers, bucket calves raised at batches of 10 till feeder, Getting interest in goats....Thanks Again, James Abner from Liberty Township, Ohio, USA

[@LinessaFarms]

Thank you, sir. We appreciate you watching and for taking the time to leave a kind comment. We hope to hear from you again in the future.

[@ONGNAIMENYEUTV]

Thanks sir, ❤❤❤❤ like ❤❤❤

[@roof.top.goat.farming]

Great Video. Excellent Information.🥰

[@LinessaFarms]

Thank you! We appreciate you watching and taking the time to leave a message. 😬 We are slowly working on getting more farm tours for goat farms!

[@MrSmurf0000]

Extremely informative, great video

[@rickanderson6595]

Another great video !!!

[@LinessaFarms]

Thanks, Rick. 👍🏻

[@tjjurake3506]

This was great !! Thank you Larry and Tim. Larry tells it like it is. love the balloon theory. All those kids looked healthy. The hard working goat mamas produce better than themselves. Please do more interviews and farm visits. (especially the Boer goats ones) Doing chores late because we could not wait to watch this.🤩🐐

[@LinessaFarms]

Thank you TJ. Our long term goal is to travel North America and interview sheep and goat farms. We will see how it goes! Getting interviews with show folks is DIFFICULT to say the least. Some want us to pay to interview them, others just slam the door in your face. 🫤

[@tjjurake3506]

@@LinessaFarms Well Larry is smarter than the "average bear" The breeders that shut the door on you don't deserve the "time of day", from you.

[@wongtani.ternak]

Great TJ Jurake

[@norastorvik4155]

Thank you thank you thank you, extraordinary content

[@LinessaFarms]

You’re very welcome. We had a very nice time performing this interview.

[@Balb23]

Any chance we can tour more barns? So fun!

[@husnainhaider8262]

Nice set up. Thanks for posting this. Would love to see more videos like this. Maybe of a large producer as well

[@LinessaFarms]

Thank you. We are going to be doing some more traveling to farms soon

[@gemmac565]

I enjoy seeing you go to people like Larry’s farms. You get to see all their hard work and the love they put into animal husbandry. When I first bought goats I enjoyed shopping for them because you get to talk to the farmer and see their craft much like you are showing us here. Thank you for making these videos!

[@LinessaFarms]

You’re welcome. Thank you for watching and thank you for taking the time to leave us a kind message.

[@tomluttrell177]

NU NU JUST N.

[@damnitstroubleman]

The difference in intellgence between meat breeds & dairy breeds is astounding

[@LinessaFarms]

We’ve seen some pretty special dairy goats on our farm as well. I think more of it has to do from the lineage and the breeding practices than the breed itself.

[@user-gx2dz3hw9m]

감사합니다.

[@LinessaFarms]

Thank you!

[@inezvasquez8104]

Wow! 👏. I really learned a lot! I feel more encouraged with my goats. I have Nubians.

[@LinessaFarms]

Very nice! We are glad you liked the video. Thank you for taking the time to leave us a message. We hope to hear from you again in the future. 😬

[@brandonm6052]

Went's are just an hour from us in Columbus, Nebraska Yes, no fence/gate is strong enough to take on does fighting across a fence. Mine have blown out 1 5/8" tube gates. I've also heard the term Wether-Dam used

[@LinessaFarms]

Very nice. 👍🏻 We appreciate your continued support and you taking the time to watch and comment. We hope you have a good spring with lots of healthy babies!

[@BLNTSMK]

real 1

[@LinessaFarms]

He is indeed the real deal!

[@KoreaBlackGoat]

새끼 염소방 좋아 보이네요. 우리 농장도 만들어 봐야겠어요^^

[@LinessaFarms]

저희 영상을 시청해주시고 시간을 내어 친절한 답변을 남겨주셔서 진심으로 감사드립니다. 도움이 되셨다니 기쁘네요! 아기 염소들은 확실히 자기만의 공간을 갖고 싶어합니다. 혹시 염소를 얻으신다면 저희에게 알려주세요!

[@kennyojo5426]

I just sent you a couple of questions about visit your farm

[@LinessaFarms]

Ok.

[@theBakersonafewacres]

Listening to a seasoned breeder or show folks talk about conformation is like listening to a foreign language for me. It always sounds something like...see how the chest is nice and wide but narrow, with a tall but short length, and the hips flatten off and are round and full. 🤪 Also, great video. Thanks

[@LinessaFarms]

Haha…. It’s True. I’ve been working with one of our show friends, Aaron Jennings and I think we are going to put together a video where we talk about the different body parts and what they are talking about. I think this is valuable because purchasers at auctions are looking at these things too, specifically shoulder structure, length of loin, leg, etc for quality cuts of meat. Hopefully we can put that together soon. Thanks for watching as always. 😬

[@buzzbustillos3016]

Do a video on the meat. How people enjoy it.

[@LinessaFarms]

We have a few videos coming up talking about meat processing. 😬

[@danilolee4930]

When do you think is the best time to visit your Farm?Thanks

[@LinessaFarms]

You would need to contact Larry directly to see what his availability is.

[@alexandreoliva6808]

Donde están localizados ? Y si tienen ala venta

[@LinessaFarms]

Están ubicados en el noreste de Illinois. También están en Facebook con el nombre Land of Lincoln Boer Goats. Puedes contactarlos de esa manera. Además, si lees en la descripción del video, hay información de contacto para ellos.

[@NorthlandSLC]

I’ve never waited 10 days to dehorn! 3-5 days or they WILL scur and never stop at the copper ring. Go till the ring turns white and the cartilage horn bud peels off. Have patience go to a count on 10 and let the area cool off between, just keep repeating until the white bud peels off. Cauterize any bleeds and spray with blue coat. Half the county calls me to do their dehorning so I have had a lot of experience. Private treaty type sale is actually the fair way to do it not auction. Auction is for inflating profit. Fair is setting the same price for EVERYONE based on class of animal and first come first serve with a waiting list. That is how it’s done in the dairy goat world. Auctions are never fair, they create an artificial value system that prices normal people out and entices others into debt that they will not be able to recover by the actual value of the animal. Not to say that I’d never visit an auction some day but I don’t trust people who won’t consider direct sales for actual value of the animal. I’ve found animals sired by big name Ai that would turn a lot of heads but only cost $300 and breeding up with Ai is cheaper than auction prices.

[@LinessaFarms]

Thank you for watching our videos and for taking the time to leave a comment.

[@user-dp3ke5ze2n]

미국

[@situsjaya7103]

Lots of goats.. How do you sell it?

[@LinessaFarms]

Most of Larry’s goats sell at livestock auctions. He has a very strong following for his stock and sells at multiple online and in person auctions, primarily in the spring months as individuals are preparing for shows during the mid-summer months here in the Midwest.

[@jasminesambac3363]

How much for the each?I am from IN . Can I visit to buy baby goats?

[@LinessaFarms]

Most of Larry’s goats are auctioned. You would need to contact him directly in order to see where and when the auction takes place. This time of year (June) most goat kids are sold. Most sales occur between February and April.

[@dwaynecopeland7756]

How can get full breed in jamaiaca

[@LinessaFarms]

Shipping a live animal from one country to another can be a complicated process that requires adherence to regulations and documentation requirements. The difficulty of shipping a goat from the United States to Jamaica can depend on various factors, such as the specific regulations of both countries, the transportation methods available, and the availability of necessary permits and veterinary health certificates. To export a goat from the United States to Jamaica, it is important to comply with the export requirements of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the import requirements of the Jamaican Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries. These requirements can include specific health certifications and tests, quarantine periods, and documentation, which can vary depending on the species of the animal and the purpose of the export. In addition, it is important to consider the logistics of transporting a live animal over a significant distance, such as the availability of air or sea freight services and the cost of shipping. It may also be necessary to arrange for animal handling and care during transit and to ensure that the goat is transported in compliance with animal welfare regulations. Overall, shipping a goat from the United States to Jamaica can be a complex process that requires careful planning, attention to detail, and compliance with a range of regulations and requirements. It is advisable to consult with a licensed animal exporter, veterinarian, or government agency to ensure that all necessary steps are taken to successfully export the goat.

[@asimplelifeinthephilippine1465]

Does he have any bloodlines that go back thru Tarzan

[@LinessaFarms]

I don’t know but I would assume yes. There are so many goats out of Tarzan (T66) it’s not even funny. Tarzan was originally owned by Dr. Fred Homeyer and now has bloodlines all over the world to include Australia, New Zealand, Brazil, Mexico, Canada, and the US.

[@asimplelifeinthephilippine1465]

@@LinessaFarms yes your right I will be buying a few females from him hopefully soon. He's a very knowledgeable man.

[@lovebug4488]

Noticed he said /bore-er/ I've heard people say /bow-er/ Are both correct or is only saying/bore-er/?

[@LinessaFarms]

Regionally, we hear different pronunciations. In the States, most people say “boar” like a male hog. My brother in law is from South Africa and he pronounces it “bow-er”. I wouldn’t dare to say which is correct. 😬

[@lovebug4488]

Thank you! You are awesome!!! 🙌👊

[@teresareimer4020]

What did he mean by “grab bags to see if they’re bred” is this a way to tell if they are pregnant?

[@LinessaFarms]

He was expecting some of them to be pregnant. When we are doing early checks to see if the moms are pregnant, you can lightly feel their udder and it will usually be staring to fill out within about a month of lambing or kidding. It’s quick and cheaper than an ultrasound. 😬

[@abdinour8606]

We always had goats never heard goats are stupid we always called sheep stupid they don’t even look up and only fallow one

[@LinessaFarms]

This is so true. I hear dumb goats and dumb sheep from different people. I think everyone has an opinion. I think goats are far more curious and can get in more trouble but I wouldn’t say it’s an intelligence issue.

[@rancholaspraderas1394]

Do you females and males? If you do where can i contact you?

[@ziauddin7948]

the best goats which should be raised r meat goats # i need more deeper knowledge to understand which specie of goats in US are best selling meat goats ???? 👍🇵🇰

[@LinessaFarms]

Boer and Kiko are two of the best selling meat goats in the US at this time. There are farms lately that have also been breeding in myotonic goats to add more structural weight.

[@user-tk3gc3cs2x]

no if alot of stones are in the goat pen no need for trimming

[@LinessaFarms]

Gravel or stones do help a lot.

[@philliphall5198]

I sale only to ag teachers and sale barn Show Goats are a booster but it takes years to get there and days to lose it

[@LinessaFarms]

Yes. Everyone wants to win. You can have one bad year and lose your customer base quick!

[@baluvenkateswarlu5148]

Hai sar iam indian iam entresteng vuyyar helpinsar iwant breed

[@habtegiorgisdingde4460]

Something something .. then they die. 😅

[@LinessaFarms]

😬

[@MHow1900]

I think he bought dumb goats 😂😂. I have Kiko’s and maybe it’s just my goats but they never do dumb stuff.

[@LinessaFarms]

You’re lucky. 😎

[@jeremiascabral2862]

Do you sell goat semen?

[@LinessaFarms]

We do not. Sorry. 😞

[@user-ri1bc5rn8i]

I found this video quite cruel and unsympathetic to the animals you are breeding. I understand that breeding is a business however, you should try and care about them and this video exudes callousness. Animals are not just a commodity; they’re living beings that deserve respect

[@asimplelifeinthephilippine1465]

Do you sell semen

[@LinessaFarms]

No

[@justinvaughn8145]

Apparently this farmer has never raised kids before. The contrast is a cake walk, the smell is about the same though. Maybe he aught to put as much effort into his farm as he does talking crap and eating cheese burgers. He doesn’t tell you how it is. He’s just a dirt bag with inherited success (and screwed that up)

[@LinessaFarms]

While we don’t know Mr. Lorenz personally, I can tell you that he was extremely courteous and helpful. We reached out to many goat farms in an effort to provide an interview to our viewers. Larry was one of the few that agreed. Since that time, we have gotten a lot of unhappy breeders who didn’t expect the interview to do so well and initially declined an interview. We don’t show goats, sell show goats, or deal with club breeders at all. This interview, like others, was just to help show our viewers and example of a goat farm. We have been to goat farms large and small from thousands of acres in west Texas to a few acres on the gulf coast. It seems many people raise animals in different ways. Many of Larry’s goats have done extremely well in state fair’s such as Indiana and Illinois as well as at the national level in Louisville. So, to say he hasn’t raised kids, doesn’t know what he’s doing, etc… it would seem your argument would be better aimed at the judges. It would appear there are a lot of people who would disagree with you. The personal attacks, I don’t understand. I would assume you are another goat person and have a personal issue with one another? Perhaps you’re just an angry guy that posts on KZbin? I will leave your message up, even though I think you could have put a lot more effort into your particular grievances than just calling names. If you would like to share your name and farm, it might make you seem like less of a troll, but that’s your decision. Merry Christmas to you and your family. Thanks for watching.

[@justinvaughn8145]

I understand your position here. Like many jobs/careers their are multiple aspects. You have people who like their job and you have people collecting a paycheck. This guy clearly was for the latter with 9 minutes of edited clips of him talking crap (so yeah I called it out) next you’ll notice when he’s near the pen all the baby goats run to the opposite side. Goats are social and not having their mom in immediate proximity is scary for them (hence the cackling the mothers do; the sound means it’s safe and when the mom stops they stop). They were the first animal to be domesticated for a reason. So for a bunch of goats to run to the opposite side is another indicator of my perspective. You don’t need to know the alphabet to read a room. The water tanks he cut up for them also had openings too small for their size (so useless) in that case he’s either negligent of his job or the animals. As far as his “hospitality” I assure you I’ve been around enough people like him to know when someone is putting on a show (likely hoping for promotional purposes) As far as the success rate for the goats it takes hard work and dedication. You get what you put in. Don’t diminish the effort others put in. If it were always his goats it would be one thing but it’s not the case. Another note yeah I like goats and it was a long and arduous process to get there but my ultimate beef is with someone putting on airs of being “grass root” but talking crap behind others backs that can’t defend themselves. That’s good ol boys garbage and I’ll have none of it. Their vision is roughly 270 degrees which means everything they see is roughly 4x thinner than what we see. They start walking within an hour how long does it take us to even crawl. All organisms need stimulation to survive . The more intelligent the more that’s required. A few poorly cut out water tanks in a pen away from their mother isn’t a good start. When I was talking about kids I was talking about children not a giles. Because children will put a steak knife in a socket completely aware it will likely kill them. Hence the reference; it was meant to be playful. In short.. I spoke up because someone should have. If I want an industrialized tour of a farm I can go to a butcher shop or the deli in my local grocery store. I hope you and your family have a wonderful Christmas and wish you the best. P.S. I didn’t name call. Next time inquire, show interest in what people have to say rather than immediately regarding them as a troll for better responses. Thank you for your time.

[@user-gx2dz3hw9m]

감사합니다.

[@LinessaFarms]

Thank you!