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UNION, Ore. — Stephanie Rovey traces her goat dairy business back 28 years to her first 4-H project at age 12. She can also trace her current stock back to her base breeding herd — 12 white Nubians.

To improve the form of their dairy goats, the Criteses listened to the opinions of various judges and friends who also show dairy goats. They bought top-of-the line bucks, which produce better kids.

You are able to gift 5 more articles this month. Anyone can access the link you share with no account required. Learn more. Marie and Tim Clements milk goats in 2014 at their farm in Buxton. Portland ...