Gianaclis Caldwell is the author of four books on cheesemaking and small dairying, including the award-winning Mastering Artisan Cheesemaking. Along with her husband, she milks goats and makes cheese at Pholia Farm Creamery in the south of Oregon.
Gianaclis will be speaking at the Pennsylvania, Kansas, Texas, North Carolina, Maryland FairsWorkshops
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Holistic Goat Health
Although goats are thought of as naturally healthy and relatively easy to care for, in reality maintaining a healthy herd requires an understanding of their natural nutritional, emotional, and physical needs. With holistic care and a bit of troubleshooting training, you can keep your goats in great shape ... with almost no vet bills!
Modern Homesteading Animal Husbandry
Available In:
Pennsylvania, Sunday 11:30-12:30 p.m., The Livestock Conservancy Stage
Kansas, Sunday 11:30-12:30 p.m., The Livestock Conservancy Stage
North Carolina, Saturday 3:30-4:30 p.m., The Livestock Conservancy Stage
Maryland, Sunday 10:00-11:00 a.m., Grit Stage
Hands-on: Simple, Quick, Delicious Cheeses Anyone Can Make: Paneer and ricotta
Some of the easiest cheeses to make are also the most versatile and delicious! Learn how you can make these classics with only one stop at the grocery store! In an hour, Gianaclis Caldwell helps you make ricotta and paneer. Note: An extra pass is required for this workshop. Space is limited, get your passes today.
Real Foods Hands On
Available In:
Pennsylvania, Saturday 11:30-12:30 p.m., Hands-On Demonstrations
Kansas, Saturday 3:30-4:30 p.m., Hands-On Demonstrations
Texas, Sunday 11:30-12:30 p.m., Hands-On Demonstrations
Hands-on: Learn to Churn Butter
Learn how easy it is to make your own delicious butter! Note: An extra pass is required for this workshop. Space is limited, get your passes today
Real Foods Hands On
Available In:
Texas, Saturday 1:00-1:30 p.m., Hands-On Demonstrations
North Carolina, Saturday 1:00-1:30 p.m., Hands-On Demonstrations
Maryland, Saturday 1:00-1:30 p.m., Hands-On Demonstrations
Getting a Feel for Goats
Learn an essential health assessment for all goat owners: how to guage body condition and confirmation by feeling and looking at goats.
Animal Husbandry
Available In:
Pennsylvania, Sunday 1:00-1:30 p.m., The Livestock Conservancy Stage
Kansas, Sunday 1:00-1:30 p.m., The Livestock Conservancy Stage
Texas, Sunday 3:30-4:30 p.m., The Livestock Conservancy Stage
North Carolina, Sunday 3:30-4:30 p.m., The Livestock Conservancy Stage
Maryland, Sunday 3:30-4:30 p.m., The Livestock Conservancy Stage
Cheesemaking: Quick and simple cheeses
You’ll be amazed at how easy it is to make three types of cheese from the same simple process. In this workshop, cheesemaker and author Gianaclis Caldwell shows how to make several easy cheeses at home (even from store-bought milk) and how to use these cheeses in delicious and nutritious ways.
Real Foods
Available In:
Texas, Saturday 5:00-6:00 p.m., Real Food Stage
Maryland, Saturday 10:00-11:00 a.m., Common Market Co-op Stage
Aged Cheese: Making it easy
If you are ready to move beyond making fresh cheese, get ready to learn how to simply age any cheese (without investing in complicated equipment). Learn a few simple and fun cheeses, including feta and Gouda, and how to age them in your fridge.
Real Foods Keynote
Available In:
Pennsylvania, Saturday 5:00-6:00 p.m., Mother Earth News Stage
Kansas, Saturday 10:00-11:00 a.m., Real Food Stage