Bent Post Farm

Bent Post Farm raises Kiko goats in Afton, VA, Nelson County and the Blue Ridge Mountains near Charlottesville. It has focused for several seasons on raising healthy, resilient lines with attention to genetic diversity and sound breeding practices. Kids are raised in a pasture-based environment with regular handling to encourage calm temperaments and strong social bonds.

The farm sits on a historic homestead where gentle grazing routines and natural forage shape each animal’s development. Owner Jace Goodling oversees daily care from feeding to hoof trimming and partners with local veterinarians for routine health screenings. These practices yield Kiko goats known for hardiness and easygoing nature across homesteads and small farms. It participates in recommended health screenings including CAE and CL tests through certified laboratories. Breeding selections aim to maintain strong parasite resistance and steady growth while preserving the breed’s natural adaptability.