Tara Thessen

Rockville Ridge, based in Virginia, raises ADGA and AGS registered Nigerian dwarf goats with a dual focus on correct conformation and strong dairy production. The herd was built from award-winning genetics sourced from A Better Way Farm in Charlottesville, giving the program a foundation rooted in competitive bloodlines from central Virginia.

Tara Thessen participates in both Linear Appraisal and DHIA Milk Testing, providing independent, third-party verification of conformation quality and actual milk output. Every doe in the herd that has completed a lactation has earned a milk star across all production categories, reflecting the program's consistent emphasis on verified dairy performance.

Rockville Ridge maintains a fully closed herd, meaning no outside animals are brought in for breeding, and follows biosecurity best practices to protect herd health. Kids are kept in separate pens away from adult pastures to minimize parasite exposure. The farm also keeps a mixed flock of chickens and tends fruit and vegetable gardens alongside the goat program. For those searching for dairy goat crosses or registered Nigerian dwarf goats for sale in Virginia, Rockville Ridge represents a program grounded in documented production records and deliberately managed genetics.

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