The Silpe Farmstead - TSF

The Silpe Farmstead - TSF raises American boer goats in Florida and on the Gulf Coast near Tampa. Melissa Silpe has cared for these goats for several years, follows national registry guidelines and maintains comprehensive herd health with routine deworming, hoof care and vaccination.

Kids are raised in pasture-based pens with daily human interaction to encourage social, adaptable animals, while does often kid with twins supporting small-scale homesteads and hearty growth rates. The herd lives with access to open fields and sheltered loafing areas, reflecting a low-stress approach to husbandry.

TSF collaborates with local extension agents to stay current on breeding best practices and structural soundness evaluations. The farm’s focus on gentle temperament has earned positive feedback from nearby homesteaders. Owners report thorough guidance from the first visit through continued herd care, appreciating transparent communication. This small, family-managed herd allows close tracking of lineage and temperament over successive generations.