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Nicole is the go to person on the farm for anything relating to the goats.

Callemondah Farm is situated in the foot hills of Mt Mee, in Queensland’s D’Aguilar range. Set among lush fertile valleys, meandering creek beds and rolling hills as far as the eye can see. Traditional land owners would have called this area “Callemondah” meaning “land of many hills”. Our focus at Callemondah is to produce and supply quality Capretto and Chevon Boer goat meat. Our animals are well cared for and  treated with patience and respect. Each paddock has it’s own shelter to protect the goats from the elements, and are commonly known around the farm as the “Boer Hilton”. The goats are free range, grass fed and wander around the paddocks to laze or graze at their leisure. At Callemondah we like to maintain constant interaction with all our goats to ensure a calm and trusting relationship which helps in handling and moving, especially at the time of processing. We can ensure that our animals are treated humanely and are processed to MLA standards. Various meat cuts are available from mince to leg roast through to French cutlets, as well as half and whole carcase. A full list of cuts is available upon request.

 

After purchasing the farm in 2007 it was the lay of the land that dictated the type of farming we would undertake. Hilly country is harder to maintain and often dangerous to get tractors onto , so goats were the logical option. starting back in 2013 with only 20 goats we have since grown and learnt a great deal over the years.

 

About Nicole

While not coming directly from a farming background, farming has been apart of my famliy from generations prior with both my great grand parents having had farm animals in Victoria and over in Italy .  The land and animals have been a passion on mine since I was a young girl and after being fortunate enough to purchase Callemondah back in 2006 I then had time to think about what farming practice would best suit the lay of the land. It was then decided upon Boer goats. They are great to help keep the land clear as well as provide us with or own clean meat and allow us to be able to sell a great products to others. I undertook  training with Helen Darlington of Yarrabee Boer Goat Stud ,  Helen has lectured at the University of Queensland Gatton and now runs hands on training on her own property at Goombungee where I learnt the following tools that would see me through. Breeds and Breed standards, selection, health, nutrition, breeding, fencing, marketing.
I took myself to any training seminars and information sessions that I could, as well as purchase a great deal of reading materials on how to farm goats more naturally! I was also lucky have the opportunity to ask a million questions of the late Annie Coates who was a huge part of the Qld Boer Society,  from judging to lecturing, Annie was an expert on Boer goats. What Annie didn’t know about goats, wasn’t worth knowing! She was a powerhouse of knowledge and a fantastic support person when I started out. Sadly I miss her colourful charm, wealth of information, tips and knowledge greatly.

WHAT PEOPLE SAY

  • Brendan and Vanessa Mead

    We have sourced beautiful goat meat from Callemondah farm on many occasions, we have been able to introduce this beautiful meat to our family and friends through cooking! Our favourite cuts have to be the leg roasts and the diced meat, our curries have been amazing!! Keep up the good work Nicole you have opened our eyes to all the amazing ideas we can use with your product.

  • Paul Leete Executive Chef Sails Restaurant Noosa

    I had the privilege of using Callemondah Farming Company's Goat meat for the Noosa Food and Wine festival. The goat I used came in whole and was beautifully dressed and presented. I found the meat had a wonderfully clean taste and smell. The meat itself  was quite lean and was a hit with the discerning public at the food festival.

  • McStay family

    We had never tried goat meat before. We were amazed at the delicious taste and texture.  Just like lamb only better!

  • Eleanor McMullen

    Thanks for the delicious goat meat, haven't used it in cooking before but is was so tasty and tender that it won't be the last time I'll use it. look forward to experimenting with some more. Thanks Nicole

  • Bob and Debbie in Wamuran

    We have brought various cuts of this wonderfully grown and locally produced goat meat. We have used premium cuts in roasts and lessor cuts braised in red wine or in a West Indian curry. We have been completely satisfied on every occasion with this very tasty lean meat.

  • Rose Calvert Stanmore

    My partner has never eaten goat meat in his life, he found the taste sensational, especially in a curry! Recommend for everyone to try is a must! It's very yummy meat to eat, less fatty and more tasty than lamb is.

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