Perhaps the final step in completing a backyard homestead is the addition of livestock, such as goats. This class will offer discussion about a variety of livestock—selection, care, feeding, benefits, and challenges—that would be included in an urban farm setting and discuss City of Irving codes related to keeping livestock – limitations and expectations.

*Part of Irving’s Urban Farming Lecture Series

Saturday, July 7
9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Irving Animal Care Campus
4140 Valley View Lane

Speakers:  
Fredi Sanderson, Animal Services Manager, City of Irving

To register online click here. 

For more information, call the Office of Environmental Stewardship at (972) 742-2296.