Exciting things are happening at Sunflower Farm in Longmont this spring, from the birth of three baby goats to an upcoming documentary highlighting the farm’s sustainable agriculture and educational programs.
On Monday, Rosie, a first-time mother goat, gave birth to triplet black-and-white kids — two boys and one girl. All are healthy and will be available for the public to interact with at Sunflower Farm’s Farmfest this Sunday, which will occur from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The baby goats will come out for “snuggles and showing” from around 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. The farm plans to keep the female for breeding and will rehome the male goats in the coming months.
Sunflower Farm is home to around 100 animals, including chickens, goats, sheep, and cows, offering hands-on experiences for children and visitors. Baby animal births are common in the spring, says Executive Director Liz Napp. Earlier this year, the farm even welcomed a surprise Valentine’s Day calf, named Cupid Valentina…