Kiefer Livestock is a family-run operation that Nolan began in 2018 upon graduating high school after finding his passion for show goats and education through the FFA Program.

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Currently Nolan and his wife Peyton reside in San Angelo, Texas where they run approximately 150 head of goats. Both Nolan and Peyton grew up in the suburban areas of Klein and Wetherford Texas. Both towns began historically as large agricultural communities. However, over the past 40 years, much of the farm and ranch land has been developed into shopping centers and neighborhoods which ultimately led them to West, Texas.​

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Nolan graduated from Tarleton State University in 2022 with his B.S in Agriculture Education where he focused on honing the art of educating and working with youth. Nolan has been blessed with the opportunity to learn from and be advised by Dr. David Frazier and Mrs. Laurah Williams. Both mentors have served key roles in helping perfect his facilitation and education skills. Additionally, Nolan has had the privilege to work under and learn from numerous leaders in the Livestock Industry such as Luke Hammer, Chad Walker, and Steve Sturtz throughout his time in high school and college.

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In addition, Nolan also completed 3 years of undergraduate research through the Texas A&M Agrilife Research Center under the direction of Dr. Jim Muir and Mrs. Nicole Cherry in the Plant and Animal Interactions Laboratory. These work and education experiences have allowed Nolan to gain extensive knowledge of ruminant animals, develop a strong work ethic, practice the art of teaching, and create an inquisitive problem-solving mindset.​

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Peyton also grew up showing with great success in high school with a highlight Win at the Fort Worth Market Goat Show. Peyton has an undergraduate degree in ______ and a M.S In ____________. In college Peyton taught as a Graduate Assistant in the Ag Communications Department as well as conducted research on ______________.  Following her College Graduation from Tarleton State in _____ She went on to Lead the Youth 4-H Extension Programs for Will Barger County for 4 Years.

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During her time as a 4-H Agent Peyton developed pivotal skills of leading the youth, organizing events, running validation, show move in's, as well as locating multiple species of projects for her 4-h students.

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Kiefer Livestock places a heavy emphasis on educating and working hands-on with our clients and the youth.​​ Our services include livestock consulting, showmanship coaching, show day fitting, reproductive services, show goats, and everything needed to get you from day one to the grand drive.

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