Description
Farm geese are hardy, intelligent birds that have been valued on homesteads for centuries. Whether you’re looking for natural guardians, productive egg layers, excellent foragers, or simply birds full of personality, geese are a rewarding addition to almost any property.
Unlike ducks, geese thrive primarily on grazing. They happily spend their days eating grass and weeds, making them surprisingly economical to keep while also helping maintain paddocks, orchards, and large gardens. Their loud calls and alert nature also make them outstanding watchdogs, quickly warning of visitors or potential predators.
Our geese are naturally raised on the Waterberg, with plenty of space to roam, forage, and enjoy fresh air and clean water.
Why Choose Geese?
Excellent natural guardians
Outstanding grazers and weed controllers
Large, nutritious eggs
Rich, flavoursome meat
Friendly and highly social
Hardy and well suited to South African conditions
Long-lived birds with plenty of personality
Male & Female Differences
Ganders
Larger than females
More protective and territorial
Louder, deeper honking
Excellent flock guardians
Geese
Slightly smaller
Generally calmer
Reliable seasonal egg layers
Strong maternal instincts
Perfect For
Farms and smallholdings
Lifestyle properties
Orchards and vineyards
Natural weed control
Pond and dam environments
Mixed poultry flocks
Families wanting friendly, interactive birds
Care
Provide fresh drinking water and an area for bathing.
Access to pasture is ideal, with grass making up much of their diet.
Supplement with quality waterfowl or poultry feed when needed.
Supply secure overnight housing to protect against predators.
Geese are social birds and should be kept in pairs or groups whenever possible.
