Our Staff


TERRY HANKINS

Editor

Terry had more than 20 years of experience in newspaper editing, designing and writing when he formed his own business and began publishing Goat Rancher in 1996. Since then, Terry has watched the industry mature and has chronicled its spread across the country. Each issue of Goat Rancher features a commentary from Terry about the industry entitled "Fodder for Thought", from which he covers diverse topics such as production sales and current trends in the market, as well as comments on his own experiences in the goat business.

TESS FETTERLY

Contributing Writer

Tess Fetterly owns Twisted Horns Farm with her husband Adam and they raise 100% New Zealand and Purebred Kiko Goats. Tess grew up in Roswell, GA and after a short stint in the Navy, attended culinary school and became an executive chef and restaurant operator. After moving out west, she hung up her chef coat to work as a realtor, where she met her husband (a former Marine), together forming a successful real estate team in both Nevada and California. In 2021, Tess and her family returned to Georgia, purchasing a small farm in Jefferson. While Tess and Adam are still active realtors, Tess now focuses on sustainable agricultural pursuits, raising her much loved Kikos, a few chickens and Anatolian Shepherds with Adam and their three children. They are active supporters of their community, especially efforts to uplift and assist wounded veterans.

Cheryl Zuckschwerdt

Contributing Writer

Cheryl Zuckschwerdt and her family operate Not Forgotten Farmstead in Macon, Ga., where they raise goats, cattle and poultry supported by a dedicated team of ten livestock guardian dogs. Their focus is on harmony, stewardship and compassionate, sustainable agriculture. Cheryl is also an active board member of the Southeast Kiko Goat Association (SEKGA).