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Choosing a Goat:
Tips for Livestock Farmers


So, you have decided that you are going to raise goats, and you are wondering the best one to choose. Before you start your search, it is important that you know exactly what you are going to do with the goat. Goats are a popular livestock option mainly because of their meat, milk, and fiber. Some consider raising goats as pets. What about you? What is your purpose for purchasing a goat? Your purpose will determine the best goat to buy.

The following are tips on choosing a goat based on the purpose of raising a goat.

Meat



If you plan to raise goats for meat, the best choice of goat breed is the South African Boer. It is considered the best meat-yielding goat breed because of its quick growth rate and strong immunity against goat diseases. Other goat breeds that yield quality meat include Brush, Spanish, West African Dwarf, Kiko, and Myotonic.

When choosing a meat-yielding goat, don’t just choose any breed. You must inspect the goat carefully to make sure that its appearance is healthy enough for your purpose. Choose a goat that looks wide and heavy. Also, its body must be square and stocky, and its back part must be flat and thick.

Milk



Goat milk contains low amounts of lactose, making it a great alternative for cow’s milk. It is ideal for people who are lactose intolerant but want to get the nutritional benefits of milk.

Appearance and breed are two main considerations when selecting a goat for its milk. The best milk-producing breeds are the Nigerian and Nubian goats because they produce large amounts of milk. Another good breed for this purpose is the Aline goat, but it is harder to raise because of its aggressive nature.
When it comes to appearance, opt for milking goats with a healthy bone structure. The goat’s udder is also an indication of its ability to produce lots of milk. The best choice is a goat with a firm udder that does not have any bump or scar.


Fiber



Some goats are raised for their fiber, especially wool, mohair, and cashmere. The best fiber-yielding goats are Angora goats because they produce wool with a silky texture and beautiful appearance. Since they are more delicate than other types of goats, Angora goats should receive a great deal of care and attention.

Companionship



Goats make great pets, especially if they are bred for companionship. When choosing a pet goat, make sure you get a neutered one. Neutered goats have better temperament than non-neutered ones. Male goats that are non-neutered, for example, tend to be very aggressive and uncontrollable at times.

It is also a good idea to choose pygmy or small-size goats since they are easier to raise as pets. Full-sized goats are harder to take care than their smaller counterparts. There are mini versions of popular goat breeds such as Nubian and La Mancha that are available in some pet stores.

Goats are versatile because of their many uses, thus making them a great livestock option. The best goat for you depends on what you intend to do with it.
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Livestock Emergency Guidelines and Standards

Livestock Emergency Guidelines and Standards

Livestock play a crucial part in people's livelihoods throughout the world and when humanitarian emergencies arise, rapid assistance is needed to protect and rebuild the livestock assets of affected communities. The Livestock Emergency Guidelines and Standards (LEGS) are a set of international guidelines and standards for the design, implementation and assessment of livestock interventions to assist people affected by humanitarian crises. LEGS expands the commitment in "The Sphere Handbook"-the Humanitarian Charter and Minimum Standards in Disaster Response-towards supporting livelihood assets, by presenting clear and practical options for supporting livestock during and following disasters.LEGS provides guidance on the identification of appropriate livestock responses, followed by detailed information on a number of interventions, namely: destocking, veterinary services, the provision of feed, the provision of water, livestock shelter and settlement, and restocking. Each technical chapter contains minimum standards, key indicators, and guidance notes, together with decision-making tools and a discussion of key cross-cutting issues.LEGS should be read by donors, program managers and technical experts designing or implementing livestock interventions in disasters.LEGS was developed by a steering group of professionals from the Feinstein International Center of Tufts University, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, the International Committee of the Red Cross, the African Union and Veterinaires sans Frontieres, Belgium, working with a team of technical writers and contributors from around the world.


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Raising Goats Guide eBook Complete Guide
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