Description
The Boer Goat
The Boer Goat, is a South African land race and has been phenomenally successful as a registered small stock breed. Thanks to dedicated producers here in its home country who have rigorously applied selective breeding practices over almost a century, But the Boer Goat is now found in almost every country across the world. It is here in South Africa where the very best genetics in the world are sourced and where breed standards are determined. Why are Boer goats the best? This is because Boer goats have appealing traits in terms of production, fertility, maternal qualities and ease of management.
How long does it take for a Boer goat to mature?
3 years old .Boer goats grow quickly but only really reach their full adult weight at 3 years old. Mature bucks can weigh 120-150Kg while Mature does can weigh 80-100Kg.
How can you tell a pure Boer goat?
A Boer goat should have a Roman nose and pendulous ears and on Color – They should have a white body and dark red head and neck, yet all colors are acceptable. The Boer goat’s distinctive color helps it to be recognized.
You will need to feed your goat both roughages (hay) and concentrates (grains). And it is also important to establish a feeding routine twice a day for your goat at the same time every day Meanwhile Sudden changes in feed or feeding can damage the rumen. Forages are pasture, hay and brush. At what age can they get pregnant?
Doe. The female goat is called a “doe” or “nanny.” But Up to the age of 12 months, she is sometimes referred to as a “doeling.” The doe
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