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With an accessible structure designed for use in the field, this book provides a general veterinary guide to treating common conditions in these animals. Preparing meat goats for the breeding season animal science facts. Currently, in the united states, there is a higher demand for goat meat, also called chevon, than there is a supply. S and r meat goats provide quality genetics for the show goat industry, located in cumberland, virginia. These days, more and more people are looking into ways of incorporating such meat into their daily meals, which makes this particular market potentially profitable. Covers meat breeds, getting started, meat production, kidding and kid raising, health and diseases, feed ration tables, work calendar for goat ranch. Please do research into goats and determine if there is even a market for goat meat in your area. Prior to reaching final decisions, some rather skillfully investigated. Raising meat goats 3 goat characteristics farmers look for. This wont apply if you are raising goats for meat, but obviously, if you are raising goats for milk, you need the right supplies for milking the goats. While there are many books about raising meat goats available, this one is different in that it is the only book that addresses how to manage meat goats on a commercial scale.

What you feed your goats play a vital role in their overall lives such as reproduction, growth, lifespan, protection from diseases, and even the quality of meat and milk that they would be able to produce. Theresa becchetti livestock and natural resource advisor stanislaus and san joaquin counties university of california cooperative extension. This breed is the most profitable section because of the growing ethnic groups in our country and those still coming into the u. This comprehensive manual is the smallfarm guide to profitable meat goat production. Raising goats is the ideal resource for the new farmer just starting out, providing a comprehensive guide for preparing and caring for the addition of goats to your backyard farm. I have bought pretty much most goat books on amazon. A lot of people around the world eat goat meat, which is lean and delicious. This means plenty of roughage, free choice browsing, and pasture rotation. Many ethnic groups who live in the united statesfrom hispanic to eastern european to southeastern asianrely on the lean, tasty meat as a protein staple. Home live stock raising goats 10 best tips on raising goats for milk and meata guide for beginners. Raising goats is the perfect guide for beginners thinkingabout including goats to their sustainable homestead. There is no onesizefitsall approach to raising goats or any livestock for that matter.

The trend for smaller, more agile goats was dominant in the wild. Meat goat prices have been steadily increasing since the mid 1990s. For anyone thinking of acquiring a goat or starting a herdfor whatever reasonthis book is an. If you are interested in raising your own herd, here are some tips on how to raise boer goats. Origin of the breed the improved boer goat originated in the eastern cape through selection from the indigenous goat breeds and other european breeds of the area. We have written this book because of the new and increasingly widespread interest in north america in meat goats, animals whose great potential has by and large long been overlooked in this part of the world. The introduction of the boer goat has stirred up a lot of interest in all sectors of agriculture. Goat meat is usually highly valued for its leanness and distinctive flavor. Raising meat goats for profit is gails first book, however she is very excited to announce that. If you use a crossbred boer buck, there is a chance that the kids will take after the other breed and not the boer side. Before buying goats, decide whether you want to raise them for yourself or in order to sell meat or milk.

Niemann explains why raising a goat for a dairy animal is easier, simpler, and smarter than buying a dairy cow. Curly kelly meat goats 900 son x norman kohls thanks to preston farris for allowing us to purchase such a powerful buck and glenn martin for locating him. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months new customers receive 15% off your. I loved goats and i dreamed of having a boer goat farm.

If you live where it gets cold in the winter, you will have to supplement your goats. Where i live in wisconsin, during the summer my goats enjoy a pasture full of everything from timothy grass and alfalfa to the alltime goat favorite, burdock. If youre looking for a complete beginners guide to raising boer goats for profit, youve landed in the right place. About 12 years ago he started buying meat goats and began to grow his herd with the occasional help of his son tanner. Storeys guide to raising meat goats, 2nd edition storey publishing. Goats are easier and cheaper to keep than many larger animals, they will keep a pony company, pull a cart, and produce the perfect milk for many artisan cheeses. Click to view all lots and bid online with the cancellation of the premier goat sale in indiana.

In a typical year, greg will have more than 600 commercial does kidding, along with raising corn, soybeans wheat, hay and cattle. Keep in mind that a single doe will produce 90 quarts of fresh milk every month for 10 months of the year. Covering every topic from selecting and maintaining a breed, to the. Are you looking for goats to milk or meat goats to sell. And as more and more people look for ways to live sustainably and grow their own food, goats are a wonderful option for raising meat and milk, and you can harvest their fleece, as well.

Sheep and goats are farmed worldwide for meat, milk, skins and wool. So, you want to do meat goats american goat federation. But, preparing the breeding does and bucks for the breeding season could have a large influence on the outcome and the profitability of the operation. Storeys guide and raising goats for dummies give very good information on a lot of topics. This diverse range of uses means that many people rely on these animals as a source of income, food and warm clothing, though they can also be kept as pets. Ranchers goat meat grabs attention of chefs the new. Preparing meat goats for the breeding season nc state. Rasing your own goats for meat can give you a greener, more sustainable lifestyle. Special thanks to individuals who helped with this book annette froman, administrative assistant michael haddigan, story editor rebecca hill, technical information specialist. The demand for tasty, lowfat goat meat is rapidly growing and, compared to other livestock, meat goats are inexpensive to buy, easy to handle. Here is an invaluable resource and essential handbook for experienced and novice farmers. Raising goats for meat involves a variety of decisions.

I recommend a boer buck, because they will produce a meatier kid. Discover how raising your own meat goats can be a fun and profitable endeavor. Bill niman, who founded a meat company known for its humane treatment of animals, is on to other ventures. Each breed was developed with the same goal in mind. When it comes to raising goats for beginners the first step is choosing what type of goat you want.

Cograzing meat goats and beef cattle has many advantages. Could i get goat ranching to be a profitable business. Easier and cheaper to keep than many larger animals, they will keep a pony company, pull a cart, and produce the perfect milk for many artisan cheeses or meat for some of the most upandcoming ethnic cuisines. Raising goats for milk and meat new revised edition rosalee sinn paul rudenberg illustrations by barbara carter. Goat meat is the meat of choice in many countries it makes up 63% of red meat consumed around the world and while it has not been favored by americans in.

Kelli griffith 1, glenn rask2, kraig peel 3, steve levalley 4, and celina johnson 5 1 graduate student, extension education 2 associate professor, extension education 3 assistant professor, animal sciences 4 extension sheep specialist 5 youth livestock specialist. It also means providing your goats with proper food, forage, and health care. Raising meat goats can be a profitable small farm venture. Several times each week i hear from goat producers across the nation who are breeding every imaginable cross in an effort to produce the ultimate slaughter meat goat. Storeys guide to raising meat goats book premier1supplies. Katherine anne march 3, 2014 raising goats 3 comments 3,273 views. Anyway, very knowledgeable about raising meat goats. Since the late seventies, i have observed with professional concern, personal interest, and occasional alarm as owners and prospective owners considered initiating or expanding goat enterprises. I purchased the book thru heifer international for only 15. It was estimated by the 2012 census of agriculture that the nc meat goat breeding stock inventory totals 54,698 animals for a total of 3,659 farms, or an average of 15 goats per farm. The book begins on explaining how to buy a goat, what to look for, what things to consider, the different breeds of goats. A wonderful resource for goat breeders, raising meat goats for profit includes information about the meat breeds, how to get started with meat production, easy to use feed ration tables, real advice for new breeders, kidding and raising kids, how to sell your goats, uptodate information about health and diseases, recipe book, 250 pages of user friendly information.

Easy to handle and easy to raise, this hearty stock is increasing in demand as north americas immigrant population and taste for the. Raising boer goats what every beginner should know about keeping boer goats the demand for goat meat or chevon has increased dramatically over the past years. If you are in the meat goat business, this book needs to be in your library. Since it takes a considerable investment in land, shelters, and fences to raise them, one needs to look at the future outlook for meat goats before getting started. The boer goat was developed in south africa as a breed meant solely for meat production. But by working with nature, you can raise happy, healthy dairy goats and produce your own milk, cheese, meat, fertilizer, leather, fiber and soap all without relying on drugs or following the factoryfarm model. I am sure there are other books that work well also. Meat goats, their history, management and diseases is a valuable reference you will turn to again and again.

On our goat farm, we opt to raise our meat goats as naturally as possible. A comprehensive book on what you need to know to start raising meat goats for profit. About 63 to 65 percent of red meat consumed in the world is goat meat. Gail has a bachelors degree in education, and many years of teaching and writing experience. In particular, the boer goat which was developed in south africa in the early 1900s, is a popular choice for producers. There are five major breeds of meat goats in the united states. Feeding meat goats raising meat goats the essential. I believe that this approach can waste years of valuable breeding time. This is one of the thickest bucks i have had the opportunity to own. Raising meat goats full time since january 1990, suzanne has extensive experience to apply to handson problems of raising goats. Health and management articles tennessee meat goats.

Getting started with meat goat farming backyard goats. Longtime goat rancher yvonne zweedetucker draws on 20 years of handson experience to help you raise your own meat goats. Some people dont bother with a stand, but it does tend to make the job a whole lot easier. A wonderful resource for goat breeders, raising meat goats for profit includes information about the meat breeds, how to get started with meat production, easy to use feed ration tables, real advice for new breeders, kidding and raising kids, how to sell your goats, uptodate informations about health and diseases, recipe book, 250 pages of user friendly information. The demand for tasty, lowfat goat meat is rapidly growing and, compared to other livestock, meat goats are inexpensive to buy, easy to handle, and less laborintensive. Even if youre raising goats for your own use, youll need to keep at least two so they dont get lonely. Cograzing meat goats and beef cattle has many advantages meat goat notes. The meat goat handbook is available just below order online or by mail or from your your favorite online or intown bookstore. We had a member called sideplanner, dont think they are still here, went over to. Getting started in the meat goat business bulletin i, vol. Illustrated throughout with color photography, this instructive handbook includes advice about breeds, feeding, housing, safety, health, kidding, butchering, and selling product, as well as a glossary and a resources appendix. Meat goats are generally not used for milking, and some even have traits that make them undesirable.

Demand for goat meat, milk, cheese, and hide has steadily increased in the united states along. His sire is the great kelly buck curly and his dam a doe from norman kohls. In 1997 gail began writing humorous and informational articles for several magazines. Above, he visits his goats at a partners ranch in eastern oregon. The complete guide to raising meat goats for profit. You need to know about the famous breeds of meat and milky goats this would help you in.