Goat farming

Goat farmig

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Goat farming

Goat farmig

Sathiyavarsha K · Answer

1. Breed Selection (Based on Region & Purpose):
Meat: Boer, Sirohi, Osmanabadi, Black Bengal

Milk: Jamunapari, Beetal, Saanen

Dual Purpose: Barbari, Jakhrana

2. Housing:
Dry, well-ventilated, elevated shed

10–15 sq. ft. space per adult goat

Clean flooring with proper drainage

3. Feeding:
Green fodder: Lucerne, Berseem, Subabul

Dry fodder: Wheat straw, dry grasses

Concentrates: Maize, soybean meal, mineral mix

Clean water: Always available

4. Health Care:
Vaccination: PPR, ET, FMD, Goat pox

Deworming every 3 months

Regular cleaning and isolation of sick animals

5. Breeding:
Male:female ratio – 1:20

Breeding age: 8–10 months

Gestation period: ~150 days

6. Business Tips:
Start with 10–20 goats

Keep proper records (birth, vaccination, weight)

Market locally or through cooperatives