Goat Farming And Types Of Goats

GOAT FARMING 

The goat belongs to the Bovida family. One of the first animals to be tamed, goats have been used all across the world for their milk, meat, skin, and hair. There were over 924 in 2011.

million live goats worldwide, according to the UN Food and Agriculture

Organization for Agriculture.

In Pakistan, there are 25 goat breeds, nine of which are milk producing breeds, and approximately 2 of total milked produced annually.   

 

• Population of different livestock species in Pakistan

Types Of Goats

Beetal goat

          Beetal goats are the most common breed of goat due to their dual utility as meat and milk producers.

Nawabshah and Mirpur Khas in Sindh are the geographical areas of concentration.

Punjab's cities include Sahiwal, Lahore, Jhang, Faisalabad, and Sargodha.

Adult weight 40 kg for men and 25 kg for women Daily milk yield per litre 1.00

CHAPPAR OR( kohistani or jabli ) GOAT

Geographic area concentration of the Chappar or (Kohistani or Jabli) goat breed used for meat production

Jacobabad, Dadu

Tharparkar, Nawabshah

Lasbela and Karachi

Adult body mass index

27 in men

23 females

Milk yield per litre on a daily basis

0.65 - 1

Chappar is a small creature with long black hair.

kamori goat

Kamori goat breed is used for milk and meat production. Geographical concentrations include Hyderabad, Nawabshah, and Larkana.

Adult weight 60 for men and 50 for women Dairy milk yield per litre 1.8-2.2

Kamori goats are easily identified by their body type, colour, and stunning appearance. They are well-known for their distinct body structure, which includes long ears, a long neck, and vibrant colours. They have a large body and a striking coat colour.

SINDHI DESI

Sindh desi goat, a Pakistani breed, is the result of a cross between the kamori and chappar breeds. Sindh desi is well-known for its milk and meat production. Sindh desi goats are small in size with a black body, but white, grey, and spotted animals are also seen, and the head and part of the neck are black. It is one of the best-registered goat breeds in Pakistan, and it can be found in Sindh province's Dadu, Nawabshah, Sukhur, and a portion of Larkana. Sindh desi buck weighs about 27 kg and does weigh about 23 kg on average. It can produce 0.9 to 1.8 litres of milk per day.

Kajli (pahari) 

The Kajli goat breed is a medium-sized breed that is primarily found in the Balochistan and Punjab Provisions of Pakistan districts of Loralai and D.G Khan, respectively. This native goat breed is distinguished by its black colour, long hair, and twin births. The average body weight is between 30 and 25 kg.

Particular Attention

These goats are ideal for nomad tribes who live in extremely dry, hot, and mountainous areas. On traditional fodder, the doe produces 1-1.5 litres of milk per day. Examine the Kajli goat's profile in the chart below.

Kajli Goat | Breed Information

Kajli is the breed name.

Pahari, also known as Koh-e-Sulemani

Breed Type Meat, Hair, and Milk Breed Size

Medium Weight Buck (approximately 30 kg) Doe (approximately 25 kg) Horns

Yes

Tolerance to Climate Change

Extremely hot

 and Dry Climates

Excellent for Stall Fed

Uncertain Rarity

Common Country/Location of Origin

Pakistan.

KAGHANI GOAT

The Kaghani goat is a domesticated goat breed. It originated in the Hazara district valley and can also be found in the surrounding areas of NWF Province, Pakistan.

In some areas, it is also known as the Bakerwali goat. Kaghan Valley is the breed's home range (Abbotabad, Kohistan, Mansehra and Swat).

The Kaghani goat is primarily used for meat production, but it also produces cashmere fibre. More information about this goat breed can be found below.

Characteristics of the Kaghani Goat

The Kaghani goat is a medium-sized creature. Their skin is white, brown, grey, or black. They have long hair all over their bodies.

Bucks and does typically have horns. The Kaghani bucks can weigh up to 37 kg on average, while the does can weigh up to 32 kg.

This breed is primarily raised for meat production. However, the breed is also suitable for the production of cashmere fibre.

TEDDY GOAT

Teddy means "small," so the name of this breed is Teddy. Teddy goats are small to medium-sized goats. This breed comes in a variety of colours and has a well-developed small body. Another advantage of this breed is that it has a shorter birth cycle than other breeds in Pakistan. As a result, it is a more productive and rapidly growing meat breed. This breed has medium hair that hangs short and straight. They have little backward horns that are straight. The doe's udder is underdeveloped, but she has teats. It is one of the best-registered fast-growing goat breeds in Pakistan, and it can be found in the districts of Gujrat, Jhelum, Sargodha, and Rawalpindi in the Punjab Province.

The average height of a buck is 55 cm, and that of a doe is 50 cm. The average buck weighs approximately 34kg, while the average doe weighs approximately 23kg.

Particular Considerations

The Teddy breed is a powerful creature. They are well adapted to their natural environments. The does do not produce enough milk. On average, the does produce 0.50 litres of milk per day. In the chart below, you can see the Teddy goat's full breed profile.

Teddy Goat | Breed Information

Teddy's other name is Punjab. Teddy Purpose Meat Breed Size Small-Medium

Weight Buck approximately 34 kg Doe approximately 23 kg Horns

Climate Tolerance is true.

Coat Color Black, White, Red, Mix Texture All Climates

Coat Colors: Black, White, Red, Texture Mix

Common Country/Location of Origin

Pakistan

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