Advantages of Goat Farming
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Goats are Multi-functional animal. Goat’s milk is used for producing full cream goat powder, skimmed goat milk powder, goat butter, goat milk cream, fresh goat milk etc., Commercial goat farming business is contributing greatly to the economy and nutrition of a country. Goats are friendly in nature and lovable Goats reach sexual maturity within 7 – 12 months of age and give birth in a short time Both Female and Male goats have market value Goat milk is cholesterol free Goats give Skin, Meat and Fiber Return on Investment Ratio is Very Good Since goat farming is a profitable business many Government and Non-Government entities are providing loans Need less labor |
TO START GOAT FARMING BUSINESS SUCCESSFULLY, FOLLOW THE STEPS GIVEN BELOW
Select a suitable area for business that has all facilities for goat farming
Clean source for water supply
Equipment's
Food Source
Labor
Full Time Transportation
Veterinary Services
Market nearby to sell goats
TYPES OF GOATS
Boer Goats
Saanen Goats
Black Bengal Goats
Nigerian Dwarf Goats
Sirohi Goats
Pygmy Goats
See also Agricultural Business Ideas
SHELTER
Commercial goat farming needs a separate house for Goats. It should not be mixed with other livestock. Keep the shelter Clean and Neat. Proper Ventilation and Drainage system is must along with Fresh Air and Light inside shelter
FOOD
Goat needs Energy, Protein, Vitamin, Fiber and Water for growth. Goats prefer to eat Shrubs, Grasses, Weeds and Herbs
VACCINATION
Viral diseases like PPR, goat pox, foot and mouth diseases and bacterial diseases like anthrax, brucellosis etc. are very harmful for goats. So, proper vaccination is a must to prevent these types of diseases.
Goat Vaccination | ||
Vaccine Name | Applying Rate | Applying Method |
PPR | 1 ml | Injection Under Skin |
Foot & Mouth Disease | 2 ml | Injection Under Skin |
Anthrax | 1 ml | Injection Under Skin |
PROFIT & EXPENSE
Depends on how much care you adapt for Goat Farming. By proper planning and management you can easily make the Goat Farming business profitable. Small Scale requires low investment and High Scale require high investment.
In short, goat farming is a traditional, profitable, risk-less and very easy business because of its multi utility and fast growing rate.
