For thousands of years, man has raised goats for a multitude of uses. Goats, as a species, are recognized as one of the first farm animals (before cattle and hogs) to be domesticated and used for human consumption. Versatile and hardy, goats thrive in many different environments and provide milk,...
Arthropod pests limit production in the goat industry in many ways. External parasites feed on body tissue such as blood, skin and hair. The wounds and skin irritation produced by these parasites result in discomfort and irritation to the animal. Parasites can transmit diseases from sick to...
This manual is one of a series of informational and training materials prepared in the area of goat diseases and health. The manual is intended for use in countries or localities where there is limited or no access to veterinarians. It is specifically designed to assist agricultural development...
This book is more than a review, and indeed is a source book of very valuable information on individual characteristics of a bewildering variety of breeds and types of goat, on the comparative performance of introduced breeds, and also on pertinent aspects of their management. In addition,...
The author's sincere desire in preparing this booklet is that it will serve to be readily used as a reference and aid in the raising of goats. Veterinary information and assistance are in short supply or nonexistent in many areas of the world. The author has endeavored to write this booklet in a...
1987-01-01 This book is a summary of our experiences working with animal health and husbandry problems in Tonga. It is also an attempt to make information that is available in other parts of the world relevant to Tongan animal husbandry methods, in the Tongan environment and culture, and in English simple...
2010-12-03 Minimal space and housing needs make goats a practical choice for small or backyard dairy farmers, andStorey's Guide to Raising Dairy Goatsis the one book framers need to raise healthy, productive animals. This comprehensive and reassuring guide includes complete instructions for turning your...