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Practical Angora Goat Raising offers practical steps for building a successful Angora flock.
Aimed at beginners, this guide draws on long experience to present essential points in breeding, feeding, kidding, and care. It covers the Angora goat’s history, how to choose animals, and how to manage health and by‑products, with plenty of real‑world detail.
This edition presents a clear, methodical approach to raising Angoras in a way that helps readers make steady progress. You’ll find guidance on gestation, weaning, marking, and the care required to keep goats productive through seasons and markets. It emphasizes selecting for the traits that matter most for mohair quality and meat yield, while addressing common diseases and daily farm practices.- How to select breeding stock to improve fleece fineness and overall structure
- Practical schedules for breeding, kidding, and managing a flock
- Strategies for maintaining mohair quality and meat value
- Health care basics, including lice control, parasites, and routine checks
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating history and practicalities of raising Angora goats, a breed famed for producing mohair, a luxurious fiber prized for its unique properties. The author, drawing upon decades of personal experience and research, takes readers on a journey through the origins of the Angora goat, tracing its roots to the vilayet of Angora in Asia Minor. The book meticulously examines the evolution of the breed, its adaptation to diverse environments, and the unique qualities of its fleece. The reader gains insight into the intricacies of breeding Angora goats, learning about the nuances of crossbreeding with common goats and the importance of selective breeding to achieve the desired characteristics. The book explores the intricacies of mohair production, covering the process of shearing, grading, and manufacturing, and shedding light on the diverse applications of mohair in the textile industry. From historical accounts of early importations to the development of modern breeding practices, this book offers a comprehensive and insightful guide to the Angora goat industry, equipping readers with the knowledge and practical advice needed to navigate the complexities of this unique and rewarding agricultural pursuit. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282773052_0
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