There are well over 200 identifiable breeds of goat in the world with some 13 in the UK as well as many cross-breeds. Distinctive cheese and yoghurt, prime lean meat and highly prized cashmere and mohair fibre are all products of this unique species. In this illustrated manual, the author provides essential information for successful goat keeping. In addition, Hilary Matthews has written a chapter on showing which should give the reader an insight into the world of the show ring. Subjects covered include: characteristics and breeds; breeding and reproduction; kid rearing; milk production and dairy work; goat fibre and production; health and disease; showing; and profitable goat keeping. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

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Title: Practical Goat Keeping
Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd, United Kingdom, Ramsbury
Publication Date: 2001
Language: English
ISBN 10: 1861263899
ISBN 13: 9781861263896
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Very Good
Weight: 399 grams

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There are well over 200 identifiable breeds of goat in the world with some 13 in the UK as well as many cross-breeds. Distinctive cheese and yogurt, prime lean meat, and highly prized cashmere and mohair fiber are all products of this unique species. In this well-illustrated manual, the author provides essential information for successful goat keeping. Hilary Matthews has written the chapter on showing which will give the reader an insight into the world of the show ring.

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Alan Mowlem has over 35 years experience of goat research and management. Alan was founder of the Goat Veterinary Society, Vice President of the British Angora Goat Society and is honorary goat consultant to the Royal Agricultural Society of England. Resident - Bridgwater, Somerset

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