Breed Standard
The foundation document for the Nigora goat breed.
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Notes from the NorthBranchBreeding for those other traits
Alrighty then - we all know that outstanding dairy capabilities and exceptional fleeces are what we SHOULD be breeding for, but what about those just-for-fun traits that are considered optional... such as eye color or naturally polled? This is the...
Read MoreNotes from the NorthBranchWhen You Know Better, Do Better
By now, we are, all of us, aware of the American Nigora's claim to fame as (the one and only) dual-purpose animal for dairy and fiber. Although this breed has been 30 years in the making, we still need to get to the F6 generation in order to claim...
Read MoreNotes from the NorthBranchTo Be Horned or Not to be
Since the subject of horns is continually brought up in any discussion group involving goats, I felt it might behoove us all to address this topic and put it behind us. The decision to keep the horns or remove them from our goats is a personal...
Read MoreNotes from The NorthbranchThe Importance of Breeding for Both
When I took early retirement, I removed myself from the urban forefront, started painting again, and learned how to be "agri-cultured." From a distance, I'm sure it appeared I'd given up a perfectly good career to play farm girl/amatuer artist. The...
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