Archives for Goat Farming
Dairy Goat Farming In Kenya
The dairy goat farming sector is one of the emerging and fast growing sectors. It has seen an improvement and increased attention resulting from its benefits on poverty reduction. This…
Understanding The Export Process Of Goats From Kenya
I have said many times that the livestock farming system in Kenya has to change from subsistence to commercial for the country to effectively feed its citizens and trade profitably…
A simple guide to effective dairy goat farming business
Goat farming business is highly profitable. with some guidance and patience anyone will sure make a living from it. the market for goat is high and will continue to increase.…
Laikipia County Introduces Improved Goat Breeds To Boost Production
The Laikipia County government has introduced improved breeds of goats to boost meat and milk production. Agriculture and Livestock Chief Officer Emily Kioko said the programme entails introducing breeds that…
Goat Farming Business Plan Overview For Beginners
A suitable and effective business plan is a must for starting any business. As goat farming is a proven highly profitable business idea so, it is very necessary to make…
Understanding Internal Parasites In Goats
Most goats suffer from worms. Worm infestation may contribute to low growth rates and death from other diseases due to worms causing malnutrition. Young goats are more susceptible. It is…
The Killer Disease Ravaging Goats And Sheep In Turkana And West Pokot
West Pokot and Turkana counties are changing their strategies on tackling an endemic disease affecting goats and sheep. Peste des petits ruminants (PPR) disease, also known as ovine rinderpest, is…
Common Goat Diseases That You Should Be Aware Of
There are diseases that goats seem to commonly suffer from. As a goat owner, you need to make sure that you are aware of them and do what you can…
Goat Milk Farming: Is It Working On African Farms?
Goat’s milk is good business for farmers who supply niche markets. But with the right marketing, and more interest from small-stock farmers, the goat milk market has excellent prospects. Saanen…
Simple Goat Farming Business Plan For Beginners
Goat farming is not a new enterprise. Rearing goats is a profitable business. Rural people have been raising goats since the time immemorial. Generally goat farming means ‘rearing goats for…
