Commercial breeding of alpine goats is popular, especially in Europe and America. It is a breed of dairy goat, highly valued for its milk production. And the breed is very suitable for small-scale and commercial production.
The Alpine goat originated in the French Alps and this breed is one of the most popular dairy goat breeds. Alpine goats are medium to large sized animals and have no established colors or markings. They have horns, a straight profile and erect ears.
Typically, alpine goats range from white or gray to brown and black. Drafts are heavy, they are whey, they are suitable for industrial production. Alpine goat’s milk is suitable for making butter, cheese, soap, ice cream or any other dairy product (usually made from cow’s milk).
Alpine goats are suitable for both industrial dairy production and domestic goat breeding. Depending on the species, the average milk production of a lactating fallow deer is around 4 liters per day. This is why commercial breeding of alpine goats can be good business and profitable.
How to Start Breeding Alpine Goats
Getting started with commercial alpine goat breeding is quite simple. Today, alpine goats are bred by many farmers around the world for milk production.
Today, the breed is available in many countries such as India, Philippines, Malaysia, West Indies and many other countries.
Starting a new goat business in the Alps is like starting a new breed of goats. Here we try to detail the steps to start an alpine goat farming business.
Buy goats
First, you need to choose the type of alpine goat to start your business. In fact, there are many types of alpine goats around the world. The most common are American Alpine, British Alpine, French Alpine, Alpine and Swiss Alpine goats.
Choose any type and try to find out more about its availability in your area. In fact, you can choose any type, depending on its availability in your region. You can research some of the existing farms in your area or visit any livestock market in your area. You can also search your local online classified sites.
Houses
Alpine goats are medium to large sized animals. So, on average, about 12 square feet of living space will suffice for a goat. If you want to keep goats in a goat farming system, you will need about 20 to 30 square feet of play space for each goat.
A house raised above the ground is considered suitable for keeping alpine goats. Although you can grow them in a deep bed system. Just provide a dry and clean environment for your goats. Provide a good ventilation system and provide enough fresh air and light.
Try to make the goat’s house comfortable. And keep all the necessary equipment in the house. Clean your house regularly and always try to keep it dry.
some products
Feeding goats with very good quality food is very important for a goat business in the Alps. Therefore, always try to feed your goats quality feed. Goats generally like green vegetables and grains. So you have to give them both.
But as a dairy goat breed, Alpine goats generally need more green fodder to remain productive. And green fodder is essential for milk production.
reproduction
Alpine goats are naturally good breeders. And in general, instead of artificial breeding, a natural breeding system is maintained. Keeping a deer for 30-35 heads will be good for successful breeding.
Care
Besides providing good shelter and quality forage, alpine goats also need extra care for better growth and productivity. Deworm and vaccinate goats in a timely manner to ensure their safety.
Separate breeding males from the herd and give them special attention. Also keep pregnant and nursing women separate from the herd.
Marketing
Selling goat products is not a problem. You can easily sell your products in the local market. Goat’s milk is in high demand and valued in the market. This way, you don’t have to think much about marketing your products.
These are the steps to starting and sustaining a commercial alpine goat business. I hope this guide has helped you! Good luck and God bless you!
