Goat farming details

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Sathiyavarsha K · Answer

Goat farming is a profitable and low-investment livestock business suitable for both small and large-scale farmers. Here's a complete overview of goat farming:

Goat Farming: Full Guide
 Why Goat Farming?
Low investment, high returns

Fast-growing market for meat, milk, and manure

Goats can survive in diverse climates

Suitable for small landholders

Main Products from Goat Farming
Product	Details
Meat (Chevon)	High demand, quick turnover
Milk	Nutritional and easy to digest
Manure	Organic fertilizer
Skin/leather	Value-added product
Breeding Stock	For resale to other farmers

Types of Goat Farming
Meat Production (Most popular in India)

Milk Production

Breeding

Integrated Farming (with poultry or cows)

Best Goat Breeds in India
Breed	Purpose	Features
Boer	Meat	Fast-growing, heavy
Barbari	Meat/Milk	Small size, high fertility
Sirohi	Meat	Strong build, hardy
Jamunapari	Milk & Meat	Large body, high milk yield
Beetal	Milk & Meat	Punjab region, adaptable
Black Bengal	Meat	Small size, high-quality meat

Housing Requirements
Elevated, dry, well-ventilated shed

Slope flooring for drainage

Space: 10 sq ft per adult goat

Fencing to protect from predators

Feeding Schedule
Green fodder: Lucerne, Berseem, Subabul

Dry fodder: Straw, hay

Concentrate: Grains, pulses, mineral mix

Clean water: Always available

Goats need 2–3 kg of green fodder + 200-300 gm concentrate per day

Vaccination Schedule
Disease	Vaccine Name	Age
PPR	PPR Vaccine	3 months
Enterotoxaemia	ET Vaccine	3 months, then annually
Foot and Mouth	FMD Vaccine	Every 6 months
Goat Pox	Goatpox Vaccine	3 months

Cost and Profit (Small Scale Example: 20 Goats)
Expense	Approx. Amount (INR)
Goat Purchase (20)	₹80,000–1,00,000
Shed Construction	₹40,000
Feed (6 months)	₹30,000
Medicine/Vaccine	₹5,000
Miscellaneous	₹5,000
Total Investment	₹1.6–1.8 lakh

Net Profit (1 year): ₹60,000–₹1.2 lakh (depending on breed & market)

Government Schemes
NABARD Subsidy: 25%–33% subsidy for goat farming

National Livestock Mission (NLM): Support for shed, goats, training

Basic Tips for Success
Start with healthy breeds from certified farms

Maintain hygiene & regular vaccination

Maintain breeding records

Get training from Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) or Veterinary department