Boer Goats
It is also known as Africander / Afrikander, common goat of South Africa. The breed is a type native BOER improved, with influence of some European breeds, Angora goats and goats Indicas. The name derives from the Dutch word "Boer" meaning farm and was probably used to distinguish the native goats in South Africa from the goats imported during the nineteenth century.
Boer goats in the field of Millennium Cabins
The current type of BOER appeared early this century, is a typical white phenotype, with red head. The white gene in their body is their dominant feature. Another variety is the layer BOER brown coat color that is completely uniform throughout the body. BOER Goats are sturdy structure, good height, short hair, long ears and a horned head.
Adaptability
The versatility of Boer goats is their ability to adapt to various climates and production systems. this ability, coupled with excellent docility that has this kind, is an important economic feature, along with a direct bearing on the ability of production, the demand for herd stock and investment income.
It has a high resistance to endemic diseases. His habits of pastors include a broad spectrum of plant species.
In South Africa, this breed is used very effectively in combination with cattle due to their ability and limited impact on grass cover. This habit may be the reason why the BOER have low levels of infection or internal parasites.
Your tolerance for wild species of shrubs and plants is an example of physiological adaptation evolved. With its ability to conserve water, this breed is more adapted to heat. The BOER drink 40% less water per day that the bovine. The urine volume decreases at high temperatures to balance your metabolism.
Benefits of the flesh
Many people suffer from digestive problems that require a careful diet. The molecular structure of goats is different from other meats. Goat meat is digested very easily. It is also low in fat, which makes it a good alternative to compete with chicken or fish.
It has no cholesterol and fat concentrated extract is significantly lower than that of beef. They also have a high quality protein calories compared to other red meats. All these properties make it a true organic meat. Many people prefer the meat of an animal 75% BOER. BOER The influence of changes the flavor of the meat and is more light and tender. The animal is used almost entirely, and the cuts are similar to those made with the "Patagonian lamb."
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