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The dullest goats are responsible for the state of Nigeria today under APC.

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RKTexpert:
That got me thinking 🤔, I should focus on raising smart, active, and energetic goats on my farm, not the dull ones. The black goat I have doesn’t even run when people approach her, and she seems unbothered even if a knife is at her neck as long as there’s food in front of her, she keeps eating!

She’s also quite dull, she got pregnant again barely two weeks after giving birth and now refuses to breastfeed her newborn kids 🤦. On top of that, she doesn’t mind sharing the same male goat with the white female goat nearby.

The white goat, on the other hand, is the total opposite. She’s a smart, lively, and caring mother, and her kids are just like her. Before she got pregnant, she would never allow the same male goat that mated with the black one to mount her. Instead, she’d wander off to find a different male outside the area. I’ll definitely be keeping her and her offspring.

2. Call your vet to check your goats

Once you’ve bought your goats, invite a vet to examine them for any signs of illness. If necessary, they can give them the right medications or vaccines to protect your investment.

From my experience, the most common health problems I’ve encountered so far are diarrhea and bloating, vomiting. To be cont'd.

This your black goat just remind me of Nigerian girls

Goat wey stubborn

The picture na goat rearing not farming


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I have 🐐 goats 4 sale

I'm in Kano
For Xmas or conventional farming
(0) 810 988 5235

How much

mcjohny:
I have 🐐 goats 4 sale

I'm in Kano
For Xmas or conventional farming
(0) 810 988 5235

Nic.e work :. I am interested too, but land is the main issue for[font=Lucida Sans Unicode][/font] mow

Andyblaze:
How much

150k

As a person that wishes to start this goat farming, I found this thread very helpful and useful. God bless you Bro. What would you advise someone like me that doesn't have a space yet? And how much do you think I can budget to start?

Good morning, I want to ask how much I can start with and how profitable goat farming is.

May God bless this business for you.

RebirthPhoenix:
This your black goat just remind me of Nigerian girls

lol

mariovito:
Do they stay there all day?

How do you handle the pee smell?

it smells a lot but I do always clean and sweep their shed to avoid further disease spread like foot and mouth disease, etc.
Nothing good comes easy but so far it's being a great journey

Dogalmighty17:
What do you mean by dullest and laziest goat? Do you expect it to solve differential calculus or Newtonian physics for you?

funny...

nightsaint:
Frankly speaking, is this what you will do and become a rich in life!

absolutely, give me 3yrs sir...I will be doing serious agri-business and won't have the luxury of time to be posting on nairaland...but if you think it is only goat rearing/farming I'm doing then you haven't met me.. I'm into integrated farming for the long haul...

Comment like this naa e mek me complete my backyard maize farming thread..

https://www.nairaland.com/8464068/how-plan-grow-maize-organically

I welcome una negativity - cuz I go dey always dey run things 110%

Zocalite:
The picture na goat rearing not farming


Oga just dey download chatgpt for us

my Facebook siggy dey attached where I post two times daily..check for reels too

mcjohny:
I have 🐐 goats 4 sale

I'm in Kano
For Xmas or conventional farming
(0) 810 988 5235

pls open your own thread for that...no selling of goats allowed here bro...

KENVEE6:
Good morning, I want to ask how much I can start with and how profitable goat farming is.

very profitable if done right and properly

KENVEE6:
Good morning, I want to ask how much I can start with and how profitable goat farming is.

like I said in my earlier post, I started 1 year 8 months ago with just two pregnant goats - white & black females
Both cost me 110k and each gave birth one female each..

Now:

I have got 4 goat kids ( 3 males + 1 female)
and 3 pregnant goats ( the old two I started with plus sole daughter to the white female goat..) the sole daughter to the black female was pregnant too but died, shockingly the mother kept head-butting her in the belly and killed her..
To sum everything up as far as livestock farming or rearing in dec 2025 per say:
4 kids
3 pregnant goats
1 mature ram ( I don't even know the breed, I'm targeting Salah sales)
1 mature female uda sheep ( just brought few weeks ago already pregnant)..
Total livestock = 9

Always get rid of nylon from your livestock pen. It may look harmless but it's very dangerous to animals. Goats, sheep, and cattle are curious feeders. Once they see nylon, they can easily pick it up and swallow it while feeding or licking the floor. Inside the stomach, nylon does not digest. It stays there, blocks digestion, reduces feed intake, and slowly weakens the animal.

Beyond the pen, always check the feed you give your animals. Cassava peels, crop residues, and even feeds bought from local feed suppliers can sometimes contain nylon, rope, or plastic fragments mixed inside. Many animals do not choose carefully. They eat whatever comes with the feed. Before serving, spread the feed out and remove any foreign materials you see.

Some cases of weight loss, poor growth, bloating, and sudden death are linked to nylon ingestion. The sad part is that the signs often appear when damage has already been done. Keeping the pen clean and inspecting feed properly are simple habits, but they protect your animals and save you from avoidable losses.

✍️Farmwell post

earlier on someone was asking if I can be rich rearing goats or sheep> I visited the local livestock market section yesterday..
Looking at this livestock upon hearing the final offer or sales worth each? I just called them executive sheep! because the price of one only is worth my annual salary after deducting total transport fare to the job..🤦
daily tf fares is digging serious hole in the pocket of monthly salary earners and that's a fact..abuja people can relate to the situation shaa

Special care for baby goats in the dry season

Always separate or priority feeding: Goat kids get easily pushed aside during group feeding. Always feed them first or use an isolated feeding area only they can access.

supplement lack of greens
- Dry season means little green forage. Provide legume hay, soft leaves, kitchen vegetable waste, spent grain paste, dry and mix feeds for proper growth.
- Adequate drinking water & minerals: Ensure clean water at all times and access to a mineral salt lick to prevent deficiencies and poor bone growth.

- Prevent stress & injuries
Avoid overcrowding during feeding, because trampling and stress reduce feed intake and immunity.
- Good, Clean & Dry housing
clean shelter protects kids from cold nights, dust and diseases.

- Regular health checks,
deworm, medicate and watch for weight loss or weakness - kids decline fast in harsh seasons.

In the dry season, baby goats don’t compete well. Extra attention, separate feeding and supplements are essential for healthy growth.

What I fed the goats & ewe today:

dried sorghum waste
Beans husks
roasted yam peels

All mixed together and given as a whole..
later in the evening I gave them mango leaves (fresh branch-cut) and chopped cucumbers

There is mineral block close to their drinking water - and always make sure the water is clean and available 24/7, hence we are experiencing real dry season over here.

Confined goats rearing via fencing need mineral salt block and better health management which raises costs but improves productivity and security. Free-roaming goats rearing method cost less to feed and medicate but come with high theft risk and poor control. Good hygiene, space and minerals can make enclosed systems healthier and more profitable.

Since we are already in the dry season:
cucumbers provide hydration and vitamins.
watermelon rind provides fiber and mild energy.

both are safe and beneficial as supplements, but small ruminants still need proper forage for good growth and health. Because these feeds contain a lot of water, it is better not to give them during the rainy season, as they may cause diarrhea.

- feed small amounts only
- always combine with dry forage or hay
- avoid feeding to very young kids during heavy rains
- stop immediately if loose stool appears

goat market somewhere in Lagos

https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1MaJpCwZB5/

Today I visited the vegetable section of the market and collected all these discarded vegetable stalks from just one seller, for free. Imagine having a small silage-making machine to chop the forage, mix it with a little molasses solution and then compress and store it in an airtight drum or polythene bag. This can provide feed for 3–5 days depending on the size of your ruminants. Especially, when you fetch and mix it with other feed materials like bean husks, soy milk residue and similar by-products to support a steady and affordable feeding program.

GOATS FAQs: Answers to 32 frequently asked questions In goats farming


1. At what age do goats reach sexual maturity?
Does reach sexual maturity at about 5–6 months, while bucks may show libido as early as 3–4 months, but breeding is recommended later.

2. What is the ideal age to start breeding does?
does should be bred at 8–10 months or when they reach 60–70% of their adult body weight.

3. When should a buck be used for breeding?
Bucks are best used for breeding from 10–12 months, when their fertility and strength are well developed.

4. How long is the gestation period of goats?
The gestation period is approximately 150 days (5 months or more).

5. How many kids do goats usually produce? goats commonly produce twins, though singles and triplets also occur.

6. How often can goats give birth?
With proper management, does can kid every 8–9 months or once per year under extensive systems.


7. How fast do kids grow?
kids grow rapidly, gaining 150–250 g per day under good nutrition.

8. What do goats eat?
They eat grasses, legumes, browse plants, and perform best when supplemented with concentrates and mineral licks.

9. Can goats survive in hot climates? Well, it depends on the breed and absolutely yes. Most goats are highly adaptable and perform well in hot and dry climates, including Africa.

10. How much water do goats need daily?
Adult goats need 3–6 liters of clean water per day, more during hot weather.

11. What housing system is best for goats?
A well-ventilated, dry, raised or concrete-floored housing system with good drainage is ideal.

12. Can goats be raised under intensive systems?
Yes. Goats thrive under intensive, semi-intensive, and extensive management systems.

13. What diseases commonly affect goats?
Common diseases include PPR, foot rot, pneumonia, coccidiosis, and internal parasites.

14. How often should goats be dewormed?
Deworming is recommended every 2–3 months, depending on parasite pressure and management.

15. When should kids be dewormed for the first time?
Kids should receive their first deworming at 2–3 weeks of age.

16. At what age should kids be vaccinated?
Vaccinations usually start at 4–6 weeks, following a veterinary-recommended schedule.

17. When should kids be weaned?
Weaning is best done at 8–12 weeks, depending on growth and feed availability.

18. How can you identify a good goat?
Look for broad chest, strong legs, well-developed muscles, good body condition and alertness.

19. What is the lifespan of goats?
goats typically live 5–12 years under good management.

20. How many does can one buck serve?
One healthy buck can serve 25–40 does in a breeding season.

21. What minerals are important for goats?
Key minerals include calcium, phosphorus, selenium, zinc, and salt.

22. Can goats be crossed with local breeds?
Yes. Crossbreeding improves growth rate, meat yield, and adaptability.

23. How profitable is goat farming?
goat farming is highly profitable due to fast growth, high kidding rate and strong meat demand.

27. How much space do goats need?
Housing: 1.0–1.5 m² per adult goat
Exercise yard: adequate outdoor space is essential

28. Do goats require regular hoof trimming?
Yes. Hooves should be trimmed every 6–8 weeks to prevent lameness.

29. What signs show a doe is in heat?
Signs include tail wagging, restlessness, vocalization, swollen vulva, and seeking the buck.

30. What causes poor growth in goats?
Poor nutrition, parasites, overcrowding, diseases, and poor genetics.

31. How do you prevent kid mortality?
Ensure clean kidding areas, colostrum intake, proper nutrition, and early disease control.

32. What is the key to success in goat farming?
Good genetics, proper feeding, sound health management, and consistent record-keeping.

#2026 is going to be a good year by God willing

when green pasture dries up and prices rise, your livestock shouldn’t suffer. Stocking up ruminant feed early means steady nutrition, less stress, better weight gain and peace of mind all through the dry months.

livestock feed is locked and loaded..🧑‍🌾

This morning, the vet came to us to treat sucking and biting parasites on our goats. I have seen them rubbing themselves hard against rough surfaces, kicking and jamming their body against the pen structure and fence especially in the midnight and one of the four-month-old kids already had its fur eaten away for weeks now, showing how much it has affected their growth. We treated every goat, including the pregnant doe, spraying the solution over every spot and pen they lie or sleep in, hoping to prevent any reoccurrence.