Secure hardy and productive goat breeds such as Boer and Kalahari Red, specially selected for breeding and meat production in arid and tropical climates.
The Boer goat is a traditional South African meat breed, bred since the 1920s in the Eastern Cape for superior meat qualities and resilience in thorn veld environments.
Key Characteristics:
Large, muscular frame with distinctive white body and reddish-brown head
Excellent fertility; capable of up to three births in two years
Fast growth and high-quality carcass
Gentle temperament and strong browsing ability in harsh conditions
Average Mature Weight: Rams: up to ~110–120 kg ; Ewes: typically ~80–90 kg, depending on conditions and management
A heat-tolerant, red-coated meat goat developed from Boer and indigenous SA landraces. Specifically selected for adaptability to arid environments and strong performance under low-input systems.
Key Characteristics:
Medium-large frame with muscular body and glossy red-brown coat
Highly fertile; does frequently have twins and can breed multiple times per year
Exceptional heat resistance and disease tolerance; ideal for extensive grazing
Excellent maternal instincts and strong herd behavior traits
Average mature weight: Rams: 115–125 kg ; Ewes: 75–85 kg
An indigenous South African meat goat adapted to open-range and harsh veld environments. Closely related to the Boer but genetically distinct and naturally white-coated.
Key Characteristics:
Wonderfully adapted to grazing shrubs and thorn veld
Natural resistance to ticks and parasites
High fertility, early maturity, and easy kidding in veld conditions
Calm and lively temperament, strong mothering ability
Average Mature Weight: Rams: up to ~160kg ; Ewes: ~55–60 kg
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