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The Barbary breed is famous for its meat production.
Ziaol, a resident of Balaichi in Uttar Pradesh, has been successfully raising Barbary goats for many years.
Often referred to as the “poor man's cow” or the “poor man's cash machine,” goats are praised for their low cost and ease of raising. The nickname fits the Barbary breed, which has become a lucrative business for local farmers like Zio.
Ziaol, a resident of Balaichi in Uttar Pradesh, has been successfully raising Barbary goats for many years. He keeps 30 to 40 goats, including their offspring, in a specially designed 500-square-foot barn. The facility features a large iron rack for storing feed and water, as well as a mud floor to ensure the goats can move comfortably.
The Barbary breed is famous for its meat production and is mainly found in the states of Punjab, Rajasthan, Agra and Uttar Pradesh. These medium-sized goats are characterized by a dense body, small, flat ears, and weigh 38-40 kg for males and 23-25 kg for females.
Barbary goats are also known for their unique appearance. The male body length is about 65 cm and the female body length is about 75 cm. They come in a variety of colors, with light brown spots on a white body being particularly common.
Both men and women have thick beards, and the average daily milk production is between 1.5 and 2.0 kilograms, with a maximum production of 140 kilograms at a time. The low cost of raising Barbary goats, combined with their profitability, makes them an attractive option for farmers looking for a sustainable source of income.
