Description
Goats have been domesticated for thousands of years, providing essential resources like meat, milk, skin, fiber, and employment opportunities. This book explores the socio-economic significance of goat farming, particularly in arid, semi-arid, and tribal regions. It covers the importance of goats in India, where they are the preferred meat source, and the challenges of sustainable goat rearing in changing environments. The book delves into the nutritional needs of goats, management practices, and the role of goats in rural livelihoods. It is an invaluable resource for farmers, researchers, and policymakers looking to optimize goat farming in diverse agro-climatic conditions.
