Boer goats are large framed, bulky, animals. They are the largest of the goat breeds. Mature does can weigh 190 to 230 pounds and mature bucks can weigh 200 to 340 pounds. They have a rapid growth rate and high fertility.
They are one of the most common goat breeds in the USA. They received their name from a Dutch word meaning "farmer". Their origin is believed to be from African indigenous, Indian, Angora, and European ancestry.
They, commonly, have white bodies with brown heads, long ears and are easily managed.
They are hardy, intelligent and adaptable animals. They can thrive well in bright and hot climatic regions, including the Mediterranean, tropical, sub-tropical and semi-desert.
They like to browse the pasture and are helpful in maintaining control of weeds, brush, greenbrier, brambles, and more. They offer adequate milk but are mostly raised for meat production or as show goats.
Are you interested in raising goats? If so, Spencer’s Farm will soon have Boer goats for sale!
Our goats are registered and registerable, full blood and percentages, Does with kids, Yearling doelings and SA Boer Herd Sire. If interested, please contact us!
Spencer's Farm knows all about goat care. Here on our farm, in Tennessee, we raise Alpine and Saanen, dairy goats, too!