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6E Farm's Angora Goats

I've been wanting to add Angora goats to the farm for quite awhile.  Their fleece, also called Mohair when it is off the goat,  is wonderful for spinning and their quiet, docile personalities make them a great addition.  Angora goats are sheared twice per year, once in the spring and once in the fall.    The first and second clip of a kid are the most valuable being the softest.  It is excellent for close to the skin garments.   The third and fourth clip of the yearling have developed lock and have luster and make great novelty yarns.  The adult clips are good for blending with other wools and for knitting outer wear such as sweaters.  This  makes them wonderful fiber animals for the hand spinner.  

Angora goats, especially the white, tend to be rather delicate and feed is a special consideration.  Since almost all of their energy goes to hair production, their protein needs are higher.  They are also more susceptible to parasites and kids are not as hardy if kidded in the winter time and so protection from cold and wet is important.

In the spring of 07 we partnered with Stephen Kruzich building our herd of AAGBA Angora does and then found Awesome, our CAGBA Angora buck.  We brought in a registered Pygmy buck to breed to the girls and so next year we should have adorable little registered Pygora babies!

Mohair fiber is available in the spring and fall.  Pricing varies according to the clip and whether it is raw or washed.  Check the farm store or contact us about availability.