Wednesday, May 2, 2012

Half way there

So far, we've got about half the number of goats needed for the goat test and half the number of goats needed for the pen vs. pasture study. 

As of today, eight producers from five states have consigned 35 goats to the test and committed 14 bucks to the pen vs. pasture study.  Most of the goats are Kiko or Kiko-influenced. There is one consignment of Myotonics and one Spanish buck consigned.

Delaware - 5 (2)
Indiana - 5 (2)
Kentucky - 10 (4)
Maryland - 7 (2)
Virginia - 8 (4)

Upon delivery to the test site on June 2, all goats must have intra- or interstate health papers issued by an accredited veterinarian.

The nomination deadline is May 15.  Please contact Susan at (301) 432-2767 x343 or sschoen@umd.edu if you have any questions about the nomination process, the test, or the study.