He says the New Zealand Cashmere foundation flock programme has several benefits.
“The benefits of introducing cashmere goats into farm systems go beyond revenue diversification. They include improved pasture quality, with improvement in clover content that benefits other stock classes. They are also a good form of biological weed control – reducing use and rising costs of chemical sprays.”
He says goats are also great at weed control.
“We have seen strong interest from farmers looking at improving their more rugged blocks as goats are weed-control specialists and will eat weeds that sheep won’t touch including blackberry, Californian or Scotch thistles and foxglove. When you think about the farming conditions in these regions, goats are an ideal addition to your other stock classes. They’re easy temperament, hardy and require minimal labour to run.”
The Details:
What: New Zealand Cashmere presentation
When: Thursday, November 30, 5pm-7pm
Where: Whangamōmona Hotel
Other: Light food and refreshments provided
