Market Goat
Adult Leaders: Mrs. Montes
Youth Leader: Dominique M.
Goats are one of the top 5 most popular species of livestock on a global scale, for both dairy and meat purposes. While not as prevalent in the United States, goat meat has been growing in popularity over the last years to meet demand demand for more sustainable and local meats. The goat project will help you:
Youth Leader: Dominique M.
Goats are one of the top 5 most popular species of livestock on a global scale, for both dairy and meat purposes. While not as prevalent in the United States, goat meat has been growing in popularity over the last years to meet demand demand for more sustainable and local meats. The goat project will help you:
- Learn basic principles of animal science by owning, caring for, and keeping records on one or more goats.
- Demonstrate knowledge of sound breeding, nutrition, management, and record keeping practices.
- Learn value of scientific research in its influence on animals and the meat industry.