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Boer goats

Boer goats

Boer goats originate in South Africa, where they developed from a mix of indigenous, European, Indian and angora breeds. They typically have a brown head and neck with a white body – an attractive combination. The word Boer comes from the Dutch word for farmer.

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Allan Gillingham. 'Goats and goat farming', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, updated 27-Sep-11
URL: http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/goats-and-goat-farming/5/1