Beyond Black Bengal: Barbari, Jamnapari, Sirohi Goats Promise Higher Farmer Profits

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News18•27-01-2026, 11:16
Beyond Black Bengal: Barbari, Jamnapari, Sirohi Goats Promise Higher Farmer Profits
- •Goat farming is a traditional and profitable venture for rural farmers in India.
- •Black Bengal goats, while resilient, have low milk yield, leading to high offspring mortality.
- •Dr. Dinesh Mahto recommends Barbari, Jamnapari, and Sirohi breeds for better milk production and meat quality.
- •These alternative breeds ensure higher offspring survival rates and faster weight gain.
- •Young farmers are increasingly adopting these breeds, boosting income from goat farming.
Why It Matters: Barbari, Jamnapari, and Sirohi goat breeds offer superior profitability over Black Bengal goats.
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