Boer goats originated in South Africa and are raised for meat production. They typically have a brown head and white body, though some have splotches of white, black, or brown. When shown, judges look for Boer goats with long loins that are muscular but not overly so. Goat meat is becoming more popular in the US, and as demand rises, the population of Boer goats is increasing to meet need.

1. Boer Goats By: Katie Hughes

2. The Origins and Description of Boer Goats Boer goats originated in South Africa. They are a meat goat, which means they are used to feed people. Boer goats usually have a brown head with a white body. There can be variations to this; some Boer goats have white, black, or brown splotches on their bodies. In some rare cases, Boer goats have a solid white, black, or brown body.

4. Showing a Boer Goat Many Boer goats are shown in county, state, and national fairs. When showing a Boer goat judges look for a goat that has a long loin, and is fresh. The word fresh is used to describe a goat that has defined muscles, but does not look over muscled.

6. Boer Goat Production Goat meat is becoming increasingly popular in the U.S. Goat meat has risen above many of the other common meats, such as beef and pork, in the percentage per pound (goat meat sells for more that beef and pork). As the popularity of goat meat continues to rise, the population of Boer goats will rise to meet the demand of goat meat.