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The Angora goat is primarily raised for textile fiber known as mohair. Sales of meat and skins from this animal also provide its producer with a considerable income. The fleece of the Angora goats is similar to that of sheep. It is composed of long silky white fibers and contains small proportions of medullated fibers and kemp. The fiber are thicker than those of fine wools, but they are smoother, stronger and more lustrous. Mohair is one of the most valued textile commodities. It is used for making upholstery. It is also blended with others fibers of value, such as wool, cotton and synthetic fibers for manufacturing suiting and clothing materials. The objective of this paper is to review the existing research data on the breeding aspects of Angora goat production. It deals with its origin, history and natural environment, production performance (reproduction, body weight, fleece traits) and environmental influence. Possibilities of genetic improvement are analyzed
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Scottsdale, AZ (EUA)
1982
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| Subjects: | CAPRINOS, REPRODUCCION, ANGORA, ORIGEN, HISTORIA, FACTORES AMBIENTALES, MEJORAMIENTO GENETICO, |
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