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The Black Bengal goat has a compact physique with small horns and legs.
The Black Bengal goat, historically predominant in regions like Bihar and West Bengal, has now gained popularity across India, including the Raebareli district of Uttar Pradesh.
In the changing landscape of agricultural practices, animal husbandry has emerged as a lucrative activity alongside traditional farming. Farmers who are into goat rearing are seeing significant financial gains, particularly with the adoption of the Black Bengal breed, renowned for its meat quality, akin to a reliable investment. The Black Bengal goat, historically predominant in regions like Bihar and West Bengal, has now gained popularity across India, including in Uttar Pradesh’s Raebareli district. Dr Indrajit Verma, veterinary officer at the Government Veterinary Hospital in Shivgarh village, underlines its profitability and highlights that the robust demand for this breed extends across the country.
Characterized by its predominantly black or occasionally brown, white or grey coat, the Black Bengal goat has a compact physique with small horns and legs. Adult males typically weigh between 18 and 20 kg, while females weigh between 15 and 18 kg. Their reproductive capacity further enhances their economic viability, as females give birth three times within a span of two years.
Dr Verma further highlighted the commercial appeal of the breed, attributing it to the medicinal properties inherent in its meat. As a result, Black Bengal goat meat fetches high prices, between Rs 1,000 and Rs 1,200 per kilogram in various markets.
For farmers looking to diversify their income through animal husbandry, the Black Bengal goat emerges not only as a livestock option but as a strategic asset that promises substantial profits in the burgeoning meat industry.
