The amount of weight that black goats can grow in a year is influenced by various factors, including region, breed, management methods, and natural conditions. Its growth rate may vary in different situations.
Generally speaking, under normal management conditions, black goats raised in the north may grow at 8 to 10 pounds per month, resulting in a weight gain of 96 to 120 pounds per year (calculated based on 12 months). In the southern region, due to superior natural conditions such as climate and vegetation, the monthly growth of black goats may be between 8 and 15 pounds, while the annual weight gain range is between 96 and 180 pounds.
Taking Xiangmei black goats as an example, under the feeding method of half circle and half release, male goats can grow 90 to 100 pounds per year, and female goats can grow 80 to 90 pounds per year. These data indicate that there is a certain fluctuation range in the annual weight gain of black goats.
Meanwhile, the breeding methods also affect the growth rate of black goats. Pure grazing black goats may grow slower than captive black goats due to their high activity and relatively unstable food sources. Although the living space of captive black goats is limited, their food sources are stable and nutritious, so their growth rate may be faster.
There is no fixed answer to how many pounds a black goat can grow in a year. In the actual breeding process, it is necessary to evaluate the growth rate and weight gain of black goats based on specific circumstances. At the same time, it is also necessary to adopt scientific feeding and management methods to provide sufficient nutrition and suitable growth environment for black goats, in order to promote their healthy growth.