BGBAA is the premier organisation for the promotion and development of Boer Goats in Australia
History
The Boer Goat originated in South Africa in the early 1900’s where it was developed and bred by selection and sound breeding practises from native African goats. The word Boer in Dutch means farm so the Boer Goat was originally known as the “farmers goat” Boer Goat genetics were imported into Australia via New Zealand in the late 1980s and early 1990s from several South African Studs.
The first Pedigreed Boer Goats were released for breeding programs in Australia in 1994, the same year that BGBAA was formed. Imports of genetic material from South Africa ceased in the early 2000’s and there is now enough genetic diversity in the
Australian Boer Goat flock to allow BGBAA Members to breed Boer Goats that are recognised for their high quality around the world.
Our aim
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The promotion and development of the breeding and production of Boer Goats in Australia.
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The promotion and development of products of Boer Goats.
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The provision of information and educational material in relation to Boer Goats.
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Assisting to create an environment that encourages the development of the Boer Goat industry in Australia.
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To become a reference point for government and industry on the requirements for participation in and the development of the Boer Goat industry in Australia.