Goat

Oberhasli

Recovering: Breeds that were once listed in another category and have exceeded watch category numbers 

Origin: 1900s imported to the Unites States from Bern, Freiburg, Glarus, and Graubunden in Switzerland 

Producers: Joseph Hubbard, Shannon Creek Farm, Kansas 

History: These breeds originated in the mountains and hills of the Swiss Alps. Their color pattern is called chamoisee and the breed is well known internationally and is numerous in Switzerland. A breed association for the Oberhasli was formed in 1977 and they are a proud member of the American Dairy Goat Association.

Boer

Origin: 1987 imported to the United States by way of South Africa 

Producers: Luce Guanzini and Mark Baustian of Highwood Farm, New York, and Jim and Jean Bright, Bright Farm, New York 

History: The development of the Boer goats came about when European imports were cross bred with “indigenous” stock in South Africa. The product of this cross breeding produced short haired goats with light red heads that were hardy, adaptable animals that produced a delicious meat.

Alpine

Origins: 1950s imported to the United States by way of France 

Producers: Luce Guanzini and Mark Baustian of Highwood Farm, New York, and Jim and Jean Bright, Bright Farm, New York

History: Color pattern is not the defining trait for Alpine goats, instead they have been breed with a focus on their size and production. They are a larger breed and are excellent milk producers. The breed originated in the Alps and they are hardy, adaptable animals.