The polymorphism in the gonadotropin-releasing hormone receptor (GnRHR) gene was detected by PCR single-strand conformational (PCR-SSCP) and DNA sequencing methods in 224 Boer goats. Two single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs), G891T and G757A, were found in the exon I of the…
Semen was collected weekly throughout the year from three Boer goat rams with the aid of the artificial vagina and from two Angora and two Boer goat rams by means of electrical stimulation, to determine seasonal variation in semen quality.…
The reproductive potential of Dohne Merino ewes in an accelerated breeding system. Between 1967 and 1975 Dohne Merino ewes were kept on pastures and subjected to an accelerated breeding system at 8-month intervals. Both management and feeding programmes were improved…
Scrotal circumference in young beef bulls: Relationships to growth traits The natural occurrence of oestrus in Boer goat does was recorded for the period 1980 - 1982. Although periods of complete anoestrus were never observed, it would appear that the…
Female Boer goat kids were randomly allocated (post weaning) to 2 X 3 factorial design experiments for two observation periods, to monitor puberty and the induction thereof. Treatments for each period (December and April weaning seasons respectively) included three male…
The essential amino acid (EAA) profile of the Boer goat and Saanen kids was investigated. The EAA composition of the components differed from the whole empty body (WEB) concentration. No significant differences between the two species WEB EAA composition were…
The aim of this study was to evaluate the quality and quantity of cashmere produced by Boer goats in South Africa. No significant differences were found between reproductive status and qualitative and quantitative characteristics of cashmere produced by Boer goats.…
The aim of the study was to monitor the physiological changes in plasma free amino acid profiles in Boer goats under nutritional restriction. Fifteen Boer goat bucks were allocated to two experimental groups: CG (control), fed Themeda trianda hay, supplemented…
