A gateway to new revenue: Unlocking the potential of the goat fibre industry
As Australia’s goat fibre industry continues to gain momentum, there’s never been a better time to get involved. Whether you’re an experienced goat fibre producer, run a mixed cropping farm business or just curious about what fibre goats could offer your enterprise, the Goat Fibre Gateway (Gateway) website is a practical touchpoint to expand your industry knowledge and build networks.
The free online platform is packed with practical tools and resources designed to help you grow a thriving mohair or cashmere business. The platform is managed by neXtgen Agri International and supported by the AgriFutures Goat Fibre Program – a strategic initiative investing in research, development, and extension (RD&E) to build a resilient, productive and profitable industry.
The Gateway has regularly added content and allows real-world learning at your time and pace. Resources include factsheets, podcasts and producer case studies covering goat health, genetics, fleece quality and marketing your fibre. It’s all backed by the latest research and shaped by industry leaders.
Learn the art of shearing a goat
A step-by-step shearing video guide ‘How to shear an Angora goat’ led by respected industry expert David Lillis was recently added to the Gateway. The video aims to build confidence in goat fibre producers of all experience levels with clear instructions on the shearing process. Gain insight on everything from animal handling to handpiece maintenance to fleece care.
Growing the goat fibre community
The program’s objectives are to increase the number of productive goat fibre producers and to foster a collaborative industry that produces consistent and quality goat fibre for use in high-end European markets.
Visit the Goat Fibre Gateway today to explore its expertly-curated resources, tools and support at the click of a button.
