50 of the best examples of the Algarvian Goat Breed paraded over the weekend at Azinhal (Castro Marim), in another competition dedicated to this breed, within the scope of the Terra de Maio fair. The competition was attended by 10 producers from the territory of Baixo Guadiana. The awards ceremony took place on Sunday.
The Algarvian Breed Goat is a stout animal, which reaches around 50 kilos as an adult. With short, white fur and brown meshes of various shades, the Algarve goat is the result of a cross between the Algarve heath goat and the Moroccan goat (in the XNUMXth century) and a later cross with the Spanish alpine goat (in the beginning of the century). .XX).
The number of herds of the Algarvian breed goat is growing in the municipality of Castro Marim. In addition to being profitable in terms of meat production, the Algarve goat has excellent dairy potential, allowing not only the sale of milk, but also the production of derivatives.
This goat's cheese is a highly sought after product, recognized for its high quality and unique organoleptic characteristics. It is already sold in large commercial areas and served in restaurants in the region.
The Algarvian Goat Breed Contest was organized by the National Association of Breeders of Algarvian Goats (ANCCRAL) in collaboration with the Municipality of Castro Marim.
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