Supplementary Feeding of Grazing Inner Mongolian Cashmere Goats during Pregnancy—Based on “Nutrient Requirements of Cashmere Goats”

The study investigated the effects of supplementary feeding on pregnant Inner Mongolian cashmere goats, using the "Nutrient Requirements of Cashmere Goats" as a guideline. Conducted with 8 goats and two flocks, the research found that supplementation significantly improved cashmere yield, body weight after shearing, and the birth weight of kids. The supplemented group produced 771.80 g of cashmere compared to 715.36 g in the control group, and had a higher average body weight post-shearing (38.15 kg vs. 36.09 kg). Additionally, kids from the supplemented group had higher birth weights (2.87 kg vs. 2.76 kg) and better hair follicle development. The study concluded that precise supplementation enhanced fiber production, growth performance, fertility, and hair follicle development, highlighting the importance of addressing nutritional deficits in grazing conditions.