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September 2023 Gaining 5-10 kg during the non-growing period boosts cashmere yield and length in goats.
November 2023 in “Animals” Feeding goats more during the non-growing period increases cashmere yield and length.
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August 2020 in “Domestic Animal Endocrinology” Melatonin improved cashmere production in goats during the first cycle but had no lasting effects on the next cycle.
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November 2019 in “Animal” Melatonin increases cashmere quality in goats but reduces their milk production and doesn't affect their offspring's hair growth.
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March 2019 in “Journal of Pineal Research” Melatonin improves cashmere goat hair growth and quality by increasing antioxidants and reducing cell death.