| Breed | Purpose | Production | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alpine | Dairy | 0.5-1 gallon milk/day | Consistent milk production |
| Boer | Meat | Rapid weight gain | Most common meat goat breed |
| Kiko | Meat | Low-input production | Hardy and parasite resistant |
| Nigerian Dwarf | Dairy | 1-2 quarts milk/day | Small size and rich milk |
| Nubian | Dairy | 0.5-1 gallon milk/day | High butterfat milk and heat tolerant |