The Australian goat fibre industry, encompassing both mohair and cashmere, is experiencing renewed growth driven by innovation and targeted research. Australian mohair and cashmere are prized for their use in luxury clothing and premium furniture fabrics. The industry focuses on sustainable production, quality improvement, and strong collaboration among producers. Mohair, from Angora goats, is mainly exported and processed overseas, while Australian cashmere is recognised for its unique quality and ongoing breed development. Strategic investment in research, development and extension (RD&E) is helping to grow the industry’s size, reputation and value, ensuring long-term profitability and sustainability for Australian rural communities.
Goat Fibre Australia’s goat fibre industry is gaining momentum and there’s never been a better time to get involved. Whether you’re an experienced producer, run a mixed cropping farm business or just curious about what fibre goats could offer your enterprise, the Goat Fibre Gateway is a practical touchpoint to expand your industry knowledge and build networks.
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GOAT FIBRE / 01.04.25 The AgriFutures Goat Fibre Program is excited to announce its first on-farm field day, set to take place on Friday, April 11, 2025, near Violet Town, VIC. This event promises to be a day of discovery and learning for everyone, from industry veterans to newcomers alike.
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The primary objective of the Identifying revenue opportunities for AgriFutures Australia’s rural industries project was to identify potential new and alternate revenue sources within 28...
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This blueprint serves as a resource for those interested in the goat fibre industry and provides essential fast facts alongside the fundamental themes highlighted in...
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The AgriFutures Goat Fibre Strategic R&D Plan 2021-2026 has been developed in consultation with the Australian mohair and cashmere goat fibre industries as a roadmap...
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The Guidelines provide outcomes-based guidance to Australian goat fibre growers to enable them to produce goat fibre using sustainable methods that achieve good animal health...
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