What are the breeds of geese raised in rural areas? Introduction of eight Goose breeds

There are many goose breeds in China, only 12 are listed in the national poultry breed list, and there are also some varieties, which can be said to be very rich in goose resources. Geese are raised in many rural areas, and if geese want to obtain breeding benefits, it is necessary to choose a good breed, which is the main reason for determining the benefit. So today, the editor will recommend several breeds of eight geese suitable for farming in rural areas. let's take a look.

1. Lion-headed goose

Shitou goose, the only large goose species in China and the only large goose species in Asia, is native to Guangdong Province and weighs more than 5 kilograms in 60 days and more than 10 kilograms in adult geese.

2. East Zhejiang White Goose

The early growth rate of Zhejiang East White Goose is relatively fast. Under the condition of grazing, the body weight of 60 days is 3.5 kg and that of 70 days is 3.7 kg.

3. Sichuan White Goose

Sichuan white goose, mainly Kaijiang white goose, is famous for its large size (3-4 kg), good wool quality (pure white), high wool yield (100-200 grams per goose), tender meat, high egg laying rate, fast growth and high quality raw materials for down clothing processing.

4. Black maned goose

Black bristle goose belongs to the duck family, which is produced on both sides of the Beijiang River in Qingyuan City, Guangdong Province, so it is also known as Qingyuan goose.

5. Taihu goose

Taihu goose is native to Taihu Lake area of the Yangtze River Delta. The adult male goose weighs 4 kilograms, white down, light and soft, good elasticity, strong warmth, high economic value and high down production rate. Each goose can produce 200-250 grams of down.

6. Open-eyed goose

Huoyan goose grows rapidly in the early stage, with an average weight of 3.5kg at the age of 5 months. It is famous for its excellent laying performance. The female goose begins to lay at the age of 8-9 months. It lays 120,180 eggs a year and weighs 120,140g. It is the first choice for Salted Duck Egg people.

7. Rhine goose

Rhine goose is native to Rhine, Germany, and is famous for its high egg production. This breed has strong adaptability, wide diet and medium body size. The weight of adult male geese is about 5-6 kg, which is more suitable for large-scale goose farms to produce commercial meat goslings.

8. Lang de Goose

Lande goose, a breed from France, is the most suitable for producing goose fat liver in the world today. This breed of geese grows rapidly, weighs 4.5 kg at the age of 8 weeks, and more than 10 kg after being fattened. Female geese lay 35-40 eggs a year, weigh 180-200 grams, have low fecundity, high down yield, strong tolerance to manual plucking, and can be plucked twice a year. The average annual production of down is 0.4 kg. Under suitable conditions, the weight of fatty liver can reach 700-800 g after 20 days of fattening.

These are the eight breeds of geese suitable for farming in rural areas. China has a long history of raising geese. Geese raising in many areas will choose goose breeds according to local breeding habits and living conditions. Friends who want to raise geese can learn about the above breeds.

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