Breeding Strategies for Small Ruminants in Arid and Semi-Arid Areas

Sheep and goats that have evolved in arid or semi-arid environments are usually well adapted to their environment. The productivity of these animals is low compared to performance of these species in more favorable environments, but their ability to survive and reproduce in bad years as well as good is remarkable. Because of this, sheep and goats help ensure the survival of people in dry areas in years of drought and provide extra income in years of normal rainfall.