How Nigoras are Classified:
ANGBA is currently an open registry and recognizes different classifications of Nigora goats. Registration of parent stock is prefered (and encouraged) but not a requirement for recognition at this time, acceptance of all goats being based upon conformation to the Nigora breed standard.
Parent stock may consist of Nigerian Dwarf goats registered with their respective breed organizations, as well as Colored Angora goats registered with CAGBA, and white commercial quality Angora goats registered with AAGBA. Other breeds used in making "grade" or percentage Nigoras may include PBA registered Pygora goats, Cashgora and Color-bred Pygora goats, which do not currently have their own registries, and the "PCA" (Pygora-Colored Angora) which has a registry that is a work in progress.
Note: When using the above breed crosses for producing "grade" Nigoras it is highly recommended that the stock used be of no less than 50%, and preferably 75% or greater, Angora to non-Angora ratio.
Here is how our classification system is set up at this time:
--Foundation Class: F1 Nigoras stemming from a cross between a registered Nigerian Dwarf and a registered CAGBA or AAGBA Angora.
--Regular Class: 1.) For "Standard Nigoras" (F2 and beyond) that are bred from Nigoras listed in the Foundation class. 2.) For "Heavy Nigoras" (3/4 Angora, 1/4 Nigerian Dwarf) that are a cross between a regstered Angora and Foundation or Regular Class Nigora, and 3.) "Light Nigoras" (3/4 Nigerian Dwarf, 1/4 Angora) that are a cross between a registered Nigerian Dwarf and a Foundation or Regular Class Nigora.
--Grade Class: For goats that meet the ANGBA standard for Nigoras that are either 1.) From unknown parentage, or 2.) From purebred but unregistered and/or unrecorded parentage, or 3.) From Nigoras or Nigerian Dwarfs (registered or unregistered) that are crossed with one of the following fiber breeds: Pygora (PBA reg.), Color-bred Pygora (no reg.), "PCA" (Pygora-Colored Angora- registry work in progress), or Cashgora (no reg.). [See Note Above]
--Breeding Stock: For goats (of registered or non-registered parentage) that are over the recommended 3/4, 1/4 breeding ratio such as "Ultra-Heavy Nigoras" (exceeding 3/4 Angora breeding) or "Ultra-Light Nigoras" (exceeding 3/4 Nigerian Dwarf Breeding); this classification may included goats of Nigora breeding that are "Slicks", i.e.: Nigora's of predominantly Nigerian Dwarf breeding who do not produce enough fiber to otherwise qualify under the standard. ANGBA will also "hardship" purebred PBA Pygora goats into this classification that are born with Nigerian Dwarf specific markings which, as such, make them ineligible for registration within the PBA.
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This page was last updated: January 14, 2008
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Mission Statement:
The American Nigora Goat Breeders Association (ANGBA) is dedicated to the promotion and betterment of the Nigora goat as a multi-purpose breed (fiber, milk, brush control, and companionship) particularly suited for small holding family farms and homesteads.
ANGBA supports and encourages ethical practices, respect, and comraderie amongst it's members, affiliates, other breed organizations, and the general public in all respects.
We offer education about the Nigora goat and it's parent breeds, making every effort to provide our members with assistance and support in their Nigora ventures.
***Work in Progress/Under Construction***
