Selection Process

1. Morphological assessment

Within 3-6 weeks after delivery, we perform a morphological assessment of our animals with regard to their dairy capacity: size, chest, abdomen, stance, etc., in addition to the mammary system: udder width, insertions, ligament strength, nipple implantation and ease of milk emission.

2. Assessment of production potential

The pre-selected goats go through a production control process, as do their progenitors. After checking the dairy control information, we select the animals that exceed the average production levels at our farm.

3. Parentage control

At birth they are individually identified with a tag with a PIN (Provisional Identification Number) that relates the born animal to its mother, date of birth, sex and observations. This is the beginning of a correct traceability in genetic selection.

During the Breeding (Lactation) period, they are inspected twice by our specialized personnel and those animals that present an innate defect or in their growth are eliminated. Once weaned (during the rearing period) we request the assistance of the Breed Qualifier for its Official inspection, here the definitive identification is made with the official ear tag and the associated electronic microchip. The Official pre-registration is made in the Genealogical Book and the blood sample is taken to determine who the father is by means of the paternal parentage test by DNA.

4. Growth and docility control

Until the moment they are sold or included in our lot replacement program, doelings are monitored by our staff. We pay special attention to their natural growth and docile character, and any animal that shows growth alterations or a nervous or aggressive nature is eliminated.