ANX-ANIMALBREED-0000007

Toggenburg

A breed of Dairy Goat

A Swiss dairy goat breed, brown with white facial stripes, well established in Kenya's highland dairy-goat sector for its steady milk yield and adaptability to cooler climates.

Productivity

Average 2-4 litres/day under good smallholder management, with milk valued for its relatively mild flavour compared with some other dairy-goat breeds.

Recommended climate

Cool-to-moderate highland areas (1500-2500m)