I should have my first Skigerians late 2026. I just bought my 2nd set of Kiko/Spanish yearlings in January 2026. Originally, in 2022; I was going to cross the Kiko/Spanish cross with a Nigerian. I changed direction and was going to do miniNubians in 2023; now I’m backtracking a little, and doing both… technically.

I’m pretty much selling most all my miniNubian goats as milk goats. The F1 Skigerian males will be my meat goats. The F1’s and F2’s will be more of a dual purpose meat milk goat. F3’s and F4’s will be more milk goats; I’ll be selling all of the F3’s and F4’s, and maybe even some of the F1’s and F2’s after I have too many of them as well. The miniNubians are just too small in my opinion for a meat goat. That being said, they do taste good; tastes like beef. It’s a healthier more lean alternative to beef; and it’s not dry, like lamb.

Kiko goats are a hardy, fast-growing meat breed developed in New Zealand during the 1980s by crossing feral goats with dairy bucks (Nubian, Saanen, Toggenburg). “Kiko” is the Māori word for flesh or meat. They are renowned for their low-maintenance, excellent parasite resistance, superior mothering abilities, and ability to thrive in harsh conditions.

Spanish goats (also known as brush or scrub goats) are a hardy, landrace breed introduced to the Americas by Spanish explorers in the 1500s. Valued for their ability to thrive in harsh environments, they are primarily used for meat production and clearing brush. Known for their long horns, varied colors, and high parasite resistance, they are common in the Southeastern US.

Mini Nubian goats are a medium-sized dairy breed (approx. 23–31 inches tall, 100–135 lbs) developed by crossing Nigerian Dwarf and Nubian goats. They combine the high-butterfat milk production and long, pendulous ears of the Nubian with the smaller, more manageable size of the Dwarf. Known for being friendly, vocal, and affectionate, they are ideal for small farms, homesteaders, or as pets.