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Also Known As: Svensk Lantras

 

The Swedish Landrace is found in northern Sweden. They are kept primarily for milk production which is then used to make goat-cheese and other products with. It is a tasty milk with a high fat content. The Swedish Landrace can be either polled or horned and is seen in coloration's of black, brown or white. The hair on this breed is usually long.

 

 

References

Mason, I.L. 1996. A World Dictionary of Livestock Breeds, Types and Varieties. Fourth Edition. C.A.B International. 273 pp.

 

Anette Eriksson, Luleå, Sweden

 

Swedish Landrace Goats GalleryTake a closer look at the Swedish Landrace breed.

Goats standing on and around a rock next to a man with "provided by Irwing Johanson" at the bottom.
Goats standing on and around a rock next to a man with "provided by Irwing Johanson" at the bottom.
A herd of Swedish Landrace goats in a field.
Long haired goats standing in straw with "provided by Irwing Johanson" at the bottom.
Long haired goats standing in straw with "provided by Irwing Johanson" at the bottom.
A group of Swedish Landrace goats in a pen.
White goats and grey goats standing on the side of a hill and "provided by Irwing Johanson" at the bottom.
White goats and grey goats standing on the side of a hill and "provided by Irwing Johanson" at the bottom.
A herd of Swedish Landrace goats eating on the hillside.
A person milking goats and "provided by Irwing Johanson" at the bottom.
A person milking goats and "provided by Irwing Johanson" at the bottom.
A lady milking a Swedish Landrace goat.
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