They adapt well to many conditions, but are particularly suited to the arid Southwestern States. Central and southwestern Texas have all the major mohair warehouses. Shear Twice a Year Angora goats are sheared twice a year, before breeding and before kidding. Shearing most often follows the method developed by the Mexicans, with the goats lying down with legs tied. Shearing should be done on a clear-swept floor or sheet of plywood.
Buyers severely discount unclear hair and hair showing second cuts.
Fleeces should be bagged separately in 6-foot burlap bags. Not acceptable are polyethylene bags or poly twine. Special problems, such as burrs or coarse, extra long, or short fleece, should also be listed on the tag. An adult goat usually will produce 8 to 16 pounds of mohair a year. Kid mohair should be 4 inches long, is finer, and may yield 3 to 5 pounds a year.