Goats live freely in pastures for months at a time. About a month before shearing, ranchers begin slowly herding them towards barns. When the day comes, the clipping process is performed by a trained professional and it only takes a few minutes. Any nicks are usually minor. Check out this video to learn more about the relationship between the goat ranchers and the Angoras.

Nope. In America, goats fit in perfectly with the arid hill country and canyons of the West. They eat juniper and other brush without interrupting native ecosystems.

Angora goat ranches may track precipitation with radar. Or use drones to watch herds range across large ranches. But most of the final shearing and bundling is still done by skilled craftsmen.

Angora goats live off natural flora in arid climates. And that’s just the beginning. Visit our Buy Responsibly page to learn about the 4 dimensions of sustainability when it comes to American mohair. For more on goat and sustainability, check out this video:

Mohair producers are in demand. Growing up on a ranch gives families a chance to teach their kids a trade that can lead to a good job when they become an adult. Read more about American Mohair producers here. 

Our AMA program is good for 12 months from the time you sign the pledge — it is good for the calendar year in which you sign it then it and then needs to be re-certified. Producers will need to re-sign the AMA pledge annually in January for continued certification. 

There is no certification fee. Click here to learn how to become certified.

Probably! If you have an existing ranch, Angora goats will help you diversify your business. And if you need a trade, shearers are in high demand. 

Use these resources: Fact Sheet,  Brochure, and our website.

American Angora goat ranchers follow a strict code of ethics. The AMA was put into place to help consumers understand what that code entails. And to ensure future generations adhere to these unwavering high standards.

Yes. Mohair is typically silkier and softer than wool. And wool comes from a whole different animal, mainly sheep.

No! It feels soft on your skin. And since it’s breathable, it feels as comfortable in warm weather as it does in winter.

Quite simply, ranchers take care of the goats, we take care of the ranchers.

America’s producers aren’t required to produce huge volumes of mohair. That means they take the time to breed their goats carefully and deliver hair that’s cleaner than you’ll find in most other countries too.

Just check out this video to see why the legacy of mohair in America starts and ends with American mohair producers.

Because it requires expertise and attention to detail. Goats are sheared twice a year, by professionals who spend their lives caring for Angora goats.

Quite simply, ranchers take care of the goats, we take care of the ranchers.

Our offices are located in San Angelo, Texas (we share a building with the fine folks at the Texas Sheep and Goat Raisers Association). But we represent Angora goat ranchers nationwide.

Check out our Rancher Profiles here.

Bonnie Naumann is our president. Tommy Head is the VP. Gene Edmiston is our secretary/treasurer. And Mary Hartgrove is our Executive Director. Looking to reach any of them? Just fill out our contact form and we’ll be right back in touch!