Vol. 10, Special Issue 9 (2025)

The present study assessed and compared feeding practices adopted by Gujri goat farmers in Jaipur and Nagaur districts of Rajasthan. A total of 200 respondents, comprising 100 from each district, were surveyed through structured interviews. Data were analyzed using the Chi-square test to evaluate regional differences in feeding behaviors and resource utilization. The findings revealed that semi-stall feeding was the predominant (84.5%), significant inter-district differences in feeding system (?² = 7.70), grazing site (?² = 15.456) and grazing duration (?² = 10.01). Majority farmers grazed goats on community lands (86.5%), and most farmers allowed grazing for more than 5 hours daily (82.5%). Use of green fodder (58%), chopping (44.5%), fodder preservation (35.5%) and tree leaves (6.5%) was practiced with statistically significant variation across district. Concentrate feeding was widely practiced (92.5%), with 60.5% of farmers soaking the feed before offering. While salt supplementation (88%) was widespread, mineral mixture use was low (11%). The findings highlight regional disparities in feeding management and suggest the need for location-specific extension strategies to improve feeding efficiency and productivity.