Arrowroot prices nearly double in 5 years on surging demand for traditional foods. In 2010–2011, a survey of 139 households found that 81 per cent suffered up to two "hunger months" a year, with families eating just one or even no meals a day. Alibaba.com offers 161 goats for sale products. The German Alpine and the Small East Lambs born in the dry season were heavier than those born in the wet season ( P <0.05) at 90, 120, 150 and 180 days of age. The Galla goat is an indigenous to Northern Kenya. Breaking Kenya News. The Dorper, however, offers a higher return to the farmer, as it puts on weight faster. 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