- Mating 07 October 2025
- Due Date 07 March 2026
- Males 1
🐐 Sue × Banner 2026 Litter
FCH Rafter O Flameleaf Sumac × Storybook’s Star’s Spangled Banner *B
We are thrilled to announce this exciting pairing, which combines the rich character of the Nubian breed, eye-catching style, and strong milk production genetics. Sue and Banner both bring exceptional conformation, calm temperaments, and pedigrees stacked with show and milk stars—making this cross an excellent choice for breeders, milkers, and show enthusiasts alike.
- 2nd Generation Mini Nubians
- 88.30% Nubian / 11.70% Nigerian
- MDGA Registerable
✨ What to Expect from This Pairing
This combination offers outstanding promise for show quality, reliable milk production, and herd-improving kids that stand out for both style and substance.
- Sue is a 1st-generation Mini Nubian doe with a beautiful, long, level topline and graceful Nubian ears. She consistently demonstrates width and dairy strength, with a calm and easy-to-handle personality. She is an MDGA Live Show Finished Champion.
- Banner is a high-percentage Nubian buck, sporting moonspots and a pedigree packed with milk and show genetics. He passes on excellent general appearance, width, and depth, plus that classic Nubian breed character that shines in the ring.
Expect kids with strong toplines, beautiful ears, stylish breed character, and productive, well-attached udders. These kids should excel whether you’re building a show string, adding to a milking program, or looking to introduce elite genetics into your herd.
🎨 Anticipated Traits
| Trait | Likelihood | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Moonspots | High | Banner is heavily moonspotted; many kids expected to inherit spots |
| Polled | 50/50 | Sue is polled |
| Show Potential | Very High | Strong breed character, toplines, and width from both sides; Sue is FCH |
| Dairy Strength | Excellent | Lines known for high-capacity, easy-milking udders with long lactations |
| Sweet Temperament | Very High | Both Sue and Banner are calm, friendly, and easy keepers |
| Milk Flavor & Butterfat | Excellent | Expect creamy, sweet milk with solid butterfat from proven lines |
📸 Stay Tuned
Doelings and bucklings will be available to select homes after we evaluate them for structure, udder potential, and breed character.
Photos and updates will be posted as kids arrive and grow. Be sure to join our Wait List to be among the first notified when reservations open!