Reports from the Iowa, Minnesota and Missouri State Fairs indicate the popularity of goats is not diminishing. While popular as 4-H and FFA projects, goats are the fastest-growing animal agriculture enterprise in the U.S. <Link>. Commonly referred to as chevon or mutton, the high demand for goat meat is frequently linked to ethnic buyer demand on special occasions and various religious holidays.
Jaclyn Krymowski shares what it takes to be successful and make money raising meat goats, including developing a local specialty grocery store or gourmet dining establishment market since large chain groceries don’t carry the meat.
Source: Backyard Goats, July 13, 2023. Link.