How Much Does Goat Cost In South Africa
Goat Prices in South Africa. All Goat prices vary depending on breed, location, and age. For this post, we will focus on Boer Goats in South Africa. The price for a single goat can vary from R2200 – R12 000.
Is goat meat expensive in South Africa?
Goats for meat are mainly marketed in the informal sector, in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal, which is driving the goat industry.
The informal live market pays higher prices than the formal mutton and goat abattoirs can offer (e.g. R1 200 vs R700 for the same size/age animal.
Is goat farming profitable in South Africa?
Starting a goat farming business in South Africa is a very lucrative investment.
For years the rearing of goats has always been there but has mainly been for subsistence purposes.
The relative ease and low operating costs for goat rearing make this trade a very lucrative one.
Why don’t they sell goat meat in South Africa?
The commercial availability of goat meat in South Africa is low compared to lamb, mutton, and other red meats.
Due to the demand for goats in the informal market and the shortage of goats, farmers are getting good prices, especially during specific times of the year, often linked to cultural celebrations.
How much land do you need to have a goat?
Each goat requires an area of about 30 to 50 square feet for grazing.
Goats should also receive supplemental foods, such as hay and grain if they cannot get enough fresh grass each day.