Key Market Indicators
Goat meat consumption in Ethiopia is expected to remain at 173,000 metric tons by 2026. This is a slight decline from 2021 when consumption was estimated to be 174,000 metric tons. Ethiopia was ranked 14th in consumption in 2021 with the United States coming in first at 174,000 metric tons. India, Pakistan, and Iran respectively followed in second, third, and fourth place. Goat meat production in Ethiopia is projected to increase slightly to 196,500 metric tons by 2026, compared to 193,000 metric tons in 2021. Since 2017, supply has risen by 0.5% on average each year. Ethiopia was ranked 14th in production in 2021 with Morocco taking the lead at 193,000 metric tons. Australia, India, and Pakistan ranked second, third, and fourth.
