Key Market Indicators
Iraq's goat meat consumption is projected to reach 57,000 metric tons in 2026, a slight increase from 57,000 metric tons in 2021. Since 2017, the demand for goat meat has grown by 0.6% year on year. In 2021, Iraq ranked 39th in the world, with the Philippines overtaking it at 57,000 metric tons. India, Pakistan and Iran were respectively ranked the 2nd, 3rd and 4th biggest consumers. Meanwhile, the country's goat meat production is set to reach 56,000 metric tons by 2026, a 0.1% increase from 56,000 metric tons in 2021. Since 2017, Iraqi goat meat supply has risen by 0.6% year on year. In 2021, Iraq was ranked 42nd, with Tunisia overtaking it at 56,000 metric tons. Australia, India and Pakistan were the 2nd, 3rd and 4th biggest producers.
