Mutton and goat meat production in Ghana experienced fluctuating growth between 2014 and 2023, standing at 49.0 thousand metric tons in 2023. Notable year-on-year variations include significant increases in 2018 (9.09%) and 2021 (5.26%), while some declines have been observed, such as in 2017 (-2.22%) and 2020 (-2.98%). Over the past five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) was modest at 0.41%. Future projections indicate a continued gradual increase in production, with the forecasted CAGR for the next five years at 0.58%, leading to a total growth rate of 2.94% by 2028.
Future trends to watch for include advancements in livestock farming techniques, potential impacts of climate change on agricultural productivity, and shifts in consumer demand for mutton and goat meat which may influence production levels and market dynamics in Ghana.
