Potential for goat meat marketing in the Near East region
1988
Qureshi, A.W. (FAO, Rome (Italy). Animal Production and Health Division)
The meat supply situation in the Near East, especially in the oil exporting countries, is characterized by massive imports of slaughter stock as well as chilled and frozen meat. The share of goats and the Asian share in the total meat trade is small. However, there is a growing preference for lean meat and an increasing consumption of frozen meat. The consumption of fresh or frozen goat meat is limited by its availability in the market. Asian exports may be able not only to meet the present demand for goat meat but also to create additional demand because of proximity price competitiveness. There is a potential for marketing goat meat from Asia in the Near East. There is, however, intense market competition, a present glut of goat meat on the market, and a wide availability of cheap, subsidized beef. To develop exports from Asia to the Near East, a detailed market survey and bilateral regulatory arrangements must be made, especially with respect to zoosanitary requirements and certification of "Halal" slaughter. An export oriented marketing system and production for export also must be developed to sustain a regular export commitment.
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