Skip to main content

Posts

Showing posts from November, 2025

Profitable Goat Farming in Nigeria

Profitable Goat Farming in Nigeria: Comprehensive Guide to Budgeting and Revenue Projections Goat meat, known as chevon, flies off shelves in Nigeria like hot akara during festivals. Demand keeps climbing, with families craving it for special meals and holidays. You can tap into this boom with goat farming in Nigeria—it's tougher than crop growing but pays back big if you plan right. This guide lays out a clear path for your budget and what you might earn, so you start strong without guesswork. Section 1: Market Analysis and Breed Selection for Maximum Profitability Understanding the Nigerian Demand for Goat Products Nigerians love goat meat for its taste and lean cuts. During Eid-el-Kabir or Christmas, prices spike as buyers flock to markets. Right now, a live goat costs about ₦30,000 to ₦50,000, depending on size and location. Meat sells for ₦1,500 to ₦2,000 per kilo in places like Lagos or Abuja. Festive seasons double the rush, so smart farmers stock up early. Even off-pea...