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Raising goats for meat is on the rise. And producers are finding that goats make ecological and financial sense for their farms. USDA says that demand is growing because populations of various ethnic groups in the U.S. that traditionally consume goat, including Middle Eastern, Latin American, and Caribbean, are increasing. In West Virginia alone, the number of meat goats has increased by 14 percent since last year. West Virginia producers have sold a lot locally, but they've also been filling demand in other states. Goats are easier to raise than cattle because they eat weeds and other brush, harsher gound that typically doesn't sustain other livestock. They can also be raised on a smaller acreage. Not to mention that goats provide milk and wool in addition to meat. (And they're becoming a popular pet.) Still, much of the goat meat consumed in the U.S. is imported. Each week, goat meat valued at $1.5 million is imported to the U.S. Since female goats sell for around $400 locally, and male goats about $150, it's a profitable business venture on two fronts: selling goat products and turning devastating weeds into feed. Source: West Virginia Media
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Wow, this really looks like something I'm going to look into. I have about a 20 acre fenced lot down south (not very good vegetation) and all it's really doing it sitting. Thanks for the idea, I'll comment back if I actually do it and become rich :)
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