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Ethiopia chilled goat meat is widely consumed locally and internationally. The meat is sourced from small scale herders and pastoralists.

Capra aegagrus hircus are the oldest domesticated species of animals. The origin of the goat is traced in almost 9000 years ago. Goats were first domesticated in the western Asia hills and Eastern Europe, where headers kept wild goats. There are over 299 distinct breeds of goats. However, the first breeds in Ethiopia were traced back in the years between 4000-5000 years ago, with the majority of its breeds coming from North Africa and the Middle East.

The goat population in the country is estimated to be over 30 million. Ethiopia goat meat comes from indigenous types of goats. Ethiopia chilled goat meat export in an unprocessed form was valued at $93689 in 2017. In Ethiopia, sheep are reared in the lowlands, which comprise of the west, east and southern parts of the country. Ethiopia is ranked in the top 10 globally in the production of goat meat. 

There are various types of goats reared in Ethiopia. They in include;

Wore goats –this breed originates from rift valley. They are mostly found in Kolla and weyna Dega areas. They are short and have a concave facial appearance and have short horns. They are mainly reared for milk and meat.

Afar goats-they are found in the northern region of Ethiopia. They have patchy coated color on long sharp-pointed horns. A large number consist of female for milk while male exist for cross-breeding and meat.

Abergele goats – they are reared for meat. They have a stocky body; red hair and male have spiral horns.

Long-eared Somali-they has long ears and are found in the lowland region of Ethiopia bordering Somalia.

Short-eared – they have short ears and are found in the Ogaden region.

 goats are reared in the lowlands and the highlands. They can survive in regions that are arid, dry to semi-arid. They can also survive in humid and sub-humid areas.

Herders build shades for the goat to give them ample environment, protection against predators and adverse weather conditions such as too much heat, rain, and wind.

Ethiopia chilled goat has more proteins compared to beef and a lower level of calories.

It contains calcium, which is suitable for the healthy development of bones and teeth.

It contains vitamin B12, which helps in the treatment of stress and depression.

 goat meat is packed in sizeable chops called quarters in the form of six cuts. They are made up of boneless and offal cuts. The meat can also be delivered to the market as a whole carcass.

Packing materials conform to all health guidelines to maintain hygiene and safety. Meat is packed in brand new thermoforming films and polyolefin films.

The carcasses are also placed in white, inch fitting stockinet bags that have the label of the name of the product, the date of slaughter and destination.

The goat meat is then fitted in cartons that are corrugated in the inside, with each one weighing at least 25 kilograms. The meat is then frozen to extend its shaft life. The cartons have clear labels placed on them. 

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