SMALL RUMINANT

(SHEEP AND GOAT)

Introduction
•In the Philippines, two of the most popular
small ruminant are sheep and goat, which are
both have great role in farming in the country.
•Small ruminant farming has actually a very
important role in the income and employment
of some poor rural areas in the Philippines.
Sheep
•Sheep contribute to food production, rural
employment, and gross national products,
also converted into meat, and produce
wool and skin. Though, filipinos do not
eat mutton as much as beef, it is high on
demand in other countries.
Goat
• Goat farming also is a great source of income for many farmers,
goat meat are becoming popular among consumers because of its
nutritional value.

• Goats also produce milk that is highly nutritious.

- Its milk also has medicinal properties which can be an

alternative to people with lactose intolerance.
In 2021, Philippines imported 3.16M in sheep and goat meat, becoming
the 74th largest importer of sheep and Goat Meat in the world. At the
same year, sheep and goat meat was the 863rd most imported product in
the Philippines. Philippine imports Sheep and Goat Meat primarily from:
Australia – with a number of $2.3M
New Zealand – which estimates at $402k
Ireland - $295k
United States (USA) - $104k
United Kingdom – $183k
The fastest growing import markets in Sheep and Goat
Meat for Philippines between 2020 and 2021 were:

1. Australia – which estimates up to $307k

2. Ireland – with a number of $205k
3. New Zealand – earning up to $183k
 Feed source

Grass: Grazing on a variety of

grasses and other plants provides
essential nutrients.
• Hay: grass has been dried,
then baled or collected to use
as animal feed and it makes
great feed for goats.
Grain feed. Commercial feeds or
concentrates formulated for goats
and sheep can be used to meet
specific nutritional needs.
• Mineral Supplements. Goat and
sheep must have minerals in order
to grow and produce kids and milk.