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Goat Farming Expands in Paraiba, Brazil: Emerging as a Promising Region for Dairy and Meat Production

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The state of Paraiba, Brazil, has seen a significant expansion of goat farming, driven by government incentives and technical assistance. The Curimatau region, particularly the municipalities of Barra de Santa Rosa, has emerged as a promising area for sheep and goat farming. According to extension agent Hermes Goncalves Junior, the region has seen a significant increase in goat farming, with 1,700 breeders and a declared herd of 14,612 goats and 19,532 sheep.

Key Takeaways:

  • The government of Paraiba has provided incentives, including technical assistance, milk purchase, and support for the installation of slaughterhouses and cheese factories, contributing to the expansion of goat farming in the state.
  • The Curimatau region has emerged as a promising area for sheep and goat farming, with approximately 1,700 breeders and a declared herd of 14,612 goats and 19,532 sheep.
  • In 2024, 163,000 liters of goat milk were produced and sold under the State Government's PAA Leite Program, worth R$524,420.00, directly benefiting 32 farmers, with an average monthly income of R$1,366.00.
  • The biggest draw for farmers is the price per liter of milk, currently R$4.81, and the emergence of slaughterhouses in the region, which guarantees the purchase of animals for slaughter.
  • Empaer has been contributing to the growth of goat and sheep farming in Paraiba through genetic improvement research, technical assistance, and facilitation of training and participation in events focused on the activity.
  • The market for lamb is extensive, not only in Brazil but also abroad, making goat and sheep farming a promising activity.

Statistics:

  • 1,700 breeders in the Curimatau region.
  • Declared herd of 14,612 goats and 19,532 sheep.
  • 163,000 liters of goat milk produced and sold under the PAA Leite Program in 2024.
  • R$524,420.00 generated through the sale of goat milk in 2024.
  • Average monthly income of R$1,366.00 for 32 farmers involved in the PAA Leite Program.
  • R$4.81: the current price per liter of milk.
  • 100,000 liters of milk delivered to the PAA Leite Program by July 2024.
  • 42 farmers eligible to supply goat milk under the PAA Leite Program in the municipality of Barra de Santa Rosa.
  • 6th Meeting of Goat Farmers of the Curimatau Territory to be held in Barra de Santa Rosa from August 24-27, 2024.

Sources:

  • Empaer (Paraiba Company for Research, Rural Extension and Land Regularization)
  • State Secretariat for Agricultural and Fisheries Development
  • Regional Agency for Support and Valorization of Productive Activities and Techniques for Coexistence with the Semi-Arid Region - Xique-Xique Agency
  • https://paraiba.pb.gov.br/noticias/incentivos-do-governo-da-paraiba-favorecem-avanco-da-caprinocultura-no-curimatau

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