This study reviewed the market opportunity for the export of live goats to Saudi Arabia and involved the observed of four trial shipments to Saudi Arabia in early 2001.

This study reviewed the market opportunity for the export of live goats to Saudi Arabia and involved the observed of four trial shipments to Saudi Arabia in early 2001. The study identified the areas of risk associated with the export of goats on long haul voyages that included; diseases on-board and highlighted the need to adapt feral goats prior to shipment. The report makes nine key recommendations and highlights the need for the development of best practice management procedures.