Wednesday, September 26, 2012

Small scale Goat farm Business

   Goat farming is not an entirely new business opportunity in India.Lots of people in India are doing this business successfully.For starting a Goat farming business,we require passion towards it.One of the main attraction of this business model is that there is not much efforts required to market the products.Well established local market is the main attraction.So for a new farmer or an existing farmer,this is a suitable small scale business opportunity.While starting a small scale Goat farming business,we need to consider few things which are listed below.

Location of Your farm

      While selecting the farm location,we need to consider few points.The Goat farm area should be calm and should be at a safe distance from other houses.If you have any shops for selling farm products,you can start farm in remote areas.Otherwise consider a place where people can access the place very easily,but take care your farm should not disturb public in any way.

Infrastructure

       The Goat sheds and feeding equipments are the main Infrastructures required for a small scale farm.The Goat sheds should be well protected and clean.Special care should be taken to avoid any water leakage during raining.

Breeding stock

       You should be careful while buying your first Goats for breeding.Ensure good quality,healthy,high breeds from known farmers or agencies.The success of your farm mainly depends on the first breeds you choose.

Maintenance

  There should be at least one full time employee for farm maintenance.Goat manures should be removed at least twice a day.Feeding should be done time to time.Regular health check ups and disease prevention measures should be done correctly.If the farm owner has other farm businesses associated with it,maintenance won't be a problem as he can utilize employees effectively.

Other resources

    Shortage of  farm land available for grazing is a head ache for majority of small scale farmers.You should keep an eye on it while selecting farm location.There should be a option to solve farm waste issues.Compost preparation is a good option.There should be some arrangements to ensure availability of pure water in the farm.

Marketing and Sales

    Even though there is enough demand exists for goat products,marketing strategies will help for the sustained growth of our business.So one should give importance to sales as this is the revenue generating department of our farm.

   Besides these,you should do a market study and understand the potential of this business in your area.Financial calculations should be done and you should have an idea about the expenses you have to handle.Special cares should be taken while approaching consulting services.

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