Goats are notorious for never having met a fence they couldn’t jump, but some farmers will say that happy goats stay put. It’s best to be safe than sorry, so good, high fence and plentiful forage are two requirements. The most eaten meat in the world, goat meat
is highly valued in Latin and Middle Eastern communities. Halal goat (butchered following Muslim principles) can fetch a higher price and provide a local option to Muslim communities. Some customers are willing to pick up live goats from the farm and do the butchering themselves. Goat milk is also popular, especially for cheese, but cheese making is a high-capital-intensive operation. Find a local cheesemaker if this will be your market or expect to make a significant investment in equipment and licensing.