Economy
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3 years ago
Georgia’s Sheep Exports See Record High; Exports Markets
In January-July 2021 Georgia exported a record number of goats and sheep. The exports have increased by annual 500% compared to January-July 2020.
According to Geostat, the national statistics service of Georgia, in January-July 2021, the country exported 4,973 tons of livestock worth $16.503 million, while the figure marked 983.8 tons in 2020. Incomes from exports constituted $3,265 million.
In 2021, Georgia exported goats and sheep to 5 countries, namely:
Saudi Arabia – 3,896 tons worth $13,138
Azerbaijan – 813.5 tons worth $2,474 million
Kuwait – 239.7 ton worth $603,100
United Arab Emirates – 30 tons worth $175,000
Qatar – 28.8 tons worth $112,500