세계 산양유산업의 최근 진보 및 향후 전망

Abstract

to the health of hundreds of millions of people worldwide and is recognized as an importantcontributor to many national economies. Goat milk has contributed significantly to theeconomic and nutritional quality of life in developing countries, particularly in the Mediterranean,the Middle East, Eastern Europe, and Latin America. Goat milk has played animportant role in the health and nutrition of infants and the elderly, and is also known tobe beneficial and therapeutic for people with milk allergies. The potential and value of thenutritional, health, and therapeutic effects of goat milk and specialized goat milk productsare now attracting attention. Various products can be made from goat milk based on itschemical properties. In addition, special products such as hair, skin care, products, and cosmeticsproduced using goat milk have garnered more attention in recent years. Nevertheless, highquality products can only be made from good quality goat milk. Advanced technical treatmentsare necessary to produce high quality goat milk that meets consumer expectation ofnutritional, hygienic, and good sensory products. Good taste has been a critical criterionwhen deciding to buy and consume goat milk and associated products. However, it may bepossible to produce more value-added products that cater to the new trends in consumerneeds and thus maintain economic sustainability of goat milk industry.