By using this calendar the goat & lamb producers can take advantage of these special markets.
The term "Halal" is the religious term used to describe food that is "lawful to eat " according to the laws of Islam. The Muslem population consumes approximately 70% of the goat meat raised in the USA. Two of the most important days in the Islamic calendar are Nawlid, celebrated in honor of Mohammed's birthday and Ashore in remembrance of the Martyrdom of Mohammed's grandsons.
There are several other ethnic groups that enjoy goat and lamb. Marketing around these special holidays will help the grower/producer increase their profit margin.
2011 Calendar:
Ramadan begins Month of fasting August 1st
Rosh Hashanah Jewish New Year begins September 29th
Thanksgiving begins Nov. 24th
Eid al Fitr Ramadan Ends August 31st
Chanukkah Dec. 21st to 28th
Christmas December 25th.
2012 Calendar:
Epiphany begins January 6th
Eid ul Adha Festival of Sacrifice begins October 26th
Islamic New Year November 15
Christian Easter April 8th
Orthodox Easter April1 5th
Passover/Pesach begin April 7th thru 14th.
Mawlid al Nabi Birth of the Prophet February 4th
Ramadan begins Month of Fasting July 20th
Rosh Hashanah Jewish New Year begins Sept. 17 to 18th
Thanksgiving November 22nd
Chanukkah begins Dec. 9 to 16
Eid al Fitr Ramadan ends
August 19th
Christmas December 25th.
