Sheep; live

HS code 010410 covers the live trade of sheep, an important livestock industry that plays a significant role in the global agricultural economy. Sheep farming is a centuries-old practice that provides a wide range of products, including meat, wool, and dairy, making it a crucial source of livelihood for many communities worldwide. The trade of live sheep facilitates the distribution of breeding stock, enabling the expansion and improvement of sheep populations to meet the growing demand for sheep-derived products.

The production of live sheep involves various techniques, including selective breeding, herd management, and animal husbandry practices. Sheep farmers carefully select breeding stock to improve the genetic traits of their herds, such as wool quality, meat yield, and disease resistance. Proper feeding, housing, and healthcare are essential to ensure the health and well-being of the animals, which in turn affects the quality and quantity of the final products.

The live sheep industry requires several key inputs, including land for grazing, feed (such as hay, grains, and pasture), water, and veterinary services to maintain the health and well-being of the animals. Specialized equipment, such as shearing tools, fencing, and transportation vehicles, are also necessary for the efficient management and movement of sheep.

The primary output of HS code 010410 is live sheep, which are then used as breeding stock or for the production of meat, wool, and dairy products. These sheep may be further classified under other HS codes, such as 020410 Meat of sheep, fresh or chilled and 050100 Human hair, unworked, whether or not washed or scoured; waste of human hair.