Expert explained: "The number of buffalos in Turkey may decrease to 130 thousand in 2030"

Published 2024년 8월 6일

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Ondokuz Mayıs University (OMU) Faculty of Veterinary Medicine's research predicts a decrease in Turkey's buffalo population to 130,000 by 2030, down from the current 170,000, if current trends continue. OMU's Lecturer Assoc. Dr. Ali Güçlükoğlu has called for increased support to prevent this decline. Buffaloes are valued for their meat and milk, and the milk's quality is superior in fat and dry matter content. Buffalo meat is preferred for its suitability in making pastrami and sausages, especially for athletes and the elderly due to its higher cholesterol and protein content. OMU is conducting comprehensive studies on buffalo meat and dairy products from the Kızılırmak Delta in Samsun, the region with the largest buffalo population in Turkey.

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Ondokuz Mayıs University (OMU) Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Assoc. Dr. Ali Güçlükoğlu said, "According to the projection we made in our own studies, we observe that the number of buffaloes in Turkey, which is 170 thousand, will decrease to 130 thousand in 2030 if it continues at this rate. Work needs to be done to increase the supports." Buffaloes were viewed from the air in the Kızılırmak Delta in Samsun, which ranks first in Turkey in terms of buffalo population. Images reminiscent of the Serengeti emerged. OMU Veterinary Faculty Lecturer Assoc. Dr. Ali Güçlükoğlu gave information about buffalos, which are in great demand in many sectors for their meat and milk. Assoc. Prof. pointed out that the number of buffaloes in Turkey is 170 thousand. Dr. Ali Güçlükoğlu pointed out that if the necessary precautions are not taken, the number of buffaloes will decrease to 130 thousand in 2030. Assoc. Dr. Ali Güçlükoğlu said, "The number of buffaloes is a little behind when we look at the ...

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