Livestock improvement in Turkey

Within the scope of combating climate change, the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry is launching a protection and breeding project for "Native Black" and "Grey Breed" cattle, which are easily adaptable to the environment and are known to be contented because they consume less food. The General Directorate of Agricultural Research and Policies (TAGEM) implemented the Domestic Cattle Breeding Project in the Hands of the Public. Within the scope of the project, it was planned to breed "Domestic Black" and "Grey Breed" cattle, which stand out with their endurance and contentment. Global warming and climate changes have a significant impact on animal production and have a direct impact on animal yields, lifestyles, endurance and diversity. With the project, it is envisaged to ensure the sustainability of local genetic resources and to benefit from the advantages of care and feeding. With this project, domestic cattle breeding will be carried out by the public for the first time. ...