Cheese production in Tatvan district, Bitlis, Turkey, has been ongoing for nearly 50 years, with over 50 tons sold annually. The cheese is made from milk of sheep, goat, and cow, and the production season is from May to mid-July. The cheese, known as Tatvan cheese, is made in collaboration with milk from villages such as Hizan, Ahlat, and Bitlis. The cheese has found success in both local and national markets, being enjoyed across Turkey.