Altai farmers increased the number of sheep and goats almost by 20%

Источник: The DairyNews
According to the data of 2016, the livestock at private dairy farms and farms of individual entrepreneurs of Altai region has reached 46 thousand, which is more than in 2015 by 7.7 thousand heads. The percentage increased almost by 20%, according to data of the regional Chief Department of agriculture, The DairyNews.
"For small and medium-sized farms, sheep breeding is one of the most promising areas. A significant increase of livestock is provided by households that have received grants within the program on farming support," - commented the press service of Chief Department of agriculture.

In general there are about 257 thousand sheep and goats in all categories of farms of Altai region.

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