Review of Autochthonous Sheep Breeds Populations in Pelagonia Region: Evolution, Challenges and Future Perspectives
2021
Zdraveski, Igor | Dodovski, Petar | Dameski, Panče | Pejčinovska, Nataša | Petrovska, Nataša | Petrovska, Biljana | Karabolovski, Nikola | Angelovska, Maja
Pelagonia region is populated with 16.9% of total sheep population in North Macedonia. Ovcepolian type of Pramenka is the most frequent autochthonous population rearing this region. Crosses of different breeds are also present in large percentage, mostly crosses with Merino and Awassi. Autochthonous sheep farms are mainly small family farms comprises 20 to 200 heads, rarely exceeding 300, mostly depending on farm capacity and economic performanc es. Extensive farming system of production, mainly transhumance, is practiced more than semi intensive or intensive. Most of the farms are local business with conventional approach of supply chain in milk production but artisanal and peasant approach are also evident. The declining trend in population of au tochthonous sheep breed in recent years is evident and it is related to many fac tors that diminishes the interest for local sheep breeds. Measures taken through initiatives and programs provide positive movement but there are things that are still missing. This review gives a brief overview of taken suitable strategies for development and maintenance of the local breeds as a traditional heritage with all benefits for sustainable rural development.
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