The Near East University Faculty of Agriculture, Department of Animal Science, hosted a workshop titled “Meat and Milk Cost Calculation,” bringing together key stakeholders from the livestock sector, including public officials, industry representatives, professional organizations, and academics. Held at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, the event aimed to address the cost analysis of meat and milk production, a critical issue in the livestock industry.
The workshop featured notable speakers, including Prof. Dr. Dilek Arsoy, Head of the Department of Animal Science at Near East University, and Prof. Dr. Duygu Aktürk, Chair of the Department of Agricultural Business Management at Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University. Discussions centered on the importance of accurate cost calculations in meat and milk production, strategies for optimizing production processes, and methods for enhancing efficiency and profitability in the sector.
Prominent industry representatives participated in the event, including Yunus and Mustafa Betmezoğlu from Gülgün Dairy Products, Candan Avunduk from Avunduk Dairy Products, Salahi Nersin from Roseday Livestock and Farming, and Raşit Şenkaya, President of the Butchers Association. Representatives from the Livestock Producers and Breeders Association, Dairy Producers and Importers Association, and various small-scale producers also attended, alongside experts from the Veterinary Department and Animal Husbandry Directorate.
Prof. Dr. Dilek Arsoy highlighted the critical role of precise cost analysis in ensuring sustainable livestock production, while Prof. Dr. Duygu Aktürk emphasized the value of economic analysis in improving productivity and profitability in the industry. Participants noted the workshop’s importance in promoting collaboration among academics, researchers, and industry professionals, as well as promoting sustainable practices and high-quality food production in the livestock sector.
More Information: https://ziraat.neu.edu.tr/sut-ve-et-sektorunun-paydaslari-yakin-dogu-universitesinde-bir-araya-geldi/
