Željka Šiljković

 

DOI: 10.35666/28310438.2014.3.786

UDC: 911.3[338.439.22:637](497.5) 

Abstract: Sheep and breeding is a traditional economic activity in Littoral Croatia and throughout the past it has often been the only source of income for local population. During the 20th century the number of sheep and goats reduced significantly, primarily because of the intensive deagrarization od rural areas and emigration of rural population into urban centers, and partly as a result of political decisions.

Today the revitalization of sheep and goat breeding is encouraged by market demand for meat and cheese both in littoral and continental part of Croatia. Although the imported species prevail in breeding, producers are trying to preserve autochthonous breeds as well.

Keywords: sheep, goat, breeding, Croatia. 

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