Slight increase in Turkish beef production for 2026
In 2026 Turkiye’s cattle inventory is projected to fall by 4 percent to 14.3 million head, after falling 4% also in 2025, said the USDA office in Ankara. This decline is primarily attributed to high slaughter trends, high production costs, and low profitability, prompting farmers to liquidate their herds.
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