Yak farming, good way to increase exports and meat production

Besides its other initiatives, the Special Investment Facilitation Council has prioritized yak farming.

Yak, or zoe, is a bovine species found in the Himalayan mountain range, including the Gilgit-Baltistan region of Pakistan, Nepal, Sikkim, Tajikistan and Mongolia. With large horns and long hair, these cattle can survive in extremely cold regions.

At present the total population of yak in Pakistan is 18000 which can be achieved not only self-sufficiency through conservation and improvement of breeding, but the export capacity can also be increased.

Due to the harsh environment, meat, milk and other ingredients derived from this animal are rich in nutrition and health, and are also very low in cholesterol.

Yak farming has produced high-quality meat, milk, and other items that will not only help the local population but also boost Pakistan's economy by boosting exports.