Turkey Becomes Key Destination for Dairy Cattle Exports in 2025

The Turkish market has shown a substantial increase in demand for Holstein and Jersey heifers, positioning itself as a crucial destination for dairy cattle exports in 2025. This demand is primarily driven by Turkey's efforts to enhance its dairy production capabilities.

Uruguay has been a notable exporter meeting this demand, supplying a significant number of heifers to Turkey. The export of dairy cattle to Turkey is seen as a strategic opportunity for Uruguayan cattle breeders, who are capitalizing on the growing needs of the Turkish dairy industry.

Industry experts highlight that the preference for Holstein and Jersey breeds is due to their high milk production potential, which aligns with Turkey's goals to strengthen its dairy sector. This trend is expected to continue as Turkey seeks to increase its dairy output.

The development is part of a broader strategy by Turkey to improve its agricultural self-sufficiency and reduce dependency on imported dairy products. The move also reflects an effort to modernize its dairy farming techniques by introducing high-yield cattle breeds.

The growing demand from Turkey has not only provided a boost to the Uruguayan dairy cattle export industry but also underscores the importance of international trade relationships in the agribusiness sector.

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