Minsk region develops new poultry directions

15 апреля 2016

Modernization allows for develop ment of new areas of poultry production in the Minsk region. Peking and French duck s , as well as Lind white geese are bred i n Borisov district.

Scientists work on the creation of exotic birds in Zaslavl. They have achieved success in breeding turkeys.

Scientists are also involved in the creation of new hen crossing s. This is a hybrid for specific purposes - produc tion of eggs or meat. Belarusian c hickens are s tress r esist ant and have the optimal period of weight gain.

Minsk region is the leader of the country in the production of poultry meat and eggs. The region has more than 20 companies that grow chickens, quail s , guinea fowl s , pheasants, ostriches and turkeys.