Integration and Contract Production in Goose Farming

Abstract

Goose farming has a traditional production structure in our country and the KOP region, but also has a cultural and social infrastructure. Although it is not currently an important commercial production model in our country, it has an important place in rural development in many countries. Goose meat and other products are an alternative source for consumers. Goose meat, edible internal organs, head and feet, intestines, feathers and abdominal fat can be used as food products and in some areas as raw materials. In addition, unused eggs and feathers can be turned into art. In addition, the use of geese in biological control of weeds and acting as a guard dog are among the important duties of geese. In recent years, consumer demands have been increasing in our country, as in many countries. However, goose production has not reached its potential in our country because production has not been well organized to meet this demand. Türkiye, which is at an important level in the world, is one of the countries that best implements the poultry industry integration model. The contract production system included in this model makes a significant contribution to rural development on a regional basis. The KOP region, located in the middle of Turkey, can stand out in goose breeding with both its traditional and cultural infrastructure and its producer structure suitable for this model. On-site support can be provided to rural development through the creation of an integration model and contract production with the appropriate investor profile and resources. The contractual production system has an important potential in terms of production involving people living in rural areas. Controlling production from beginning to end with the integration model is important for sustainable animal husbandry and economic efficiency level.