Professional paper
PROSPECT OD AUTOCHTHONOUS BREEDS CONSERVATION PROGRAMS AS A PART OF HORSE BREEDING REORGANIZATION IN THE REPUBLIC OF CROATIA
N. Korabi
; Hrvatski stočarski centar, Zagreb, Hrvatska
M. Čačić
; Hrvatski stočarski centar, Zagreb, Hrvatska
Abstract
Increasing number of horses in the Republic of Croatia has prompted horse breeding reorganization and breed systematization according to European Union regulations setting an organizational net of breeding associations which with independent implementation of the breeding programs contribute to selection work and genetic progress. Autochthonous coldblood breeds make more than half (63%) of the total number of horses in the Republic of Croatia and represent a unique genotype adapted to extensive pasture breeding, climatic and feeding conditions. Organization structure, implementation of breeding programs by breeding associations and reliable recording of genealogical information completed with methods of molecular genetics represent a good ground for autochthonous coldblood conservation programs in the Republic of Croatia. These conservation programs offer great possibilities for utilization of autochthonous horse breeds through rural development programs, agro - tourism and eco production. Support of government institutions in realization of conservation programs for autochthonous breeds is the first step towards scientific research projects and foundation of the gene bank.
Keywords
horse breeding reorganization; autochthonous breeds; conservation programs
Hrčak ID:
23843
URI
Publication date:
14.5.2008.
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