“The Yak”—A remarkable animal living in a harsh environment: An overview of its feeding, growth, production performance, and contribution to food security

Yaks play an important role in the livelihood of the people of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau (QTP) and contribute significantly to the economy of the different countries in the region. Yaks are commonly raised at high altitudes of ~ 3,000–5,400 m above sea level. They provide many important products, na...

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Main Authors: Ali Mujtaba Shah, Iqra Bano, Izhar Hyder Qazi, Maharach Matra, Metha Wanapat
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2023-02-01
Series:Frontiers in Veterinary Science
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fvets.2023.1086985/full