Countdown to winter's arrival in under 4 weeks

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With just 29 days left of the winter-spring period, Yakutia's livestock farmers are gearing up for the final stretch. According to the regional Ministry of Agriculture, there's still 96,100 tons of roughage, 3,200 tons of silage, and 1,300 tons of haylage remaining on the farms.

In Yakutia, a subarctic region known for its harsh winters and short summers, agriculture—particularly livestock farming—present unique challenges. Limited arable land, permafrost, and short growing seasons make things difficult.

Despite the challenges, the cattle population in Yakutia stands at a robust 178,000 heads, including over 68,000 cows and 26,970 calved animals. Moreover, the region houses over 174,000 horses, with 118,000 mares and 51,000 animals receiving supplementary feed.

Roughage is typically produced via natural pastures and meadows during the summer months, but the short growing season greatly limits productivity. Silage, while increasing due to modern agricultural techniques, remains relatively scarce compared to more temperate regions. Haylage, or fermented hay, is an emerging preservation method, but its usage is still limited by logistical and technological constraints.

As efforts are made to modernize feed storage and preservation techniques, the hope is that this will lead to improved winter feed availability. More advanced silage and haylage methods, better harvesting and storage techniques, and infrastructure improvements could help bridge the gap between supply and demand. In addition, programs focusing on breed improvement, veterinary services, and agricultural infrastructure development look promising for the future of Yakutia's livestock industry.

Thawing permafrost from ongoing climate changes could potentially impact pasture lands, bringing new opportunities or challenges for Yakutia's farmers. Despite the challenges, the region's unique culture and the vital role horses play in Yakutian life ensure the agricultural sector will remain an integral part of the region's economy and identity.

In the remaining 300 days of the year, Yakutia's farmers plan to ensure their cattle, numbering at 178,000, receive supplementary feed as the weather becomes harsher, due to limited roughage production during the short growing season.
farmers in Yakutia, with its extensive population of yaks and horses, are considering expanding the use of haylage, as traditional methods of roughage and silage production become increasingly scarce under the harsh weather conditions.
Despite the challenges posed by the weather and the ongoing question of how climate change might impact pasture lands, the livestock farming industry in Yakutia is expected to maintain its robust presence, supported by modern agricultural techniques and the region's unique cultural attachment to horses.