Ukraine's Rabbit Farmers See Growing Demand, Economic Opportunity

Rabbit Farming in Cherkasy Region Shows Promise Amidst Growing Demand Cherkasy, Ukraine – The demand for rabbit meat in the Cherkasy region of Ukraine is outpacing production, creating a potential growth opportunity for local farmers, according to a recent report by Suspilne Cherkasy. Currently, 95% of rabbit production in the region is done on a personal scale, with small-scale farmers raising rabbits primarily for their own consumption and that of their families. Iryna Kovtyukh, a local rabbit farmer, shared her experience, stating, "We started with a few rabbits and slowly expanded our operation. We now have several generations." This reflects the general trend in the region. The video highlights the popularity of the French Lop breed, known for their calm temperament. Roman Kosenko, director of the regional Department of Agro-Industrial Development, pointed out that the domestic market is not fully supplied. "There is a demand, but production isn't sufficient to meet the needs of the local market," he said, suggesting that rabbit farming is a promising sector for the region's economy. The video concludes on an optimistic note, emphasizing the potential for growth and development within the rabbit farming industry in Cherkasy.