In the Altai region, there is a decrease in livestock numbers while dairy production is growing.

The number of cows decreased to 223,800 (-7.2%), while sheep and goat farming saw the most significant decline—down 10.6% to 133,900. The pig population decreased by 8.4%, reaching 286,500. Despite this, agricultural production volumes remain stable and, in some areas, are even increasing. From January to August 2025, enterprises of all categories in the region produced 140,700 tons of livestock and poultry for slaughter, 724,800 tons of MILK, and 781.9 million eggs. Agricultural organizations are seeing positive dynamics across key product categories: MEAT production increased to 112.7 thousand tons (+3% compared to the same figure in 2024 ), milk to 415 thousand tons (+2.4%), and eggs to 695.6 million pieces (comparable to last year).

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