Determination of Yield and Nutritional Value of Pokut Plateau Pasture (Rize)

Authors : Muhammed İkbal Çatal

Pages : 518-524

Doi:10.47115/bsagriculture.1710340

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Publication Date : 2025-07-15

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :This study was conducted in 2023 and 2024 to determine the plant productivity and nutritional value of Pokut Plateau pasture, located in the Çamlıhemşin district of Rize province in the Eastern Black Sea Region, known for its natural beauty. As a result of analyzing plant samples collected by the quadrat method from 12 different points selected in July, the average green herbage yield was determined to be 1034 kg/da. A statistically significant decrease (P<0.05) in green herbage yield was observed between the two years. The average dry herbage yield was determined as 194 kg/da and did not show a significant change between years. When the nutrient contents were examined, the average crude protein ratio was found to be 11.17%, and this value also showed a significant difference between years (P<0.05). The digestible dry matter ratio was found to be 56.64 and the relative feed value was 68.54. Mineral matter contents (P 0.20%, K 0.87%, Ca 0.88% and Mg 0.33%) indicate that the grasses are at a level to meet the basic mineral needs of animals. Statistically significant differences (P<0.05) were found between years in calcium content and K/(Ca+Mg) ratio. While this study reveals that the Pokut Plateau pastures are an important resource for livestock activities in the region, it supports the conclusion that grass quality and productivity can be increased by improving pasture management strategies. This study, carried out in Pokut Plateau in Çamlıhemşin district of Rize province, is important in terms of forming a scientific basis for pasture management practices in the region and can contribute to the sustainability of livestock activities in the region.
Keywords : Pokut Plateau, Pasture, Nutritional value, Rize, Eastern Black Sea

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