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Azerbaijan to modernize animal slaughter facilities

13 January 2014 17:18 (UTC+04:00)
Azerbaijan to modernize animal slaughter facilities

Azerbaijani Agriculture Minister Heydar Asadov has met with the expert of Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Meat & Dairy Officer, Anthony Bennet over technical support FAO may provide to develop livestock slaughter facilities, AzerTag reported on January 13.

Asadov pointed out that the livestock industry plays a key role in strengthening food security of Azerbaijan, adding there is great potential for developing this sector.

The minister updated the FAO representative on the ministry's objectives to develop livestock sector in the country, favorable climate provided for farmers to promote investments.

Discussions revolved around application of the best European practices on slaughterhouses.

The sides agreed on cooperation to prepare the strategy and program on development of animal slaughter infrastructure.

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