In recent years, factors such as the advancement of technology, the spread of industrial agriculture and the increasing trend of urbanization have also affected shepherding, one of the traditional professions. This profession, which used to be practiced in villages and was generally passed down as a family tradition, is not preferred by the younger generations today.
Problems in Production and Shepherd Famine
Zara Chamber of Agriculture President Zeki Şimşek stated that the shepherd shortage in livestock farming has reached serious levels and expressed the problems experienced in finding shepherds. Şimşek emphasized that shepherds often leave by receiving other offers and this situation negatively affects animal husbandry.
Fraud Incidents and Victims
Earthquake survivor Hıdır Öztürk, who was affected by the Malatya earthquake and settled in Eymir Village, told about the fraud he experienced while searching for a shepherd. Öztürk stated that they lost their money with the promise of finding a shepherd and that young people got used to laziness. It was stated that such fraud incidents negatively affect livestock activities.
Search for a Solution and Statements of the Village Headman
Eymir village headman Turan Sarı expressed the difficulties in finding shepherds and the cases of fraud. Sarı stated that the shepherds easily escaped and the villagers were victimized. It was emphasized that this situation negatively affected livestock activities in the village.
