YANGON, Feb 4 (NNN-MNA) – The third Myanmar bovine beauty pageant was held, to mark the 77th anniversary of the Union Day in Yangon, according to the Livestock Breeding and Veterinary Department, yesterday.
The two-day competition was held under four categories, including Myanmar native cattle, beef cattle, dairy cattle and goats, Min Nyunt Oo, deputy head of the department, said.
A total of 106 various cattle and 38 goats were on display at this year’s competition, he said.
The aim of holding the competition is to educate the public about livestock breeding, to obtain high quality Myanmar native cattle and goats, and to expand network among breeders, he said.
The competition helps in the production of quality cattle and increases farmers’ knowledge of livestock farming, he said.
In addition, breeders will be able to exchange breeding experiences through the competition, he said.– NNN-MNA
