MILK PRODUCTION OF BOVŠKA SHEEP IN CONVENTIONAL AND ORGANIC FARMING SYSTEM

The productivity of Slovenian autochthonous dairy sheep breed Bovška in conventional and organic farming was studied. Bovška breed sheep are concentrated in western part of Julian Alps in Trenta valley. Animals from conventional system produce around eighteen percent more milk, fat, proteins and lactose. The system of production does not affect milk composition with exception of lactose. The flocks which entered organic farming scheme had lower level of production before the organic farming was officially introduced to Slovenia – the organic farming was the choice of low input farmers. In organic and conventional production the most important effect is that of flock. According to mentioned results and results from literature, there are many possibilities for moderate improving of productivity in conventional and organic farming