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¹ Yozgat Bozok University, Faculty of Agriculture, Department of Agricultural Economics, Yozgat, 66900, Türkiye
² Yozgat Bozok University, School of Graduate Studies, Department of Agricultural Economics, Yozgat, 66100, Türkiye DOI : 10.46897/livestockstudies.1845164 - This study aims to assess the economic sustainability and prospects of Angora goat breeding in the Nallıhan district of Ankara province. Data from the 2024 production season were collected from 62 farms selected through stratified sampling. On average, Angora goat ownership was equivalent to 5.59 animal units (AU) per farm. The production cost was calculated as 29,229.48 TRY per AU, with 77.60% attributed to variable costs and 22.40% to fixed costs. Feed expenses accounted for the most significant proportion of total costs. Profitability indicators showed an average gross profit of 11,066.36 TRY per AU, absolute profit of 4,519.88 TRY per AU, and a relative profit ratio of 1.15. Survey results revealed low levels of satisfaction among farmers and a low willingness to continue or expand Angora goat farming. To enhance economic sustainability, it is recommended to prioritise the efficient use and development of local feed resources and to rehabilitate grazing lands. Additionally, support policies should be reviewed and restructured to either directly compensate production costs or sufficiently motivate producers to maintain and develop Angora goat production. Keywords : Angora goat Mohair goat Cost Profitability Sustainability