Classification of Provinces in Turkey in terms of Livestock Using Multidimensional Scaling Analysis

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In this research, it is aimed to examine the similarities of the 81 provinces in Turkey basis in terms of animal indicators with multivariate analysis as multidimensional scaling. In this study, data were obtained from Turkish Statistical Institute including numbers of cattle, numbers of buffalo, numbers of sheep, numbers of goat, numbers of hens, numbers of turkeys, numbers of ducks, numbers of horses, numbers ass and numbers of mules during 2014 year. Multidimensional scaling analyzes were used in order to examine the differences and similarities of the provinces. According to results obtained from analysis, Şırnak, Antalya, Siirt and Bitlis are disparity from other provinces in terms of indicators examined. Tunceli, Hakkari, Van, Şanlıurfa, Siirt, Bitlis and Şırnak provinces are seen in case of making the most positive impact cities in Turkey farming.

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Multidimensional Scaling , number of animals , provinces

Erciyes University Journal Of The Institute Of Science an‎d Technology

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Erciyes University Journal Of The Institute Of Science an‎d Technology