The yak is an imposing giant of the high mountains

The yak is an imposing giant of the high mountains

Image via 8Percent Media/ Pexels. The yak is a robust and resilient mammal that inhabits some of the most inhospitable regions on the planet. Known for their thick, long fur and their ability to withstand extreme cold, yaks graze on plants and can climb through steep terrain. People of the Himalayas and the Tibetan Plateau have relied on the yak as a fundamental ally throughout history. Science matters. Wonder matters. You matter.Join our 2025 D…

First National Yak Day: Agriculture Minister calls for organized efforts to protect yaks

Minister for Agriculture and Livestock Development Ramnath Adhikari has said that yak farming is contributing significantly to the income generation, food and nutrition security, organic farming and maintaining environmental balance of the mountainous region.