Reviving of Farriery; Disappearing Profession Project leader Kaspars Kovaļenko Team of project Kaspars Kovaļenko Aija Mālniece Dana Laizāne Nauris Laizāns Duration 2018 - 2020 Research focus 1. Implementation of the "One Health" concept and species interaction studies in the context of climate change Source of funding International project Project partners Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje Faculty of Veterinary Medicine – SkopjeAfyon Kocatepe University Description of project The aim of research The aim of the project is to revive and preserve the profession of farriery (horse shoeing), which is increasingly disappearing. The tasks of project: Promoting traditional skills related to horse care and shoeingEnhancing vocational education and training (VET) in farrierySupporting knowledge transfer and skill development in this niche areaRaising awareness about the cultural and practical value of the profession in modern animal husbandry Results Revitalizing traditional skills, enhancing vocational training programs, and raising awareness about the importance of preserving farriery.
