This study explores the maternal genetic origins of four goat breeds from Türkiye – Damascus, Kilis, Hatay, and Kil – within the Fertile Crescent, a key region for goat domestication. By analysing mitochondrial DNA, Haplogroup A was dominant, but Haplogroups A and G were newly documented in Hatay goats, and there was novel identification of Haplogroup G in Damascus goats in Türkiye. These findings highlight the importance of conserving these breeds as vital genetic resources in a historically significant region.

Our study sought to investigate the impact of increasing doses of wood vinegar (WV) supplementation on nutrient utilization, metabolism, and nitrogen balance in sheep. These sheep were fed increasing doses of WV (0, 10, 20, 30, and 40 mL d^-1) while receiving high-concentrate diets. Our findings suggest that WV interferes with rumen function and improves protein metabolism in sheep.