PASTURES AND CATTLE

In most of the Muslim countries, good pastures are in abundance. The Sudan and Nigeria are among them.They are located in Tropical Zone grasslands. In these areas, broad-leaved trees are commonly found alongside the streams. In these pastures, millions of cattle are bred which are source of great wealth to these countries.Besides, in the north-west African States of Morocco, Tunisia, Algeria and Mauritania, extensive land-stretches of short and soft grasses are found. These grasslands are important for breeding of goats and sheep.Here 'Marino' sheep are bred on Alfa grass.Marino sheep are known for their good quality wool. In Turkey, northern Iraq and north-west Iran,good quality grasses are found where cattle goats and sheep are bred.The Turkish breed of 'Angora' is famous for its wool.
   Cattle, sheep and goats are also bred in western parts of Pakistan.Their wool and hides are exported to earn foreign exchange.
        Buffaloes are common in Pakistan, Bangladesh, Malaysia and Indonesia.They are bred for milk, butter and other dairy products.
  Camels are found in desert-lands. A camel is commonly known as the 'ship' of desert. Ponies and donkeys of  Morocco, Tunisia, Algeria are also famous for their high quality.

RESOURCES OF THE MUSLIM WORLD:

The Muslim countries cover a vast area on the surface of earth. Diversity in climate and production of commodities is but natural. Nearly all types of natural vegetation and pastures lands are found. The fertile river valleys are extensive and famous for their agricultural products. The deserts possess the mineral oil which is believed to be one of richest resource bestowed by nature. So, the Muslim countries are rich with all types of natural resources. By utilizing them properly, they can become prosperous and strong and this is what the Muslim world is struggling for today.