Do Ewenki raise reindeer for food?

Not just to eat. Ewenki raise reindeer not only for food, but also an important part of Ewenki traditional culture. They can not only provide Ewenki people with food such as meat and milk, but also help people with hunting, transportation and many tasks in daily life. In addition, reindeer is one of the raw materials of Ewenki traditional handicrafts, such as sweaters and gloves. Therefore, raising reindeer is not only to meet the needs of material life, but also to maintain and inherit traditional culture.