Category: Animal Husbandry

Rabbit Farming, Rearing,Production and Management

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RABBIT FARMING A PROFITABLE BUSINESS :  Rabbit farming is not a new enterprise in the World despite misconception by many as a non-income generating activity. However, in recent years many farmers have started to realize its potentiality as a profitable investment ADVANTAGES OF RABBIT FARMING Their feed requirement is low, especially with regard to demand for grain. Their housing and disease control managements are also low yet their meat is highly nutritious and healthier source of protein when compared with other sources of meat. Rabbits are not rodents, they are…

Dairy Cow Farming -About dairy cows Housing and Characteristics

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Cows are livestock that are highly trusted by the majority of citizens in this country. Dairy cattle (also called dairy cows) are cattle bred for the ability to produce large quantities of milk, from which dairy products are made. There are three types of cattle raised in this country which are modern cattle, local cattle, and wild cattle. The following are the benefits of cattle breeding Food such as milk and meat Fertilizer Leather that is used as raw material to make shoes, belts, bags, clothes and beds Earning money is also…

Turkey | Breeding Description, Definition & Meaning

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BEST BREEDING OF TURKEY (Meleagris gallopavo) The turkey is a large bird in the genus Meleagris, native to North America,The meaning of TURKEY is a large North American gallinaceous bird (Meleagris gallopavo) that is domesticated in most parts of the world The consumption of turkey meat has increased in recent years and its stew is used to be eaten during various holidays such as Idd mbarak, Christmas and Easter. Its origin is central America where they were derived from the wild turkey. Most of the turkeys that are raised are hybrids, that is, from…

The best dairy cow stall/Housing

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Cow Shed This is a place for cows to rest and sleep at night. Each cow has its place in the resting area, it is called . Metals must be covered and the roof is made of corrugated iron, grass or thatch. The roof must be high enough so that it cannot be eaten by cows if it is made of grass or hay is stored under it. The rooms must be built in such a way that the cow remains clean all the time. Cow shed interior Clean the…

BEST METHODS OF GOAT BREEDING

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The following are the basic factors to consider in goat breeding. The best breeding method. 1. Raise them in the best shed. 2. Choose goats according to their characteristics and the goal of breeding (production) meat or milk. 3. They should be fed the right food according to the goat’s age. 4. Taking into account the advice of a veterinary specialist, especially the way to control these diseases is very important. 5. Keeping records of production. 6. To produce quality meat or milk that meets the needs of the market.…

RABBIT FARMING, TYPES AND DISEASES

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In the previous article we talked about how to prepare hutches and different diets for rabbits, in this article we will talk about different types and diseases of rabbits, continue… RABBIT BREEDS: There are more than 45 species of rabbits worldwide. The most popular species known in East Africa are the following: 1. NEW ZEALAND WHITE : These rabbits are white and the eye color is dark brown (pink) close to red. Puberty early (six months), gives birth seven or more children and can breastfeed them well. Their meat is…

Best breed of dairy cows I Mshindo Media

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Milk production is a very good and interesting business that has many benefits and makes the farmer satisfied especially for the one who likes this work. However, it is necessary to start by laying a solid foundation even before thinking about which type you will take for breeding. It is good to know that management is one of the most important things that if neglected can even change a dairy cow to have poor production like a local cow. Different types of dairy cows have different needs, so the level…

Toggenburg – The best type of dairy Goat

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This is a type of dairy goat that originates from Switzerland in the Obertoggenburg area, this is the seed of the oldest dairy goat of all. PRODUCTION These goats are able to produce an average of two liters of milk per day or more, they do not produce as much milk as Saanen, but their milk has a fat content between 3% – 4% NATURE These goats have an average build but are bigger than local goats, 55 kg for females and 75 kg for males, they are brown (brown)…

Mastitis Prevention and Treatment

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Mastitis Prevention and Treatment The most costly dairy industry disease, mastitis, creates problems that affect the animal, finances, and food safety. When evaluating the expenses associated with mastitis, dairy clients need to keep in mind that the financial loss associated with treating the disease extends beyond the cost of prevention.Below is information you can give to your dairy clients to help: Calculating the Costs of Mastitis Running a dairy is a business. When balancing the cost of prevention versus the cost of treatment, the final decision has to be economically valid.…

Pig Management – Birth to Weaning

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Good care and management in the farrowing quarters has a major influence on the number of liveborn piglets that are weaned and on how well they perform in later stages of production. According to a 1995 survey of swine management practices in the United States, the average number of preweaning piglet deaths per litter on farms was .88 or 9.4% of those born alive. The two leading causes of preweaning deaths were laid on (48.7%) and starvation (20.5%). Other surveys have shown that over 50% of the deaths occur in…