The indigenous breeds of cattle endangered in Africa are identified. Topical dicussions on main reasons for being endangered, their geographical distribution and numbers, their major contribution to economy and the specific traits justifying conservation programmes for the breeds included.
In Africa, the only avenue to conserve a breed endangered is in the living form since techniques for storage of embryos have not yet been adequately developed. Furthermore, most countries might not be able to meet the financial involvement of such a programme. This is why it is highly recommended...
Adeniji, K.O.
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[Recommendations for specific breeds and species for conservation by management and preferred techniques]
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Recommendations for specific breeds and species for conservation by management and preferred techniques
Various policy aspects of animal breeding in Africa are described. The main ecological zones, national breeding programmes and breeding improvement services and schemes are discussed to give a general overview of livestock improvement in the region.