Reports on productivity of the Kuri and zebu selected for their milk and meat production. Includes discussions on caprine and ovine rearing particularly their economic values, and improvement of ovine herd by crossbreeding in the region, especially in Chad.
International Livestock Centre for Africa
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[Rapport sur l'elevage en Afrique equatoriale francaise]
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Rapport sur l'elevage en Afrique equatoriale francaise
Reports on cattle rearing in Madagascar. Production performances of Madagascar Zebu, sheep, goats and pigs are described. The performances were evaluated in terms of meat and milk yield. Future livestock quality improvement through crossbreeding with foreign species is recommended.
Describes the general characteristics and origin of zebu animal breed. Data on rearing zone, body measurements, milk production, meat quality and genetic characteristics included. Methods of maintenance and improvement of Madagascar Zebu recommended.