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Ficus thonningii (FT) is an important multipurpose fodder tree providing economic and ecological benefits across arid and semi-arid areas in Africa. Despite its availability in many Sub-Saharan African countries, there is lack of information on its effect on animal productivity. Twenty-four male ...


Balehegn, M.Eik, L.O.Tesfay, Y.[Replacing commercial concentrate by Ficus thonningii improved productivity of goats in Ethiopia]Replacing commercial concentrate by Ficus thonningii improved productivity of goats in Ethiopia

Studies show that women are more likely to own small, rather than, large livestock. This study sought to establish gendered preference for different livestock species while focusing on the gendered differences in ownership, management, and marketing of goats in Meru, Kenya. Men demonstrated a hig...


Waithanji, Elizabeth M.Njuki, JemimahMburu, S.Kariuki, Juliet B.Njeru, F.[A gendered analysis of goat ownership and marketing in Meru, Kenya]A gendered analysis of goat ownership and marketing in Meru, Kenya

Goat producers in Inhassoro follow traditional management practices that lead to low supply of low quality goats. This has negative impacts on profitability, and on market access. Traders who buy in the Inhassoro locality buy only small volumes, and buyers from external markets are unaware of pot...


Hamza, K.H.Rich, Karl M.Baker, A.D.Hendrickx, Saskia C.J.[Commercializing smallholder value chains for goats in Mozambique: A system dynamics approach]Commercializing smallholder value chains for goats in Mozambique: A system dynamics approach

This study was conducted in the rural kebeles around Dire Dawa for designing a simple, yet, feasible breeding scheme in the context of community-based management of animal genetic resources. Range of participatory rural appraisal tools, including focal group discussions and participatory mappings...


Gebreyesus, G.Haile, AynalemDessie, Tadelle[Breeding scheme based on community-based participatory analysis of local breeding practices, objectives and constraints for goats around Dire Dawa, Ethiopia]Breeding scheme based on community-based participatory analysis of local breeding practices, objectives and constraints for goats around Dire Dawa, Ethiopia

Characterization of the Short-eared Somali goat population around Dire Dawa, Ethiopia, was undertaken in a community-based and participatory approach. Range of participatory tools, including Focal Group Discussions, participatory mappings and transect walks, were employed to study the local commu...


Gebreyesus, G.Haile, AynalemDessie, Tadelle[Participatory characterization of the Short-eared Somali goat and its production environment around Dire Dawa, Ethiopia]Participatory characterization of the Short-eared Somali goat and its production environment around Dire Dawa, Ethiopia

The objective of this study was to determine the objectives of goat production, related management practices and their role in the live of rural poor through Participatory Rural Appraisal at two experimental sites including Bahawalpur (Site I) and Faisalabad (Site II) in Pakistan. Three villages ...


Khan, M.S.Muhammad, M.S.Abdullah, M.Hassan, F.Waheed-uz-ZamanAshfaq, M.Bett, R.C.Baltenweck, IsabellePoole, Elizabeth J.Ibrahim, Mohamed N.M.Okeyo Mwai, Ally[Livestock keepers’ perception of indigenous goat breeds and their contribution to livelihoods in Pakistan]Livestock keepers’ perception of indigenous goat breeds and their contribution to livelihoods in Pakistan

Abegaz, S.Sölkner, J.Gizaw, SolomonDessie, TadelleHaile, AynalemWurzinger, Maria[Description of production systems and morphological characteristics of Abergelle and Western lowland goat breeds in Ethiopia: Implication for community-based breeding programmes]Description of production systems and morphological characteristics of Abergelle and Western lowland goat breeds in Ethiopia: Implication for community-based breeding programmes

Rekik, Mourad[Ultrasound to diagnose pregnancy and reproductive disorders in small ruminants]Ultrasound to diagnose pregnancy and reproductive disorders in small ruminants

Wamatu, JaneKiflay, S.M.Rischkowsky, Barbara A.[Enhanced sheep fattening with modified feeding and management practices]Enhanced sheep fattening with modified feeding and management practices

Wamatu, JaneAlkhtib, A.Rischkowsky, Barbara A.[Pulse crops with food-feed traits to support livestock productivity]Pulse crops with food-feed traits to support livestock productivity

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