Outlines the importance of small ruminants in Africa, describing the production systems in the different ecological zones in relation to traditional and modern methods of production. Provides information on general management practices and on ownership patterns and flock structures in relation to...
Identifies areas that should be the main concern of policy makers in the Development of water supplies for livestock in dry zones of Africa including productivity & stability, and environmental conservation & equity. Presents issues concerning the number of water sources, their types, who control...
Sandford, S.
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[The management of water Development for livestock in dry zones of Africa]
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The management of water Development for livestock in dry zones of Africa
Expansion of global population each year at the rate of approximately 90 million more than the current population of The Philippines will also necessitate unprecedented expansion of food production. As there is little room to bring more land under cultivation, almost all of the increase must come...
Smith, Jimmy W.
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Keatinge, J.D.H.
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Smalley, M.E.
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Quiróz, R.
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[The systemwide livestock programme: A promising research-for development concept]
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The systemwide livestock programme: A promising research-for development concept
Rapid increases in population densities and the associated environmental changes have meant increased problems for farmers in planning effective resource management strategies. In response to these driving forces and to improve the efficiency of the use of the available nutrient resources many tr...
This paper explores the potential for, and limits to, sustainable agricultural growth in semi-arid Africa, with a focus on the role of pastoralism. Examines the main pressures on pastoral systems, and on the resource base upon which these depend. The paper argues that it is premature to contempla...
Webb, P.
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Bisrat, G.
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Coppock, D.L.
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[Food security and sustainable growth for pastoral systems in semi-arid Africa]
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Food security and sustainable growth for pastoral systems in semi-arid Africa
This paper explores the elements of a sound policy toward tsetse and trypanosomosis control by highlighting key issues in policy design and implementation. A framework is proposed that suggests that consistent policy toward tsetse and trypanosomosis control hinges on strong links with broad rural...
Politzar, H.
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Omamo, S.W.
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D'Ieteren, G.D.M.
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[Issues related to sustainable tsetse and trypanosomosis management strategies and rural Development]
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Issues related to sustainable tsetse and trypanosomosis management strategies and rural Development
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
Discusses the FAO/UNEP programme on animal genetic resources conservation and management; and the indigenous breeds identified as of high potentials in the different ecological zones of Africa. The different activities of ILCA's Documentation Centre and the range of information service it provide...
Sheep and goats of tropical Africa were studied. Data on breed types, management systems, ownership, nutrition and productivity included for both species. Their contributions to live weight biomass, meat production, and registered slaughtering units described. Some measured production parameters ...
Wilson, R.T.
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[Husbandry, nutrition and productivity of goats and sheep in tropical Africa]
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Husbandry, nutrition and productivity of goats and sheep in tropical Africa