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Evaluation of biosecurity practices in smallholder pig production systems in Midvaal Local Municipality, Gauteng Province

  • 2022
  • Issue: 1
  • Volume: 15
S. Maoba, B. Manyakanyaka & P.A. Mamaregane Page: 1 - 9

Prevention and control of diseases should be prioritized to boost production efficiency and avert the collapse of pig enterprises. The application of biosecurity measures encompasses all aspects of preventing pathogens from entering and spreading within a population of animals. The…

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Socio-economic and technical characteristics of donkeys in the far northern region of Cameroon

  • 2022
  • Issue: 1
  • Volume: 15
C.L. Nguekeng, T.B.A. Hako, J.S. Motsa’a, A.N. Tangomo, F.A. Fonteh & C.T. Keambou Page: 19 - 31

The Socio-economic and technical characteristics of donkey farming were carried out in 3 locations (Bogo, Gazawa and Zamaï respectively) of the far northern region of Cameroon. Hence, 149 farmers were sampled through a survey using a semi-structured questionnaire. From the…

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The impact of covid-19 and coping strategies used by small-scale farmers: A case study of Buffalo City Metropolitan, Amathole and O.R Tambo – District Municipalities of the Eastern Cape

  • 2022
  • Issue: 1
  • Volume: 15
S. Tokozwayo, T. Thubela, U. Gulwa, S. Mthi, M. Gxasheka, W. Masiza, N. Jokani, N. Mgujulwa, A. Sogoni & N. Mtamzeli-Cekiso Page: 32 - 40

Tokozwayo, 2022 Vol 15 (1)Tokozwayo, 2022 Vol 15 (1)Tokozwayo, 2022 Vol 15 (1)Livestock farming plays a vital role in food supply, job creation, promoting economic transformation and financial capital. Covid-19 pandemic negatively influenced livestock production through reduced access to markets,…

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