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Available volumes for Applied Animal Husbandry & Rural Development since 2008

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Evaluating the contribution of livestock to household livelihoods in the communal rangelands of the north Eastern Cape Province, South Africa

  • 2024
  • Issue: 1
  • Volume: 17
B. Gusha & A.R. Palmer Page: 1 - 11

Abstract This article evaluates the contribution of livestock to rural households in communal areas of the north Eastern Cape in South Africa, using surveys from 120 households. Structured questionnaire surveys were conducted from both livestock and non-livestock-owning households to gather…

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Perceived training needs among livestock farmers in the North Eastern Region of the Eastern Cape Province: A case of Ugie commonage

  • 2023
  • Issue: 1
  • Volume: 16
S. Mthi, T. Thubela, N. Mgujulwa, F. Rumosa-Gwaze, N. Jokani, T. Ntsabo, A. Mfono & S. Tokozwayo Page: 1 - 6

The present study aimed to assess the training needs of livestock farmers who farm in a commonage in Ugie which falls under North Eastern Region of Elundini Local Municipality, Eastern Cape. A well-structured interview schedule was used to obtain information…

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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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Evaluation of communal rangeland condition under the East Griqualand veld type of Eastern Cape Province, South Africa

  • 2021
  • Issue: 1
  • Volume: 14
S. Tokozwayo, T. Thubela, S. Mthi, N. Nyangiwe, T.L. Khetani, U. Gulwa, S. Goni, M. Jansen, L. Qokweni & B. Guza Page: 1 - 8

Rangeland condition is defined as the state of health of rangeland in terms of species diversity and the potential for producing good quality forage for livestock. However, these rangelands are gradually declining due to poor resource management, land degradation and…

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Socio-economic, technical characteristics and challenges in indigenous (taurine-type cattle) beef production in Cameroon

  • 2021
  • Issue: 1
  • Volume: 14
E.T. Ojong, P.M. Oben, T.B.A. Hako, K.A. Etchu, J.S. Motsa’a, N.N. Wozerou & T.C. Keambou Page: 9 - 21

The study evaluated the socio-economic, production parameters and challenges facing Cameroon taurine cattle farmers in ten regions of Cameroon. A single-visit using the multiple-subject survey method was carried out by face-to-face interviews using structured questionnaires. A total of 175 farmers…

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Productivity gap between commercial farmers and potential emerging farmers in South Africa: Implications for land redistribution policy

  • 2021
  • Issue: 1
  • Volume: 14
S. Zantsi, K. Cloete & A. Möhring Page: 22 - 31

A common feature of South African agriculture is its dualistic nature showing wide differences in production levels. For the purpose of land redistribution, existing studies do not provide much detail, because they compare smallholders in general, but not the commercially…

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Socioeconomic and productive characteristics of indigenous pig farming in Cameroon

  • 2021
  • Issue: 1
  • Volume: 14
J.S. Motsa’a, H.F. Defang, T.B.A. Hako, E.T. Ojong, K.H. Mube, C.L Nguekem, Z.P.D, Tagning, M. Mouchili & T.C. Keambou Page: 32 - 39

The present study was conducted in other to describe the socioeconomic characteristics of indigenous pig farmers in Cameroon, as well as the management techniques of their pig herds. A total of 127 indigenous pig farmers were randomly selected from four…

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Seasonal variation in nutritive value of four browse species used by smallholder farmers for livestock in Eastern Cape Province, South Africa

  • 2021
  • Issue: 1
  • Volume: 14
S. Mthi, J.M. Rust, S. Washaya, D.D. Washaya, T.L. Morgenthal & B. Sondzaba Page: 40 - 49

The use of browse plants as livestock feed during the dry season can improve deficiency of certain nutrients and sustain livestock production under small-scale farming system. This study was conducted to investigate the seasonal variation of nutrients of four browse…

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Evaluating crossbreeding beef on dairy for the South African dairy Industry

  • 2021
  • Issue: 1
  • Volume: 14
C.J.C. Muller, M.M. Scholtz & F.J. Jordaan Page: 50 - 60

Beef production is a natural possibility in dairy herds through culled cows and rearing bull calves for veal or beef production. This potential is not always exploited fully, probably because of its relatively small contribution to overall farm income. Studies…

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Indigenous goat production on Kikuyu in South Africa

  • 2020
  • Issue: 1
  • Volume: 13
S.D. Househam & K.P. Kirkman Page: 1 - 12

This study investigated indigenous goat production on Kikuyu at Cedara Research Station, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Three stocking rates were used (30, 45 and 60 goats/ha) to evaluate goat production on kikuyu. Does with kids grazed kikuyu for a total of…

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An investigation of factors influencing synchronization response, conception and calving rate of communal cows in Limpopo Province, South Africa

  • 2020
  • Issue: 1
  • Volume: 13
Z.C. Raphalalani, T.L. Nedambale, N.B. Nengovhela & K.A. Nephawe Page: 13 - 22

A study was designed to assess factors affecting response to oestrus synchronization, conception and calving rate of communal cows following timed artificial insemination (AI) in Limpopo province, South Africa. A total of 140 cows were selected from communal villages based…

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Sheep production and reproduction in a communal environment of the Eastern Cape Province

  • 2020
  • Issue: 1
  • Volume: 13
T. Rust, J.M. Rust, N.S. Nongauza, C.H. de Ridder, N.A. Faku, A.M. Ras & S. Moss Page: 23 - 34

The study was conducted in Gwaba village, Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality, Eastern Cape Province. The study provides information that can be utilized to track change over time with respect to the livelihood status, livestock asset ownership and the production and…

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