Improving Goat Production in the Tropics


Book Description

Written for both livestock specialists and for development workers who have not been formally trained in animal production, this book explains the theory of goat-keeping using practical, step-by-step guidelines. It also takes into account the social, economic and organizational context in which the technology has to function.







Goat Production in the Tropics


Book Description

This book covers Goat production in the Tropics.







Improving Meat Goat Production in the Semiarid Tropics


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Ecological character of the semiarid tropics of Northeast Brazil; A sociological description of goatherders; Present and improved production systems for meat goats in Northeast Brazil; Genetic resources and improvement programs; Improving the productivity of grazing lands in the semiarid tropics; Nutrient needs and improved feeding systems; Some factors affecting the reproduction of goats in the semiarid tropics; Herd health management of goats in the semiarid tropics; Some suggestions for improved productivity through management; Facilities for goat keeping; Product quality and marketing; Special requirements for dairy goat production in the semiarid tropics; Measuring the economic feasibility of new small ruminant technologies in Brazil; Effective communica-tion with the small prodecer; Recomendations for further research.
















Goat Production and Supply Chain Management in the Tropics


Book Description

This book is a practical manual for goat production systems covering: breeding and selection, feeding based on available crops and resources, and targeted preventative health care for increased productivity and income. It outlines best practice and strategies for setting up a farm, overcoming challenges, increasing milk and meat quality, obtaining sustainability, reducing environmental pollution, optimising climatic conditions and tapping into local know-how. In addition, the book details developing region-specific data for effective decision making and better management, as well as how to run a developmental project to empower stake holders for higher production, support innovation, and analyse the supply chain for better product quality and marketing.