10 Basic Criteria for Culling Cattle
Culling cattle is the process of selecting and removal of undesirable, unproductive or poorly performing cattle from a herd. It is a very important process in the beef industry, as …
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Bloat in Goats: Everything You Need to Know
There are two types of bloat in goats termed ‘frothy bloat’ and ‘gas bloat’. Frothy bloat is often a result of goats eating rich feeds or being suddenly introduced to …
Caseous Lymphadenitis in Goats – Signs, Control & Treatment
Caseous Lymphadenitis is a chronic, highly contagious bacterial disease with no cure that affects sheep and goats. The disease is caused by the bacterium Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis. Goats catch the disease …
Common Reasons Why a Cow won’t Produce Milk
Understanding common reasons why a cow won’t produce milk will help you avoid the volatility of operating a dairy farm. There are many factors that you won’t have any control …
10 High Milk-Giving Animals Excluding Cows
Apart from cows, did you know that milk can also be obtained from some other animals? In this post, we’ll take a look at the names of ten of the …
Grass Tetany (Hypomagnesemia) in Cattle
Grass tetany, also known as hypomagnesemia tetany, is a metabolic disorder of ruminants, associated with low levels of magnesium (Mg) in the blood of animals due to its lack in …
Waste Disposal Tips for Livestock Farmers
Livestock farming is also significant to global food security and the economy. It involves the rearing of farm animals, which include poultry, sheep, goat, cattle and even fishes. In this …
Solar Water Pump – Why You Need It in Your Farm
What is a Solar Water Pump? The solar water pump is a type of water pumping system that works wherever there is an abundant supply of sunlight. During hot seasons …
Feed Formulas for Dairy Animals
The following feed formula can be used to formulate feed for dairy cattle or any other dairy (milk) animals. They guarantee improved milk production.
The Local and Exotic Breeds of Sheep
There are over 800 breeds of sheep in the world. These breeds are in various shapes, sizes, types and color. Only a few countries in the world have no sheep. …