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    • Mortality and Diseases of Goats in Wedza Communal Areas of Zimbabwe 

      Kusina, N.T; Chikura, S; Sibanda, S (Zimbabwe Veterinary Association, 2000-03)
      A study was conducted to evaluate the extent and causes of mortality and diseases affecting goats in Wedza Communal Area. Mortality ranged from 16% in adult stock to 40% in pre-weaned kids. Kid mortality was higher during ...

    • Some insights into the phenotypic and genetic diversity of indigenous pigs in Southern Africa 

      Halimani, T. E.; Muchadeyi, F. C.; Chimonyo, M; Dzama, K. (South African Journal of Animal Science, 2012-01)
      Indigenous pigs in southern Africa are mainly owned by economically vulnerable groups in marginal areas where they are used as a source food, income and security. A study was carried out to achieve three objectives: to ...