Livestock – Farming In Africa

Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR): What Farmers Need to Know About This Serious Viral Threat to Goats and Sheep

este des petits ruminants (PPR), often known as “goat plague,” is a severe viral disease that primarily affects goats and sheep. Known for its rapid spread and high mortality rate, PPR is one of the most significant livestock diseases threatening small ruminants worldwide

Hoof Care: A Vital Component of Livestock Health and Productivity

Healthy hooves are the foundation of a productive and thriving livestock farm. Across Africa, livestock farmers often overlook the significance of hoof care, leading to reduced mobility, poor health, and lower productivity in their animals.

Education: The Key to Transforming Africa’s Livestock Industry

The future of Africa’s livestock industry depends on one powerful tool: knowledge. Across the continent, livestock farming holds immense potential to drive economic growth, ensure food security, and create employment opportunities. But without the right education, many farmers face significant challenges

Mange: A Parasitic Threat to Livestock Health in Africa

Mange is a skin disease caused by parasitic mites that affects livestock and other animals across Africa. It leads to severe itching, hair loss, and skin damage, resulting in decreased productivity, weight loss, and even death if left untreated

Anthrax: A Deadly Threat to Livestock and Farmers in Africa

Anthrax is a highly infectious and lethal disease that affects both livestock and humans. Caused by the bacterium Bacillus anthracis, anthrax primarily targets herbivorous animals such as cattle, sheep, goats, and horses.

Foot and Mouth Disease: A Persistent Threat to Livestock Farmers in Africa

Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) is one of the most contagious and economically devastating diseases affecting livestock across Africa. This viral disease attacks cloven-hoofed animals such as cattle, sheep, goats, and pigs, causing severe losses in productivity, animal health, and farm incomes. For African farmers, the outbreak of FMD can lead to drastic consequences, from […]