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Enhancing Smallholder Sheep Farmers' Livelihoods through Collective Marketing Interventions: Evidence from Mwanga District in Tanzania

S. Marijani, K.T. Kabuni, E.P. Maro & C. Mfugale · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2025

This study evaluated the effectiveness of collective marketing interventions in improving the livelihoods of smallholder sheep farmers in Mwanga district, Tanzania, addressing a significant research gap in the literature on collective marketing within this specific context. While...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajravs/2025/v8i2339

Impact of Temperature Change and Diet on the Growth Performance of Broiler in Thermally Controlled Environment

T. O. Tehinse, F. R. Falayi, T. O. Aduewa & G. S. Omotoso · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2025

Broiler chicken strains are delicate to heat stress primarily because of no sweat glands. During extreme weather condition, it is important to balance the heat in the poultry house by determining required ventilation rate and needs for supplemental heat. An experiment was carried...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajravs/2025/v8i2337

Response of Finisher Broilers to Graded Levels of Ash Treated African Locust Bean (Parkia biglobosa) Hull Meal

Yisah, L. Jatto, Joseph M. Adinoyi, Agbana J. Abayomi, Eboh Sule, Adebayo O. Modupe, Alimi Abdullahi. A, Abisoye Faith. O, Aliyu A. Kolawole, Ahmed T. Salihu, Muhammed B.Yusuf, Onuche Joshua, Fanwo R. Ruth, Oricha M. Itopa, Ete O. Adebayo, Aina E. Temitayo, Amedu Godwin, Emmanuel S. O, Inda Nuhu, Madamori Johnson, Kayode Victoria, Muhammed Abdulmalik, Idu-Momoh I. Lilian & Muhammed, A. Ohunene · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2025

Aims: This study investigated the effects of feeding Ash-treated African locust beans hull meal partially replacing palm kernel meal on growth performance, haematology, morphometric traits, thermo regulatory indices, Carcass and gut organs of broiler chicken. Place and Duration o...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajravs/2025/v8i2336

The Assessment of Body Condition in High-Yielding Holstein-Friesian Cows as a Diagnostic Tool for Detecting Energy Metabolism Disorder

Goran Stojanović, Zvonko Zlatanović & Jovan Ćirić · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2025

The body condition of dairy cows is a key indicator of their energy status, especially during the peripartum period when intense mobilization of body reserves occurs. An inadequate energy balance during this period can lead to metabolic disorders, which negatively affect the heal...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajravs/2025/v8i1335

An Assessment of the Carcass Composition and Meat Quality of Boran Crossbred Cattle Finished Using Different Strategies

E. P. Maro, G.H. Laswai, A.Z. Sangeda & I. S. Selemani · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2025

A study was performed to evaluate the effects of finishing practices and slaughter periods on carcass composition and quality of meat from Boran crossbred bulls. Fifty-four (54) bulls aged 2.5 - 3 years with initial body weight of 205 ± 1.89 kg were allocated to three finishing p...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajravs/2025/v8i1334

Evaluation of Artificial Insemination Services Provided through Africa Asia Dairy Genetic Gain Programme in Regions of Tanzania: Demographic Details and Herd Reproductive Performance

K.T. Kabuni, E.V.G. Komba, A.C. Chota, D.M. Komwihangilo, G. Msuta, D.F. Masao, E. Lyatuu, N. Kelya, R. Mrode, D.B. Bura, R. Laven, T.J. Parkinson & A. Peters · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2025

The Africa Asia Dairy Genetics Gain (AADGG) program has been supporting smallholder farmers in Tanzania's key dairy regions—Kilimanjaro, Arusha, and Tanga—by providing long-term breeding services. This evaluation comprises a two-part study; the first part focuses on herd composit...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajravs/2025/v8i1332

Effect of Mechanical Water Filtration Techniques on the Epidemiological and Zootechnical Characteristics of Clarias gariepinus (Burchell, 1822) Farming

Fonkwa Georges, Kpoumie Nsangou Amidou, Makombu Judith Georgette, Eyengue Penda Josue Pierre, Tomedi Eyango Minette & Tchoumboue · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2025

Background: Mechanical filtration of aquaculture water is an alternative to chemical products used to combat fish infections. Aim: This study aimed to evaluate the effect of mechanical water filtration techniques on the epidemiological and zootechnical characteristics (EZC) of Cl...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajravs/2025/v8i1333

Prevalence and Occurrence of Various Canine Tick Species in Roma Valley, Lesotho

Posane Sylvester Lebata & Neo David Lebofa · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2025

Ticks are ectoparasites that act as vectors for transmission of various pathogens to wild and domesticated animals and pose a serious threat to human health.  The study aimed to determine the common tick species infesting canines in six villages within the Roma Valley. A cross-se...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajravs/2025/v8i1331

Assessment of Artificial Insemination on Smallholder Dairy Farmers’ Livelihoods in Muheza District of the Tanga Region in Tanzania

M.P. Mpira & K.T. Kabuni · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2025

This study investigated artificial insemination (AI)'s impact on Tanzanian smallholder dairy farmers' livelihoods. 116 farmers in Muheza district were surveyed using a cross-sectional design.  Data analysis employed a Probit model and Propensity Score Matching (PSM) to account fo...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajravs/2025/v8i1330

Effect of Using Different Estrus Synchronization Protocols on Reproductive Performance in Merino Ewes

Posane Sylvester Lebata, Philip Makama Dawuda & Setsumi Molapo · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2025

Sheep production system in Lesotho is based on natural mating hence reproduction performance of these sheep falls below the expected lamb crop per year. The study was carried out to evaluate the comparative effectiveness of four different synchronization protocols on the reproduc...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajravs/2025/v8i1329

Prevalence and Antibiotic Resistance of Salmonella in Broiler Meat from Rupandehi, Nepal

Asmita Lamsal, Shah Masood Khan, Anwar Zaib Khan, Zameel Saleem, Ganga Prasad Yadav, Amar Nath Chaudhary & Suman Kumar Singh · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2025

Salmonella is recognized as a significant foodborne pathogen responsible for causing severe infection. It is one of the main causes of huge economic losses due to mortality and decreased production in poultry sector throughout world. This study was conducted to determine the prev...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajravs/2025/v8i1328

Evaluating the Impact of Abattoir Waste as an Alternative Protein Source on Broiler Meat Quality

Omotolani Sarah Fabayo & Patience, O. Fakolade · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2024

Quality characteristics of muscle foods are influenced by muscle appearance, color, texture, juiciness, mouth feel characteristics and tenderness. These quality parameters depend on many predetermining factors affecting the live animal before being converted from muscle to meat....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajravs/2024/v7i4327

Antiviral Efficacy of Neem, Garlic, and Ginger Extracts on Newcastle Disease Virus in Poultry: Impact of Concentration and Heat Treatment

Mohammad Mahbub Hasan & Abdul Ahad · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2024

Aims: Newcastle disease virus (NDV) is a paramyxovirus that causes significant mortality rates in poultry, often known as Newcastle disease or Ranikhet. This virus has the potential to inflict serious economic losses on farmers. As there is no effective therapy for NDV infection,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajravs/2024/v7i4326

Non-genetic Factors Influence Birth Weight of Friesian and Friesian x Fipa Cattle Calves in One Highland Farm of Tanzania

Lokoo C Mwaipopo, Charles H Mpemba, Edwin P. Chang’a, Fadhili S. Guni, Gryson K Mutabazi & Marco E. Mng’ong’o · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2024

Calving records were extracted from record books at TALIRI Uyole farm from 2013 - 2022, to study and determine the influence of breed, sex, season of birth, and year of birth on weight at birth of pure Friesian and its crosses (F1 Friesian x Fipa and 75% Friesian x Fipa) calves w...

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