Typology of cattle livestock production systems in cöte d’ivoire

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International Journal of Development Research

Typology of cattle livestock production systems in cöte d’ivoire

Abstract: 

This study aimed to achieve typology of cattle production system related to social and structural characteristics. It was conducted in the two main breeding regions (central and northern) of Côte d’Ivoire; in 5 five departments of the central region and 7 departments in the northern region. A total of 1,041 farmers were interviewed; 599 farmers in the central region and 442 in the northern region. The results showed that cattle livestock production practices are closely linked to the social, lifestyle and skills of farmers. These practices are also related to the environment in which the animals are raised. Two major cattle livestock production systems were identified. The first is practiced by farmers from the northern region and those of two departments (Dabakala and Katiola) of the central region of Côte d’Ivoire. Farms from this system are real rural businesses generally refer satisfactory dividends to farmers. The second production system is practiced by farmers from the Central region (Bouake Béoumi and Sakassou). Farmers estimate that revenues of livestock products are not important and do not bring satisfaction.

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