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volume 47 issue 1 (february 2013) : 1-9

ROLE OF GOATS IN FOOD SECURITY, POVERTY ALLEVIATION AND PROSPERITY WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA : A REVIEW

J
J.W. Ngambi
O
O.J. Alabi
D
D. Norris
1Department of Agricultural Economics and Animal Production, University of Limpopo, Private Bag X1106, Sovenga, 072, South Africa

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Cite article:- Ngambi J.W., Alabi O.J., Norris D. (2025). ROLE OF GOATS IN FOOD SECURITY, POVERTY ALLEVIATION AND PROSPERITY WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA : A REVIEW. Indian Journal of Animal Research. 47(1): 1-9. doi: .

ABSTRACT

The paper focuses on the potential for goats to reduce poverty in Sub-Saharan Africa. It offers information on the present status of goat populations and their productivity. The current systems of production are described. The social and economic roles played by goats in food security and income generation are considered. The potential of goats in food production is discussed in terms of productivity, economic importance and potential for increasing food production in Sub-Saharan Africa. The rising demand for animal products from increasingly wealthy urban elites also offers a tremendous opportunity for goat farmers to share in the growing wealth of urban centres.

REFERENCES

  1. Anteneh, A., Sandford, S. and Anteneh, B. (1998). Policy, finance and technology in livestock development in sub- Saharan Africa: Some critical issues. ILCA Bulletin 31:2-13.[ ILCA (International Livestock Centre for Africa)], Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
  2. Aziz, M.A. (2010). Present status of the world goat populations and their productivity. Lohmann Information 45(2): 42-52.
  3. Engh, I., StloukalL. and DeGuerny,L. (2000). HIV/AIDS in Namibia: The Impact on the Livestock Sector. FAO, Rome.
  4. FAO (2011). Online Statistical Database. Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), Rome.
  5. FARM-Africa (2004).Reaching the Poor: A Call to Action Investment in Smallholder Agriculture in Sub-Saharan Africa. FARM-Africa, London.
  6. ILCA (1980). Economic Trends: Small Ruminants. ILCA Bulletin 7. ILCA, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
  7. ILRI/ILAD (2001). Assessment of the diversity of sheep and goat generic resources of Sub-Saharan Africa. In: Search Research Database Project Record. NRE 9800 832633/003.
  8. Nori M., Taylor M. and Sensi A. (2008). Browsing on fences: pastoral land rights, livelihoods and adaptation ot climate change. HED Drylands Series #148, London. http//www.iied.org/pubs/display.php?o=12543IIED.
  9. Neumann C.G., Bwibo N.O., Murphy S.P., Sigman M., Whaley S., Allen L.H., Guthrie D., Weiss R.E. and Demment M.W. (2003). Animal source food improves dietary quality, micronutrient status, growth and cognitive function of Kenyan school children: Background, study, design and baseline findings. Supplement: Animal Source Foods to Improve Micronutrient Nutrition in Developing Countries. Journal of Nutrition 133:3941S-3949S
  10. Peacock, C.P. (1996). Improving Goat Production in the Tropics. .A Manual for Development Workers. FARM-Africa/ Oxfam, Oxford.
  11. Seré C. (2004). Raising livestock production in Africa. In: Implementing Action in Key Areas: Raising Agricultural Productivity, Assuring Food and Nutrition Security in Africa by 2020: Prioritizing Action, Strengthening Actors, and Facilitating Partnerships. April 1.3, 2004, Kampala, Uganda.
  12. Silanikove, N. (2000). The physiological basis of adaptation in goats to harsh environment. Small Ruminant Res. 35: 181-193.
  13. Silanikove, N., Gilbao, A., Nitsan, Z and Perevolotsky, A. (1997).Effect of foliage-tannins on feeding in goats. Options Mediterraneennes 34: 43-45.
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    volume 47 issue 1 (february 2013) : 1-9

    ROLE OF GOATS IN FOOD SECURITY, POVERTY ALLEVIATION AND PROSPERITY WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA : A REVIEW

    J
    J.W. Ngambi
    O
    O.J. Alabi
    D
    D. Norris
    1Department of Agricultural Economics and Animal Production, University of Limpopo, Private Bag X1106, Sovenga, 072, South Africa

    • Submitted|

    • First Online |

    • doi

    Cite article:- Ngambi J.W., Alabi O.J., Norris D. (2025). ROLE OF GOATS IN FOOD SECURITY, POVERTY ALLEVIATION AND PROSPERITY WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA : A REVIEW. Indian Journal of Animal Research. 47(1): 1-9. doi: .

    ABSTRACT

    The paper focuses on the potential for goats to reduce poverty in Sub-Saharan Africa. It offers information on the present status of goat populations and their productivity. The current systems of production are described. The social and economic roles played by goats in food security and income generation are considered. The potential of goats in food production is discussed in terms of productivity, economic importance and potential for increasing food production in Sub-Saharan Africa. The rising demand for animal products from increasingly wealthy urban elites also offers a tremendous opportunity for goat farmers to share in the growing wealth of urban centres.

    REFERENCES

    1. Anteneh, A., Sandford, S. and Anteneh, B. (1998). Policy, finance and technology in livestock development in sub- Saharan Africa: Some critical issues. ILCA Bulletin 31:2-13.[ ILCA (International Livestock Centre for Africa)], Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
    2. Aziz, M.A. (2010). Present status of the world goat populations and their productivity. Lohmann Information 45(2): 42-52.
    3. Engh, I., StloukalL. and DeGuerny,L. (2000). HIV/AIDS in Namibia: The Impact on the Livestock Sector. FAO, Rome.
    4. FAO (2011). Online Statistical Database. Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), Rome.
    5. FARM-Africa (2004).Reaching the Poor: A Call to Action Investment in Smallholder Agriculture in Sub-Saharan Africa. FARM-Africa, London.
    6. ILCA (1980). Economic Trends: Small Ruminants. ILCA Bulletin 7. ILCA, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
    7. ILRI/ILAD (2001). Assessment of the diversity of sheep and goat generic resources of Sub-Saharan Africa. In: Search Research Database Project Record. NRE 9800 832633/003.
    8. Nori M., Taylor M. and Sensi A. (2008). Browsing on fences: pastoral land rights, livelihoods and adaptation ot climate change. HED Drylands Series #148, London. http//www.iied.org/pubs/display.php?o=12543IIED.
    9. Neumann C.G., Bwibo N.O., Murphy S.P., Sigman M., Whaley S., Allen L.H., Guthrie D., Weiss R.E. and Demment M.W. (2003). Animal source food improves dietary quality, micronutrient status, growth and cognitive function of Kenyan school children: Background, study, design and baseline findings. Supplement: Animal Source Foods to Improve Micronutrient Nutrition in Developing Countries. Journal of Nutrition 133:3941S-3949S
    10. Peacock, C.P. (1996). Improving Goat Production in the Tropics. .A Manual for Development Workers. FARM-Africa/ Oxfam, Oxford.
    11. Seré C. (2004). Raising livestock production in Africa. In: Implementing Action in Key Areas: Raising Agricultural Productivity, Assuring Food and Nutrition Security in Africa by 2020: Prioritizing Action, Strengthening Actors, and Facilitating Partnerships. April 1.3, 2004, Kampala, Uganda.
    12. Silanikove, N. (2000). The physiological basis of adaptation in goats to harsh environment. Small Ruminant Res. 35: 181-193.
    13. Silanikove, N., Gilbao, A., Nitsan, Z and Perevolotsky, A. (1997).Effect of foliage-tannins on feeding in goats. Options Mediterraneennes 34: 43-45.
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