Potentialities of Dairy Production of Local Cattle Raised In Rural Environment In Northern Ivory Coast
Journal Title: Global Journal of Animal Scientific Research - Year 2014, Vol 2, Issue 3
Abstract
Despite significant investment made by Ivorian authorities to develop livestock production since the independence, the local production is dependant to the external production. This study aims to underline the real dairy performances of local cattle breeds (N’Dama, Méré and Métis) raised in rural conditions. The designation ‘‘Métis’’ has been given to animals recognized as crossbred, but of unknown parents. Three parameters (Milk production, Duration of lactation and Calving interval) was studied in six rural localities of the northern region of Ivory Coast. The results showed that milk quantity produced by Métis cattle, 262±77 kg were significantly higher than those of the two other cattle. Méré cattle with 223.3±64 of milk, was significantly different from N’Dama breed (193.53±46.76 kg). Quantity of milk produced and duration of lactation were significantly influenced by genetic type (N’Dama, Méré, Métis), age, calving season. But it was not the same case for calving interval. Inadequate natural and technical environment affect the genetic potential of local breeds expression. Adequate management conditions could substantially enhance the dairy performances of local cattle.
Authors and Affiliations
Zakpa L. Gbodjo , Didier P. Sokouri , Sery Gonedele Bi , Kouamé E. N’Goran , Inza J. Fofana , Brahima Soro , Assanvo S. P. N’Guetta
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