Fish farming in Uganda gained momentum in 1953 in the central region, as a tool for reducing incidences in kwashiorkor in this region by providing rural households with the option of cheap, accessible protein. The main types of fish reared in Uganda are: African CatfishNile TilapiaMirror CarpSingida Tilapia Fish farming in Uganda is carried out in fish ponds, … [Read more...] about Fish Farming Equipment: The Only Guide You Will Need
Top 10 Challenges facing Farmers in Africa in 2021
Farmers in Africa continue to face various challenges that affect the productivity of their farms and put huge dents in their pockets. Below are the top 10 challenges facing farmers in Africa in 2021. 10. Farm Size The increasing population in Africa has continued to put pressure on existing arable land. As families grow in size, they are forced to subdivide their … [Read more...] about Top 10 Challenges facing Farmers in Africa in 2021
Buying Livestock in Ethiopia – The Only Guide You Need!
Ethiopia is believed to have the largest livestock population in Africa. Income from livestock ranges from 37% to 87% of total income, depending on the different parts of the country. For example, the income from livestock in pastoral areas of Ethiopia is much higher than in other regions. Interestingly, selling of livestock is primarily to generate income. Individuals who do … [Read more...] about Buying Livestock in Ethiopia – The Only Guide You Need!
Buying Livestock in Ghana – Here is the best price guide you can get!
Rearing livestock in Ghana is an important activity, as it contributes towards meeting domestic food needs as well and giving farmers a steady income. In Ghana, many farmers are turning to commercial livestock farming, due to the high demand from the domestic market. Many rural households, however, keep livestock for domestic use, only occasionally selling animals when the need … [Read more...] about Buying Livestock in Ghana – Here is the best price guide you can get!
Buying Livestock in Nigeria? Check out this price guide!
With the increase in population in the country of Nigeria, as well as insecurity and insurgency in some areas, the demand for livestock (cows, sheep, and goats) has gone up. Below is a quick guide to buying livestock in Nigeria. Cows The breeds of cows found in Nigeria include: NaimaRed BororoMuturuSokoto GudaliWhite Fulani Where are the most popular cattle markets … [Read more...] about Buying Livestock in Nigeria? Check out this price guide!