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- Breeds of Cattle
Breeds
Locations
White Fulani
Kano, Katsina, Sokoto, Lagos, Middle belt Zones
Wadara
Borno
Rahaji
Borno
Azawak
North-west Borgu, North and west of Sokoto
Kuri
Yobe Valley
Muturu
South-Eastern Borno, Michika-Mubi of Adamawa, Cross River, Makurdi ...
- Breeding of rabbit
Breeding system
§ Proper age for the first mating depends on the breed, sex and individual development.
§ For small breeds it is 4-5 months, large breeds ...
- Brooding in duckBrooding of Ducklings • Brooding period: From day-old to 4–5 weeks of age, depending on weather conditions. • Temperature: o Start at 32–35°C in the first week. o Reduce by 2.5–3°C per week until it matches ambient temperature (~25°C). • Use brooder guards in a circular shape to keep ducklings close to the heat source. • Heat sources: Charcoal stoves, gas brooders, infrared bulbs, or kerosene lanterns (ensure good ventilation to avoid fumes). • Provide light for 16–18 hours daily to encourage feeding and reduce piling. • Use dry and absorbent litter like wood shavings, straw, or rice husks (5–8 cm deep); change regularly to avoid wetness. • Ducklings are sensitive to wet litter, which can cause infections like footpad dermatitis. • Provide low, clean waterers to avoid drowning and wetting; shallow trays or nipple drinkers are ideal. • Feed a starter mash with 20–22% protein and adequate energy. • Introduce feed immediately using flat trays or newspapers for the first few days. • Provide vitamins (especially A, D, and E) in water to boost immunity. • Maintain good ventilation to reduce ammonia build-up and respiratory problems. • Ensure biosecurity: disinfect the brooding area before stocking, restrict visitor access, and isolate sick birds. • Ducklings tend to spill water, so it's important to regularly dry or replace wet litter Brooding in duck
Brooding of Ducklings
Brooding period: From day-old to 4–5 weeks of age, depending on weather conditions.
Temperature:
Start at 32–35°C in the first week.
Reduce by 2.5–3°C per ...