Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
8986741 Small Ruminant Research 2005 8 Pages PDF
Abstract
The paper focuses on the potential for goats to reduce poverty in Africa. 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 and constraints to pro-poor goat development in Africa are assessed. Good practice in farmer participation, development of farmer organizations, service provision, credit, insurance and marketing are suggested. The key roles of political and cultural biases in constraining goat development are identified. Finally, the impact of HIV/AIDS and women and children's rights are also highlighted.
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