Ruminants

This article will give you a basic knowledge of what ruminant animals are, and the role they play in the livestock sector. Some common terminologies used in describing cattle, sheep,… Read More »Introduction to Ruminant Animals

Often times, ruminant animal farmers ask: for how long can the concentrates to be fed to my ruminant animals be stored before it becomes unfit… Read More »How Long to Store Concentrates Before Feeding to Ruminant Animals

Animal rearing is an age-long activity that man carries out basically for food and the production of raw materials for agro-industries. Meat or flesh, milk,… Read More »General Features of Ruminant Animals

The performance and utilization of plant materials by ruminant animals for production function is related to the efficiency of their gastrointestinal tract. The handling of food materials… Read More »Digestive Anatomy of Ruminants

Each group of animals exhibits characteristic features that make them stand out or easily identifiable. These characteristics are usually inherited and hence could be said… Read More »The Different Breeds of Cattle

In the tropics, sheep and goats have characteristic features that make them survive in the environment. These features make these animals develop a kind of tolerance to the peculiarities (difficulties)… Read More »The Different Breeds of Sheep and Goats

The success of any farm animal production lies in the ability to reproduce good quality traits which form the basis for selection and breeding to achieve the objectives… Read More »Management of Breeding Stock in Cattle

Effective production of sheep and goats for either meat hides skin, or milk is affected by the occurrence of desirable traits in the breeding stock… Read More »Management of Breeding Stock in Sheep and Goats

Housing is an integral part of management, hence it is of great importance in cattle production. Housing must be well planned with adequate ventilation and… Read More »Guide to Housing In Cattle Production

In sheep and goat production, housing type depends on the system of production. The housing need for ruminants or any farm animal is established as… Read More »Housing in Sheep and Goat Production

A parasite is a living organism that depends upon a living host for survival. It lives either inside or outside the host and thereby causes… Read More »Internal Parasites of Ruminants and the Control Measures

Health care is the management of the well-being of animals to ensure normal metabolic and physiological processes in their system. Any situation where by an… Read More »Diseases of Ruminants and Their Preventive Measures

Feed is an important component of livestock production. The feed and feeding practices employed in farm animal production are one of the determining factors for… Read More »Feeding Materials for Ruminant Animals

All animals have dietary nutrient levels at which they exhibit optimal performance either for production or maintenance. This is what is referred to as the… Read More »Nutrient Requirements and Feeding of Ruminants

For easy production of ruminants or any farm animal certain equipment has been designed and used to facilitate management operation. In ruminant animals, this equipment… Read More »Equipment and Management Practices in Ruminant Production

Well ideally, before they are weaned, young ruminant animals are supposed to be given enough milk by the mother. After weaning, when they are to… Read More »Best Feeds for Young and Adult Ruminant Animals

Ruminant farmers most times try to find out the recommended place where they can source their feeds. Well as for forages, they are readily available… Read More »Where to Source Ruminant Feeds

Ruminant animals like beef cattle and sheep are often raised on marginal lands that provide a highly variable feed supply and are prone to drought… Read More »Can Ruminant Animals be Starved? Find out

Ruminant animals are usually allowed to graze between 10am and 6pm. This would have served them for the day. However, if feeds are served them… Read More »How Often Ruminant Animals should be Fed

The best way to control ruminants from destroying grasses where they graze is to do what is called rotational grazing. If you have a fenced… Read More »Importance of Using Rotational Grazing Method for Ruminant Animals

The ideal time to take them out for grazing is the early hours of the morning preferably any time after 10.00am. This is because it… Read More »The Ideal Time to Take Ruminants out for Grazing

Most times, ruminant farmers will always want to find out which is better between allowing the ruminant animals to graze on their own and providing… Read More »Grazing or Indoor Feeding: Best Method of Feeding Ruminant Animals

In order to get the most out of livestock you must always give animals enough good feed and clean water. Good feed is high in… Read More »The Best Feed for Ruminant Animals

The average lactation period for a dairy goat is 290-305 days. The full sized breeds can produce 6-8 pounds or 3 to 4 quarts of… Read More »Goat Milk Production Complete Guide

Cows only produce cow milk after they have given birth, and dairy cows must give birth to one calf per year in order to continue… Read More »Cow Milk Production Complete Guide

If you are looking to raise dairy sheep for milk then you are also probably interested in the topic of sheep milk production. You have… Read More »Sheep Milk Production Complete Guide

How often should the ruminant pen be cleaned? This is a question of hygiene which is very paramount to the health and general welfare of… Read More »How Often to Clean a Ruminant Pen

In agriculture, ruminants grazing is a method of animal husbandry whereby domestic livestock are used to convert grass and other forage into meat, milk, wool… Read More »Ruminants Grazing Techniques and Suitable Methods

In case you like to know more about what is known as a sick bay, then here is an explanation for you. Among ruminants and… Read More »Importance of a Sick Bay in a Ruminant House

Biosecurity refers to strategies and management practices that lessen biological risk. On a ruminant farm, attention to biosecurity is the most important measure to reduce… Read More »Security and Biosecurity Measures in a Ruminant Farm

For ruminant animals raised for fattening purposes, how many animals is recommended for a housing unit? This largely depends on the dimension of your housing… Read More »Best Number of Ruminant Animals per Housing Unit for Fattening

Sometimes, ruminant farmers ask: is it advisable for Cattle, Sheep and Goat to be kept in the same housing unit? Well, for better management, keeping… Read More »Stocking Management for Ruminant Animals

The main purpose of livestock production including ruminant animals is to convert the energy in feed into products that can be utilized by human beings,… Read More »Recommended Housing Design for Ruminant Animals

As a ruminant farmer, am sure you will like to have an idea of the space you will need to embark on ruminant farming. Well,… Read More »The Space Required to Embark on Ruminant Farming

The distance of a ruminant farm from residential areas depends largely on the type of ruminant being raised and the size of the farm. Sheep… Read More »Ideal Distance between a Ruminant Farm and Residential Areas

The issue of how to prevent flies on a ruminant farm has always been a very big challenge to most ruminant farmers because flies do… Read More »How to Prevent Flies on a Ruminant Farm

Let us discuss how you can handle the introduction of new ruminant animals into your ruminant farm. Adding new ruminants to existing herds poses a… Read More »How to Introduce New Ruminant Animals to your Farm

There are many records that you have to keep on your ruminant farm among which include; date records which will show the date the animals… Read More »The Important Records to keep on your Ruminant Farm

Understanding the different livestock (ruminants) management systems is the first step to develop a good strategy. Management systems have a direct impact on production and… Read More »Best Method of Raising Ruminants: Intensive or Extensive

How do I know when my ruminant animals are on heat? This has been a question commonly asked by ruminant farmers. Well there are some… Read More »Signs of Ruminant Animals on Heat

Heat or oestrus in ruminant animals is the period when the female will accept the male and mate. There are signs which mark oestrus in… Read More »The Age when Different Ruminant Animals get to Heat

Some farmers always ask me; How many ruminant animals do you recommend that I start my farm with? Well, the number of ruminant animals you… Read More »Best Quantity of Ruminant Animals to Start Your Farm

There are certain factors to consider when purchasing ruminant animals and below are some of the things you should look out for in a ruminant… Read More »Factors to Consider when Purchasing Ruminant Animals

Scrapie in sheep and goats, scientifically known as Ovis aries and Capra aegagrus hircus respectively, is a disease that affects the nervous system of these… Read More »Scrapie in Sheep and Goats: Description, Damages Caused, Control and Preventive Measures

Bovine Viral Diarrhea (BVD), scientifically known as Pestivirus Bovis, is a contagious viral infection that affects cattle worldwide. This disease primarily targets the respiratory and… Read More »Bovine Viral Diarrhea (BVD): Description, Damages Caused, Control and Preventive Measures

Bluetongue disease, scientifically known as “Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease” (EHD), is a viral illness that affects ruminant animals like sheep, cattle, and deer. This disease is… Read More »Bluetongue Disease: Description, Damages Caused, Control and Preventive Measures

Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD), scientifically known as Aphthae epizooticae, is a highly contagious viral infection that affects cloven-hoofed animals such as cows, pigs, sheep, and deer.… Read More »Foot-and-mouth Disease (FMD): Description, Damages Caused, Control and Preventive Measures

Actinomycosis, also known as lumpy jaw, is a type of bacterial infection caused by Actinomyces bacteria, these bacteria are commonly found in the mouth, throat,… Read More »Actinomycosis (lumpy jaw): Description, Damages Caused, Control and Preventive Measures

Anthrax, scientifically known as Bacillus anthracis, is a type of bacteria that can cause a serious disease in humans and animals. These bacteria form spores,… Read More »Anthrax: Description, Damages Caused, Control and Preventive Measures

Tuberculosis (Mycobacterium bovis) is a type of bacterial infection that affects animals and, in some cases, humans. The scientific name for this disease is Mycobacterium… Read More »Tuberculosis (Mycobacterium bovis): Description, Damages Caused, Control and Preventive Measures

Brucellosis, scientifically known as Brucella infection, is a bacterial disease that can affect animals and humans. The bacteria responsible for this condition belong to the… Read More »Brucellosis: Description, Damages Caused, Control and Preventive Measures

When some ruminant farmers ask if I can advice their buying a pregnant cow, well I won’t really say is such a bad idea because… Read More »Risks in Purchasing a Pregnant Cow

Ruminant Farmers always ask, at what age is best to buy ruminants one intends to raise? Well the best time to buy them is usually… Read More »Best Age to Buy Ruminants for Raising

Regarding the reproductive rate of sheep and goat, as a ruminant farmer or an intending ruminant farmer, you need to be well aware of the… Read More »The Reproductive Rate of Sheep and Goat

Cow’s milk is a nutritious beverage that comes from cows. It is a popular and widely consumed drink around the world. People have been drinking… Read More »Cow’s Milk: Economic Benefits and Uses

With regards to the reproductive rate of cattle, as a ruminant farmer or an intending ruminant farmer, you need to be well aware of the… Read More »The Reproductive Rate of Cattle

Cattle meat, commonly known as beef, holds a significant place in the world of culinary delights. Derived from domesticated cattle, such as cows and bulls,… Read More »Economic Importance and Uses of Cattle Meat

Goats are amazing animals, they have soft fur and come in many colors like white, brown, and black. Goats are friendly and like to play… Read More »The Appearance and Features of Goats

The Jersey cow is a remarkable breed known for its distinctive appearance and valuable contributions to the dairy industry. These cows are characterized by their… Read More »Jersey Cow: Grooming and Care Guide

Highland cows are a unique and fascinating breed known for their distinctive appearance and gentle nature. These hardy cattle originate from the rugged Highlands of… Read More »The History and Origin of Highland Cows

Almost all the milk processing methods for milk have the common objective of extending its storage or shelf life. Therefore, processing results in the conversion… Read More »Milk Processing and Storage Methods

Let’s explore the critical aspects of milk quality, shedding light on the factors that ensure we enjoy a wholesome and nutritious dairy experience. In developed… Read More »Understanding Milk Quality and Quality Characteristics of Milk

Embracing the intricacies of milk production and its composition allows us to savor not just a beverage but a nutrient-rich elixir that has sustained humanity… Read More »Guide to Milk Production, Composition, and Nutritional Value of Milk

Goats milk can be increased through carrying out the proper routine farm management practices in your farm, milk your goats every 12 hours on a… Read More »Guide On How To Increase Goats Milk

In the tropics indeed else where it is not common practice sheep and goat housing in special buildings as this is of little practical value… Read More »Sheep and Goat Housing Complete Guide

Poor nutrition is one of the major factors limiting the productivity of indigenous ruminants like sheep and goats. In order to develop a viable ruminants… Read More »Complete Guide on Sheep and Goats Production

Small ruminants (sheep and goats) are a major source of livelihood in many areas of Nigeria. Unlike cattle, they are owned even by poorer sectors… Read More »Small Ruminants: Sheep and Goats Classification

This article gives you a basic knowledge of what Ruminant Animals are, and the role they play in the livestock sector. Some common terminologies use… Read More »Introduction to Ruminant Animals Production

Goats, often called the “unsung heroes” of agriculture, are remarkable animals with a rich history of companionship with humans. These four-legged marvels are known for… Read More »Goats Farming Complete Practical Guide

The ruminant animals have a digestive system that is quite different from the monogatstrict animals. In fact the nature of the ruminant digestion process from… Read More »Ruminant Animals: A Comprehensive Guide

Castration is an important management practice for sheep and goat farmers to maintain control of their breeding programs and successfully carry out breed improvement. Castration… Read More »Methods of Castration in Sheep and Goat

Fattening/Finishing involves intensive feeding of sheep and goats to slaughter weight with an adequate finish (fat deposit) in feedlots. This targets the local market that… Read More »Fattening of Sheep and Goats Guide

In the production guide of sheep, careful management of the pregnant, parturient, and lactating ewes will have a marked influence on the percentage of lambs… Read More »Sheep Production Guide