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Performance Characteristics of Pigeons (Columba Livia Domestica) Reared Under Deep Litter System in Ghana
Abstract: This study was conducted to assess the performance characteristics of the domestic pigeon reared under deep litter system in Ghana. For performance traits measurement, fifty (50) local pigeons were raised intensively over a period of five (5) months. In all, 25 males and 25 females were used. The birds were housed for five months in a deep litter house using the intensive system. Broiler diet was used to feed pigeons …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 19–28 Read article
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Characterization of Pigeon (columba livia domestica) Production Systems and Marketing in Northern Ghana
Abstract: This study aimed at assessing the social characteristics of pigeon farmers, production systems and marketing in northern Ghana. A total of 90 pigeon breeders were selected for the study, with 10 farmers chosen from each of the nine districts, employing the snowball sampling technique. Respondents were surveyed using a structured questionnaire that addressed the social attributes of pigeon farmers, their practices in managing pigeons, and aspects related to pigeon production. …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 35–42 Read article