Husbandry and Productivity of Red Maasai Sheep in Arumeru and Monduli Districts in Tanzania
Edwin P. Chang'a,
George Kifaro
Abstract:This study was undertaken to describe the husbandry practices and productivity of the Red Maasai sheep in Arumeru and Moduli districts in Tanzania. Sixty three farmers from each of the two districts were interviewed. Data were analysed using SPSS computer package. All farmers (100%) practice an extensive production system where sheep graze together with cattle and goats. The majority (61.9%) of the farmers use communal land to graze their animals, and children are the main source (69.0%) of labour. Almost half… Show more
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