Impact of improved indigenous chicken breeds on productivity. The case of smallholder farmers in Makueni and Kakamega counties, Kenya

Kamau, Christopher Njuguna; Kabuage, Lucy W.; Bett, Eric K.

doi:10.1080/23311932.2018.1477231

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“…High demand and low growth rate were also highlighted as other important reasons why the flocks were small. Although there is no published data in Fiji, studies in other developing countries have shown that the demand for indigenous chickens exceeds supply [ 20 ]. Kamau et al [ 20 ] indicated that, despite their adaptability, indigenous chicken breeds are usually constrained by slow growth and maturity rate resulting in small flocks under free-range systems.…”

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“…Although there is no published data in Fiji, studies in other developing countries have shown that the demand for indigenous chickens exceeds supply [ 20 ]. Kamau et al [ 20 ] indicated that, despite their adaptability, indigenous chicken breeds are usually constrained by slow growth and maturity rate resulting in small flocks under free-range systems. Improvement of the growth performance of the indigenous chickens, therefore, remains crucial.…”

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Indigenous chicken production in Fiji Islands: knowledge, constraints and opportunities

2022

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Objective: The objective of the study was to understand and document socio-economic characteristics, production parameters, challenges and management practices used by Fijian households which keep indigenous chickens.Methods: A survey involving 200 households was carried out in coastal and inland communities of Fiji’s wet and semi-dry ecoregions. Data on the influence of ecoregion and location of households relative to the sea on management practices, challenges and productivity of indigenous chickens were analyzed using logistic regression and general linear model of SAS software.Results: Irrespective of location relative to the sea and ecoregion, households indicated that they kept indigenous chickens for food and income generation. The Welsummer was the most (p>0.05) preferred breed. Households in the semi-dry inland communities had the largest (p<0.05) flocks compared to those in semi-dry coastal communities and the wet region. Chickens in the semi-dry region performed better (p<0.05) than those in the wet region in terms of number of clutches per year and mature live weight. Predators and feed shortages were the biggest challenges faced by households in all areas. The mongoose was ranked as the most (p>0.05) common predator followed by domestic dogs. Most households in the wet ecoregion’s coastal communities housed their chickens at night, whereas communities in semi-dry ecoregion housed their chickens most of the time (p<0.05). In all regions, no households sold their chickens to commercial markets (p>0.05). Households in semi-dry ecoregion were more likely (p>0.05) to sell their chickens at the local market place.Conclusion: The productivity of local chickens in Fiji is low because of feed shortage, predators such as the mongoose and lack of market linkages.

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Indigenous chicken production in Fiji Islands: knowledge, constraints and opportunities

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“…Author(s) agree that this article remain permanently open access under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License 4.0 International License about 29 million (Padhi, 2016), of which 75% are indigenous chickens (Delabouglise et al, 2020). Kamau et al (2018) observed that 80% of the poultry production originates from smallholders with 7.1 and 9.4% of meat and egg products originating from indigenous chickens, respectively.…”

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“…The poultry enterprise has potential to promote economic growth in developing countries through employment, provision of income and sustenance of rural populations (Mwobobia et al, 2016). In Kenya, poultry production remains a key enterprise among smallholder farmers (Ayieko et al, 2015), with about 70% of the rural inhabitants deriving their livelihood from poultry production (Kamau et al, 2018). Further, the poultry enterprise has been identified as an exit strategy in addressing food scarcity among rural households (Milkias et al, 2019).…”

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“…In the Kenyan economy, poultry production breeds are well adapted to varied environmental conditions and remains essential among different customs since it promotes asset accumulation (Mbuza et al, 2017). Kamau et al (2018) illustrated that indigenous chickens are disease resistant, have ability to withstand feed fluctuation and are hardy. Additionally, the poultry enterprise is one of the cluster areas for value chain development in Kenya (Ayieko et al, 2015).…”

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Production of indigenous poultry among smallholder farmers in Tigania West Meru County, Kenya

Mathiu¹,

Ndirangu²,

Mwangi³

2021

Afr. J. Agric. Res.

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The study was conducted to evaluate factors that significantly influence indigenous poultry production among smallholder farmers in Tigania west Mer County using the production function approach. The study relied on primary data collected by administering structured questionnaires to 359 respondents randomly selected from 5 wards using the multi stage stratified random sampling and probability proportionate to size techniques. A cross sectional survey design and primary data on poultry yields, inputs and farmer demographics were collected. A one step Cobb Douglas production function in logarithmic form was used to estimate the frontier production. From the analyses, results showed that over 50% of the deviations in poultry output resulted from production constraints. Further, off farm income, technology adoption, flock size, extension access and gender of respondents positively influenced indigenous poultry production, while land under cultivation had a negative influence. Results revealed a possibility to increase indigenous poultry production using improved feeds and vaccinations since they were the most limiting resources. In addition, policy interventions aimed at enhancing technology adoption and improving provision of extension services would serve as a motivation to persuade farmers increase stock and apportion more credits to poultry production. This would increase output leading to economies of scale thus increased returns among smallholder farmers.

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Integrating climate change, food safety, nutrition, and health outcomes in food systems policies and programs in Africa

Assoua,

Bomdzele,

Omosehin

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World Food Policy

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Integrating climate change, food safety, nutrition, and health outcomes in food systems policies and programs is crucial for addressing the multifaceted challenges African countries encounter. Climate change significantly impacts food production, food safety, and the provision of nutritious and healthy diets. Existing interventionist policies in Africa have not taken a comprehensive approach to addressing the bidirectional relationships among climate change, food safety, nutrition, and health outcomes. This hinders the formulation of comprehensive policies and programs that effectively address these interconnected issues. Also, limited evidence supports understanding the interplay among climate change, food safety, nutrition, and health outcomes within the African context. Thus, the study explores the pathways of interlinkages and complementarities among these factors and identifies the barriers to their effective implementation. In achieving its objective, this study adopts a food systems approach to examine the interrelaionships among climate change, food safety, nutrition, and health programs and policies. The study uses a comprehensive analysis of existing literature and empirical data to better understand these interrelationships within the food system. By identifying the interdependencies, the study is relevant for the development of integrative policies and programs that address these interconnected issues.Á

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Impact of improved indigenous chicken breeds on productivity. The case of smallholder farmers in Makueni and Kakamega counties, Kenya

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Indigenous chicken production in Fiji Islands: knowledge, constraints and opportunities

Indigenous chicken production in Fiji Islands: knowledge, constraints and opportunities

Production of indigenous poultry among smallholder farmers in Tigania West Meru County, Kenya

Integrating climate change, food safety, nutrition, and health outcomes in food systems policies and programs in Africa

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