Exploring the Management Practices of Black Bengal Goat Husbandry in Jhenaidah District of Bangladesh
Exploring the Management Practices of Black Bengal Goat Husbandry in Jhenaidah District of Bangladesh
Kazi Abdus Sobur1*, Shabuj Kumar Pal2, Md. Abdur Rahim3 and Palash Bose1
ABSTRACT
The Black Bengal goat is only indigenous goat breed in Bangladesh, renowned for its premium-quality meat and leather. The study aimed to gather information on the existing management systems of Black Bengal goat rearing in the Jhenaidah district of Bangladesh. A survey was conducted among 90 goat owners, with data collected on their management practices, treatments, and breeding methods. The majority of respondents (77.8%) identified agriculture as their primary occupation. Most farmers provided green grass, tree leaves, and a minimum amount of concentrate feed such as maize, gram, and wheat bran. Goats were allowed to graze on fallow land and around households during the day and were housed at night. Semi-intensive rearing was the predominant system. Around 73.3% of owners did not vaccinate their goats. Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR) was reported as the major disease, affecting approximately 72.2% of the population. Natural service at buck stations was the common breeding practice in the study area. The findings highlight a significant need for improved vaccine availability and vaccination practices to combat PPR. Additionally, enhanced husbandry practices and the development of a breeding policy are essential to optimize the production of quality meat and skin.
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