scholarly journals Smallholders’ perceptions of policies for preserving the traditional Ongole cattle breed of Indonesia

2020 ◽  
pp. 003072702098358
Author(s):  
Eko Nugroho ◽  
Simon J Oosting ◽  
Rico Ihle ◽  
Wim JM Heijman
Keyword(s):  
Smallholder Farmers ◽  
Cattle Breed ◽  
Target Group ◽  
Agricultural Policies ◽  
Beef Production ◽  
Policy Success ◽  
Policy Awareness ◽  
Selection Programme ◽  
Genetic Potential ◽  
Participation Level

Agricultural policies can only be effective if intended beneficiaries are sufficiently aware of them. This basic condition for policy success is substantially challenged by smallholder farmers’ lack of awareness of existing support schemes. We studied the perceptions of 600 farmers of preservation policies for the traditional Indonesian Ongole cattle breed. We measured farmers’ knowledge of existing policies, their perceived ease of participation, their participation level and their satisfaction with the benefits obtained. We found that the target group has little awareness of existing policies. Policy awareness increases with education, the less remote the farm is, and with increasing specialization in cattle farming. We recommend therefore that policymakers should simplify and redesign existing policy schemes to create one coordinated policy. The various support schemes currently implemented should be combined in this policy and it should be presented in such a way that is easily understood by farmers. Incentives for Ongole breeders should be tailored, the establishment of farmers groups facilitated, and a breeding and selection programme initiated to improve the genetic potential of Ongole for domestic beef production.

CRC 'Regional Combinations' project — effects of genetics and growth paths on beef production and meat quality: experimental design, methods and measurements.

2005 ◽  
Vol 45 (8) ◽  
pp. 959 ◽  
Author(s):  
W. A. McKiernan ◽  
J. F. Wilkins ◽  
S. A. Barwick ◽  
G. D. Tudor ◽  
B. L. McIntyre ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Meat Quality ◽  
Bos Taurus ◽  
Experimental Designs ◽  
Research Centre ◽  
Eating Quality ◽  
Beef Production ◽  
Cooperative Research ◽  
Beef Quality ◽  
Genetic Potential ◽  
And Storage

As a component of the second term of the Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) for Cattle and Beef Quality, a project to further test and validate the effects of varying nutritional growth paths pre-finishing and slaughter on cattle of varying genetic potential for meat yield and eating quality was designed and implemented. This project, ‘Regional Combinations’, was a multi-site experiment, using Bos taurus cattle generated at 4 locations across southern Australia. The design of imposing different growth paths between weaning and finishing on cattle with specific genetic potential is common across sites. Treatment and interaction effects on beef production and meat quality were examined within and across sites. This paper describes the experimental designs, generation of experimental cattle at the various sites and the measurements, collection and storage of the data for multi-site analyses.

scholarly journals The influence of the factor "genetic value of the sire" on the implementation of the genetic potential of the indicator "milk production of maximum lactation" of the Yaroslavl breed cows

2015 ◽  
Vol 31 (1) ◽  
pp. 145-151
Author(s):  
N.M. Kosyachenko ◽  
A.V. Konovalov ◽  
E.A. Nikolaeva ◽  
M.A. Malyukova ◽  
M.P. Petrovic ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Milk Production ◽  
Generalized Linear Models ◽  
Phenotypic Variation ◽  
Dairy Products ◽  
Linear Models ◽  
Statistical Data ◽  
Cattle Breed ◽  
Main Food ◽  
Genetic Potential ◽  
Genetic Value

Dairy products are the main food elements of the man. Milk is the sole food for infants and it plays an important role in feeding of the sick, convalescent, and healthy adults. The Yaroslavl Region is a leading region of the Yaroslavl cattle breed. Therefore, the aim of our research was to determine the strength and reliability of the influence of the factor ?genetic value of the sire? on productive characteristics of animals as a factor that helps to increase the productivity of animals. When we determine the strength of the influence of factors for statistical data we used the procedure of generalized linear models (General Linear Models - GLM), and evaluation components of phenotypic variation attributes were analyzed by multivariate dispersive analysis. Our research has allowed to allocate bulls with genetic value which has the improving effect. Using the recommended lines the farmers of the Yaroslavl region may increase productive characteristics of animals and the profit of the farms and improve the efficiency of breeding.

Food for All in Africa

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gordon Conway ◽  
Ousmane Badiane ◽  
Katrin Glatzel
Keyword(s):  
Value Chain ◽  
Agricultural Development ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Natural Capital ◽  
Smallholder Farmers ◽  
Sustainable Intensification ◽  
Rural Poor ◽  
Agricultural Policies ◽  
Agriculture Sector ◽  
Agricultural Transformation

Africa requires a new agricultural transformation that is appropriate for Africa, that recognizes the continent's diverse environments and climates, and that takes into account its histories and cultures while benefiting rural smallholder farmers and their families. This book describes the key challenges faced by Africa's smallholder farmers and presents the concepts and practices of sustainable intensification as opportunities to sustainably transform Africa's agriculture sector and the livelihoods of millions of smallholders. The way forward, the book indicates, will be an agriculture sector deeply rooted within sustainable intensification: producing more with less, using fertilizers and pesticides more prudently, adapting to climate change, improving natural capital, adopting new technologies, and building resilience at every stage of the agriculture value chain. This book envisions a virtuous circle generated through agricultural development rooted in sustainable intensification that results in greater yields, healthier diets, improved livelihoods for farmers, and sustainable economic opportunities for the rural poor that in turn generate further investment. It describes the benefits of digital technologies for farmers and the challenges of transforming African agricultural policies and creating effective and inspiring leadership. The book demonstrates why we should take on the challenge and provides ideas and methods through which it can be met.

Intensification, Crop Diversification, and Gender Relations in Malawi

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Peter Mvula ◽  
Wapulumuka Mulwafu
Keyword(s):  
Smallholder Farmers ◽  
Qualitative Interviews ◽  
Descriptive Statistics ◽  
Crop Diversification ◽  
Agricultural Policies ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Participation Of Women ◽  
Key Informant ◽  
And Gender

In this chapter a variety of methods were used to collect data to study smallholders in Malawi. The surveys were complemented by a set of qualitative interviews to establish gender dynamics in agriculture and for livelihoods. Key informant interviews were conducted with agricultural personnel in the sampled districts and focus group discussions were held with some farmers. For a bigger picture of the agricultural policies and practices, the study relied on a review of key documents and publications by government and other agencies implementing agricultural programmes in the country. Descriptive statistics demonstrate that a shift from maize and tobacco to Irish potatoes, groundnuts, and soya beans in the areas under study has provided an opportunity for smallholder farmers to diversify and increase production and thus improve their livelihoods. Another noticeable change has been the increased participation of women in the production and marketing of crops.

scholarly journals Factors influencing adoption of sustainable soil and water conservation practices among smallholder farmers in Kwara State, Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Vol 24 (4) ◽  
pp. 113-121
Author(s):  
Abigail Oluwatunmise Iyilade ◽  
Oluwasegun Ayodeji Alalade ◽  
Morenike Peju Longe ◽  
Agnes Olubunmi Alokan ◽  
Blessing Akinola-soji
Keyword(s):  
Significant Relationship ◽  
Water Conservation ◽  
Smallholder Farmers ◽  
Sampling Procedure ◽  
Soil And Water Conservation ◽  
Conservation Practices ◽  
Agricultural Policies ◽  
Access To Credit ◽  
Factors Influencing ◽  
Soil And Water

The study examined the factors influencing the adoption of soil and water conservation practices (SWCPs) among smallholder farmers in Kwara State, Nigeria. Multi-stage sampling procedure was used to select 210 farmers. Farmers were surveyed for their adoption of eleven (11) SWCPs, and risk factors and costs of production. Poisson regression model was employed to estimate soil and water conservation practices adoption. Sex, access to credit, land acquisition, technical support, ownership of livestock, distance to input/market, marital status and formal trainings had a significant relationship with the number of soil and water conservation practices adopted by smallholder farmers (P ≤0.01). Some personal and demographic factors, institutional factors, as well as socio-economic factors have a significant relationship with soils and water conservation practices adopted by farmers. Agricultural policies should be geared towards helping smallholder farmers have access to extension service for frequent dissemination of agricultural technology as this will increase the rate of adoption of soil and water conservation practices. Keywords: Adoption, Soil and water conservation techniques; smallholder farmers, Kwara State

scholarly journals Sustainable Utilization of Indigenous Goats in Southern Africa

Diversity ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 20 ◽  
Author(s):  
Phetogo Monau ◽  
Kethusegile Raphaka ◽  
Plaxedis Zvinorova-Chimboza ◽  
Timothy Gondwe
Keyword(s):  
Rural Areas ◽  
Technology Development ◽  
Smallholder Farmers ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Vital Role ◽  
Government Support ◽  
Sustainable Utilization ◽  
Agricultural Policies ◽  
Breeding Programs ◽  
Indigenous Goats

Goats have a key role in ensuring food security and economic livelihood to smallholder farmers in rural areas. Women play a vital role in goat rearing, promoting economic autonomy within households. Indigenous goats dominate and are of high significance due to their adaptive traits that are relevant for climate change and low maintenance. However, lack of emphasis on farmer-centered technology development and proper breed characterization remains a hitch to sustainable utilization and breed development of indigenous goats. This can be over come through proper linkage between market and production, workable regional and national agricultural policies, community breeding programs, collaborative research work within the region, and consistent government support.

scholarly journals Genome wide association study on beef production traits in Marchigiana cattle breed

2016 ◽  
Vol 134 (1) ◽  
pp. 43-48 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. Sorbolini ◽  
S. Bongiorni ◽  
M. Cellesi ◽  
G. Gaspa ◽  
C. Dimauro ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Association Study ◽  
Genome Wide Association Study ◽  
Cattle Breed ◽  
Genome Wide Association ◽  
Production Traits ◽  
Beef Production ◽  
Genome Wide

‘Slow to change’: Farmers’ perceptions of place-based barriers to sustainable agriculture

2017 ◽  
Vol 32 (6) ◽  
pp. 511-523 ◽  
Author(s):  
Samantha Grover ◽  
Joshua Gruver
Keyword(s):  
Smallholder Farmers ◽  
Ecological Factors ◽  
Past Research ◽  
Qualitative Inquiry ◽  
Local Context ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Agricultural Policies ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Regional Factors ◽  
The Impact

AbstractSmallholder farmers are an important and growing segment of the farm population in Indiana and in the USA. Past research regarding farmer decision-making has been inconsistent and has largely focused on the larger-scale, conventional farmer, leaving smallholders poorly understood. There is a need to better understand the management decisions of smallholder farmers within their regional context to promote efforts toward environmental, social and economic sustainability. Through in-depth qualitative inquiry, this study investigated the impact of regional factors that influence farmers’ decisions and the barriers and opportunities most relevant to farm viability and sustainability in the context of East Central Indiana (ECI). Semi-structured interviews with 15 key informants and 33 farmers informed our understanding of the factors most relevant to small-scale farming in the region. Several important themes emerged related to perceived barriers to sustainable farm management, including markets; structures and regulations; time and labor; environmental/ecological factors; and networking and access to educational support. The results of this study complement the findings of previous work that describe the complex framework farmers navigate when making decisions on the farm. Further, subtle regional factors emerged that significantly impact farmers’ decisions, emphasizing the importance of local context in crafting agricultural policies and outreach efforts. Implications and recommendations for ECI are discussed.

Beef cattle keeping by smallholders in a mountainous province of northern Vietnam in relation to poverty status, community remoteness and ethnicity

2013 ◽  
Vol 53 (2) ◽  
pp. 163 ◽  
Author(s):  
Le Thi Thanh Huyen ◽  
Dinh Thi Tuyet Van ◽  
André Markemann ◽  
Pera Herold ◽  
Anne Valle Zárate
Keyword(s):  
Beef Cattle ◽  
Smallholder Farmers ◽  
Rural Poverty ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Beef Production ◽  
Cattle Production ◽  
Poverty Status ◽  
Beef Cattle Production ◽  
Per Capita ◽  
On Farm

Vietnam’s national beef demand is continuously increasing, but is not able to be satisfied by domestic supply. Because land scarcity is a major constraint to beef production in many parts of the country, attempts to enhance beef production in Vietnam have focussed on small-scale household farms in remoter areas. The present study aimed to investigate the relation between cattle keeping and poverty status of household farms in Son La province, north-west Vietnam. In addition, altitude, community remoteness and technology adoption of the investigated households were considered for an evaluation of the feasibility of smallholder beef cattle production in the upland areas. Data on livestock production of 299 randomly selected households of different ethnic groups in the lowlands and highlands of Yen Chau district, Son La province, were collected by using structured and standardised questionnaires. The poverty status of the households was defined on basis of daily per-capita expenditures, dividing the investigated households into poor and non-poor farmers with daily per-capita expenditures below and above the rural poverty line, respectively. Cattle keeping farms in Yen Chau district showed advantages in terms of available land and labour resources compared with non-cattle keeping farms. Cattle were kept mainly by non-poor farmers, particularly the Thai, whose farm holdings are most commonly located in the lowlands. The number of cattle raised on farm was related to the poverty status of the households and remoteness. Cattle compete with other livestock in the use of limited farm resources. Cattle keeping farms more frequently applied feeding innovations to reduce feed competition on farm than the non-cattle keeping households. For the very poor, small animals are more appropriate than beef cattle production activities. Only in the identified advantageous regions, smallholder farmers might engage in beef production, if appropriate policies are implemented to support them in raising cattle. Consequently, the development of beef production under those conditions could contribute to poverty reduction by increasing smallholder’s incomes in the remote highland regions.

scholarly journals Strategies for Increasing Beef Cattle Production under Dryland Farming Systems

2019 ◽  
Vol 29 (4) ◽  
pp. 161
Author(s):  
Heather Burrow
Keyword(s):  
Crop Residues ◽  
Production Systems ◽  
Smallholder Farmers ◽  
Management Strategies ◽  
Farming Systems ◽  
Beef Production ◽  
Cattle Breeding ◽  
Dryland Farming ◽  
Market Preference ◽  
Stocking Rates

Integrated cattle and dryland farming systems in Indonesia use a range of crop residues and by products to feed cattle through intensive and extensive production systems. Intensive systems use stalls to house cattle and cut and carry feeding systems, primarily for fattening cattle. Under extensive systems, cattle are free‐grazing,and the systems apply only where greater land areas exist and they are used for breeding and fattening cattle. This paper therefore specifically focuses on the opportunities that exist to improve beef production in dryland farming systems in Indonesia. The best strategies for smallholder farmers in Indonesia to improve beef production require farmers to focus on profitability and use proven management strategies, including a) using adapted cattle breeds resistant/tolerant to environmental stressor, b) understanding the market preference; c) managing cattle breeding herds based on rainfall patterns, d) keeping good records on all aspects of breeding and fattening activities and e) adjusting stocking rates in extensive system to match the carrying capacity of the land.

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