Calf morbidity, mortality, and management practices in dairy farms in Jimma City, Southwestern Ethiopia.

ABSTRACT:

Background

This research aims to determine the incidence of calf morbidity, mortality and its potential predisposing factors in the first six months of life. Morbidity and mortality of dairy calves are persistent problems for dairy farmers worldwide. For effective control and prevention programs on calf health, it is imperative to estimate the extent of calf morbidity and mortality, and associated risk factors. Although few studies have investigated the epidemiology of calf morbidity and mortality in Ethiopia, comprehensive information is scarce in this area.

Methods

Data were collected through a cross-sectional survey and longitudinal follow-up on purposively selected dairy farms. A longitudinal study was conducted on 235 calves from birth to 6 months of age. Survival analy

SUBMITTER: Ahmedin UM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10683357 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature