Goat Farming Concepts and Practices

Samuel Dirango, an animal health scientist, introduces a comprehensive course on goat farming. The course covers global goat farming, breeding, housing, feeding, diseases, management practices, value addition, market analysis, and record keeping. It aims to equip farmers with the knowledge needed to succeed in goat farming.

What is the primary focus of the course presented by Samuel Dirango?

• Sheep farming

• Poultry farming

• Goat farming

• Cattle farming

Which aspect of goat farming is NOT covered in the introduction section?

• Breeding practices

• Goat population

• Housing requirements

• Advantages of goat farming

What is one of the key topics discussed in the breeding section?

• Market trends

• Nutritional supplements

• Goat housing designs

• Types of goat breeds

Which component is NOT part of the goat housing discussion?

• Components of a goat house

• Housing materials

• Types of health

• Feeding schedules

What is emphasized in the feeding and nutrition section?

• Types of goat diseases

• Market analysis

• Nutritional value of goat feed

• Breeding techniques

How are diseases categorized in the course?

• By geographical location

• By severity

• By type: bacterial, viral, protozoan

• By age of goats

What is NOT a focus in the management practices section?

• Breeding schedules

• Parasite control

• Preventative measures

• Treatment of diseases

What is discussed in the value addition section?

• Housing designs

• Feeding techniques

• Products derived from goats

• Types of goat breeds

Which topic is NOT covered in the final advice section?

• Record keeping importance

• Detailed market analysis

• Breeding techniques

• Overview of goat farming business

What is the importance of record keeping in goat farming?

• To identify goat breeds

• To monitor feed consumption

• To track breeding schedules

• To ensure business efficiency