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A survey on calf feeding systems, problems and improvement options available for the smallholder dairy farmers of Turiani in Tanzania

Lyimo, H L N|Mtenga, L A|Kimambo, A E|Hvelplund, T|Laswai, G H|Weisbjerg, M R | Jan 1, 2004

Abstract

Sixty smallholder Dairy Farmers (SHDF) were interviewed using structured questionnaire and 8 group meetings were held in eight different villages in Turiani, Mvomero District to characterise the existing calf feeding systems and identify obstacles and opportunities that exist for better calf performance. Scores from 1 to 10 were used as means of valuating forage availability, calf rearing problems and available options for improvement. A score of 1 point meant least significant/valued while 10 points was the most preferred/valued option.