The contribution of small ruminants in alleviating poverty in ... - LiFLoD

The management practices simulated
corresponded in general to those employed by
the small ruminant owners in this area.
Small ruminant management was based on
primary experiences and modern technology
was not applied.
Most of the breeders try to induce kidding at the
most favorable period of the year. They
selected their sires from their own flocks based
on their dam performance and their own
phenotype.
The mating is not well managed and has
resulted in inbreeding.