Vol. 2004 No. 1 (2004)

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Water Harvesting Structures and Their Impact on Cattle Health and Milk Production in Semi-Arid Sudanese Regions

Okotho Okello, Kyambogo University, Kampala Namugenyi Nsubuga, Department of Crop Sciences, Busitema University Kizza Mugerwa, Department of Animal Science, Medical Research Council (MRC)/UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18786424
Published: January 20, 2004

Abstract

Semi-arid regions in Sudan are characterized by erratic rainfall patterns, leading to water scarcity and its impact on livestock health and productivity. Agricultural experts conducted a randomized controlled trial across five villages, assessing WHs' impact using baseline data for comparison. Water harvesting significantly improved milk yield by an average of 15% (95% CI: 8-23%) in the treated villages compared to control areas. The study supports the implementation of WHs as a crucial intervention for enhancing livestock productivity in semi-arid regions. Farmers should be encouraged to adopt water harvesting structures, and further research is recommended to explore long-term sustainability. The empirical specification follows $Y=\beta_0+\beta^\top X+\varepsilon$, and inference is reported with uncertainty-aware statistical criteria.

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Okotho Okello, Namugenyi Nsubuga, Kizza Mugerwa (2004). Water Harvesting Structures and Their Impact on Cattle Health and Milk Production in Semi-Arid Sudanese Regions. African Equine Veterinary Studies, Vol. 2004 No. 1 (2004). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18786424

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SudaneseGeographicalHydrologyLivestockIrrigationSustainabilityPrecision Agriculture

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