An Investigation on the effects of theileriosis/january disease drug administration on beef cattle production: a case of Shamva district, Zimbabwe
- Author
- Marifetu, Addmore
- Title
- An Investigation on the effects of theileriosis/january disease drug administration on beef cattle production: a case of Shamva district, Zimbabwe
- Abstract
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This study examined the effects of theileriosis drug administration on beef cattle production in Shamva District, Zimbabwe focus on three aspects of production- mortality, weight and reproductive performance. A survey research design was adopted in conducting this study where eight six farmers made the sample. Semi-structured questionnaires were administered. A census method of sampling was used to select research participants. Data was presented tables and graphs. Major findings of the study show that Butachem and Paverxon-Plus were the main drugs used to treat theileriosis in Shamva, the most preferred drug is Paverxon-Plus. These drugs were administered alongside other drugs such as tetracyclines. The study found parverxon plus having a greater comparative effect on all the three components of production under investigation- reduced mortality, improved cattle weight and improved reproductive performance, though the two drugs seemed effective in treating theileriosis. Conclusion of the study highlight the importance of timely and appropriate drug treatment in reducing cattle death rates, reduction in cattle weight and improving overall productivity, strengthening the need for responsible drug use and monitoring to minimize the risk of resistance development.
- Date
- June 2024
- Publisher
- BUSE
- Keywords
- Theileriosis
- Drug administration
- Beef cattle production
- Supervisor
- Dr Nyamapfeni
- Item sets
- Department of Animal Sciences
