Common Disease of Farm Animals

Learn the major diseases affecting cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, poultry, and rabbits—including causes, symptoms, treatments, and prevention methods.
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Learn the major diseases affecting cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, poultry, and rabbits—including causes, symptoms, treatments, and prevention methods.

Meaning of Diseases A disease is any abnormality in health. It is a deviation from the normal functioning of any part of the animal body. The disease may manifest in the form of infection, irritation, or an unfavourable condition. Hence,…

The physiological state of the animals whether for pregnant, dry or lactating or young animals.
The availability of the feed stuff
The composition of the

Animal feed can be classified based on various factors, including the ingredients used, the nutritional composition, and the target animal species. Here are some common classifications of animal feed: Based on Ingredients: Based on Nutritional Composition: Based on Animal Species:…

The food given to farm animals is called livestock feed or simply ‘feed’. The livestock farmer must supply his animals with the appropriate quantity and quality of feed for: TYPES OF FEED Animals are fed with different kinds of feeds,…

Farm structures are simple erections that are constructed on the farm site to make farm operations easier. They are usually very simple building which are not made from concrete. Farm structures are constructed to serve a specific purpose on the…

Mixed Farming This is an agricultural system in which a farmer conducts different agricultural practices together, such as cash crops and livestock. The aim is to increase income through different sources and to complement land and labour demands across the…

Cultural practices involve all the essential activities carried out on the farm before, during, and after planting crops. These practices are crucial for ensuring optimal growth, high yield, and healthy crops. They are broadly grouped into three major categories: 1.…

Farm Structures: They are simple erections on the farm site which make farm operations easier and more efficient. Farm structures are common agricultural structures associated with agricultural use, such as growing and harvesting crops, and raising livestock. These structures may…