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Modelling of lactation curves of dairy cows based on monthly test day milk yield records under inconsistent milk recording scenarios
(Cambridge University Press, 2011-11-01)
The objective of this study was to describe the lactation curve of dairy cattle in Kenya using a suitable lactation function in order to facilitate inclusion of partial lactations in national dairy cattle evaluation and ...
Factors that influence the efficiency of beef and dairy cattle recording system in Kenya: A SWOT–AHP analysis
(Springer Netherlands, 2011-01-01)
Animal recording in Kenya is characterised by erratic producer participation and high drop-out rates from the national recording scheme. This study evaluates factors influencing efficiency of beef and dairy cattle recording ...
A participatory approach to the evaluation of the efficiency of animal recording practices based on institutional analysis and development framework
(Cambridge University Press, 2011-02-01)
Animal recording is an interactive process that involves several practices. The efficiency of the process is essential to ensure the utility of outcomes necessary for sustainable participation. Most evaluation approaches ...