Mortality in Galla Goat Production System in Southern Rangelands of Kenya: Levels and Predictors

Herd health and adaptability are of concern in animal production the tropics because persistent exposure to multiple stresses low quality quantity feeds, heat stress, high disease, parasite incidences, poor husbandry, breeding practices; combined effects these factors is livestock mortality. High health-related mortality has been frequently reported as major impediment thus aim this article investigate vital infectious diseases non-infectious that account for majority deaths which crucial determining control strategies. The study applies a descriptive, Kaplan-Meier method, truncated regression analysis using an eight-year retrospective data spanning from 2014 2021 was applied analysis. results indicate most important cause Galla goat mean monthly annual rates higher pre-weaning appeared be one constraints hampering development replacement stock. risk considered were age sex kids. Among analyzed, bacterial, parasitic, non-specific identified causes mortality, while conditions included malnutrition thermal/cold shock. provided improved insight into animal-health-related once addressed could reduce hence optimize husbandry performance systems. Interventions recommended kids'