Bovine Fetal Wastage In Ubakala Abattoir: Public Health And Economic Implications

Authors: NWAOKORO ZEPHANIAH CHUKWUKA | Veterinary Medicine Projects 51 pages 9,362 words

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ABSTRACT

The occurrence of fetal wastage in Ubakala abattoir for the period of five months was 12.2%. Most (40.3%) of the wasted Fetuses were in their first trimester of gestation while 26.4% and 33.3% were in their second and third trimesters respectively. It was also observed that 38% of the wasted fetuses were male while 34% were females. The ratio of slaughtered cow to slaughtered pregnant cows is 8:1. This ratio is quite high and should be looked into. The economic loss is related to the wastages of fetuses in the abattoir should be carefully considered and addressed.


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