Retrospective analysis of laboratory diagnostic data to assess the seasonal and proportional distribution of major tick-borne diseases in cattle from selected smallholder farms, Zambia

Retrospective analysis of laboratory diagnostic data to assess the seasonal and proportional distribution of major tick-borne diseases in cattle from selected smallholder farms, Zambia

Tick-borne diseases (TBDs) are endemic in Zambia and several other Sub-Saharan countries. They affect livestock production by causing high morbidity and mortality, resulting in increased production losses in terms of live-weight gain, milk production, off-take rates, and draft power. Herein, we appl...

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Main Authors: Silwamba Isaac, Chijikwa Jeremiah, Mutemwa Vigirio K., Chanda James, Nkhata Augustine, Chapple Jenny, Sialyobo Misheck, Mutale Juliet, Zgambo Natasha, Chama Nicholas, Muyangana Lungowe, Phiri Philip, Munyeme Musso, Nalubamba King S., Mainda Geoffrey, Muma John Bwalya
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: De Gruyter 2023-03-01
Series:Open Veterinary Science
Subjects:
tick-borne diseases
cattle
smallholder farmers
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1515/ovs-2022-0120

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https://doi.org/10.1515/ovs-2022-0120

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