A REVIEW OF CLIMATE CHANGE IN POULTRY PRODUCTION IN NIGERIA

Authors

  • AHAOTU, E. O. Department of Animal Production Technology, Imo State Polytechnic Umuagwo, Nigeria.
  • SINGH, R. R. Department of Livestock Production Management, Vanbandhu College of Veterinary Science and AH, Navsari Agricultural University, Navsari, Gujarat, India.

Abstract

Due to the tremendous growth and unpredictable figures of production in Nigerian poultry sector, there are several problems affecting growth of the industry, among which are environmental challenges which imposes severe stress on birds thus leading to reduced performance. Invariably, reviewing the impacts of heat stress on poultry production seems to be the main research area in the present study. The purpose of this article therefore is to review the seasonal fluctuations and its detrimental effects on poultry production systems.

Keywords:

Poultry Production, Seasonal Fluctuations, Climate Change

Published

30-06-2022

How to Cite

AHAOTU, E. O., & SINGH, R. R. (2022). A REVIEW OF CLIMATE CHANGE IN POULTRY PRODUCTION IN NIGERIA. International Journal of Agricultural and Veterinary Science, 1(1). Retrieved from https://mediterraneanpublications.com/mejavs/article/view/94

Issue

JUNE 2022 ISSUE

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