Constraints and Challenges in Livestock Production in Cameroon

Abstract

This study “Constraints and challenges in Livestock Production in Cameroon”, was conducted using Google Earth Maps to mapped out 20 urban and 20 peri-urban points respectively based on settlement in NW region of Cameroon. Data collection was done using a semi-structured questionnaire and analyzed in SPSS version 20.0. Results show that among the challenges/constraints faced by breeders, the most critical were feeding problems, diseases, animal stocks, financial management, access to clean water for the animals and inadequate extension services. These challenges prevent family farms from embracing the transition to agribusiness. The study recommend that breeders should mobilize themselves into Common Initiative Groups, associations as well as seek relevant agricultural insurance policy, this will enable them to manage risk/challenges in Livestock.