Author(s):
Barbosa, José Carlos 
; Fitas da Cruz, Vasco
Date: 2009
Persistent ID: http://hdl.handle.net/10198/3162
Origin: Biblioteca Digital do IPB
Subject(s): Farm buildings; Working conditions
Document details
Farm buildings and working conditions on goat farms: the current situation in T...
Description
In the region of Trás-os-Montes (Portugal) goat breeding is a fairly significant activity, not only in terms of meat and milk production, but also because breeders operate within an underdeveloped region where agriculture is the main activity and alternative economic activities are extremely scarce. Goats are raised in extensive systems; flocks are small and sourced mainly from local breeds. Generally, buildings and facilities are simple, supplying shelter and meeting the basic needs of the animals. Breeders' association and producers are keen to develop goat raising and improve goat products. We worked with these stakeholders to carry out studies to characterize farm buildings used in goat farms; to identify the constraints and deficiencies of these buildings; to study the work and tasks performed by the breeders inside these buildings; and to improve milking and working conditions on goat farms. Many buildings have limiting features and lack adequate facilities or equipment. In future, it is advisable to provide technical support to breeders in order to improve buildings and goat housing conditions.
In the region of Trás-os-Montes (Portugal) goat breeding is a fairly significant activity, not only in terms of meat and milk production, but also because breeders operate within an underdeveloped region where agriculture is the main activity and alternative economic activities are extremely scarce. Goats are raised in extensive systems; flocks are small and sourced mainly from local breeds. Generally, buildings and facilities are simple, supplying shelter and meeting the basic needs of the animals. Breeders' association and producers are keen to develop goat raising and improve goat products. We worked with these stakeholders to carry out studies to characterize farm buildings used in goat farms; to identify the constraints and deficiencies of these buildings; to study the work and tasks performed by the breeders inside these buildings; and to improve milking and working conditions on goat farms. Many buildings have limiting features and lack adequate facilities or equipment. In future, it is advisable to provide technical support to breeders in order to improve buildings and goat housing conditions.
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Article
Language English
Language English
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