CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background
The name pig is broadly applied to all mammals of the family suidae and order artiodactayla but specially to the domestic animal known scientifically as sus scrofa from which domestic pig was developed (Adetunji et.al, 2011). Pig production is along with poultry production the fastest growing livestock sector worldwide and this trend is expected to continue over the coming years. Growth in the sector is mostly happening in developing and in transition countries are stable or declining slightly. Pig production is gaining importance in societies that are currently undergoing a shift from ruminant to monogastric livestock production. Increasing demand, a shorter life cycle with higher returns rates and advantages feed efficiency are key reasons for this development.
The role pig-keeping might play for a farmer especially when referring to small-scale and backyard farming systems goes far beyond pork production and income generation. Pigs are, from an economic perspective, an asset representing a store of wealth or safety net for a times of economic crisis while, from a sociological perspective, traditional ceremonies and beliefs in some places centre on the pig as an asset to their belief system (FAO, 2012).
Nigeria, like many other developing countries is facing the problem of shortage of dietary animal protein (Adesehinwa et.al,2007). With the ever increasing human population in Nigeria and virtually static productivity, the animal protein consumption among Nigerians has worsened in the past few years. Many Nigerians feed on carbohydrate because the average man cannot afford the cost of animal protein which is
DOWNLOAD THE FULL PROJECT
How do I get this complete project on ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF PIG PRODUCTION? Simply click on the Download button above and follow the procedure stated. |
I have a fresh topic that is not on your website. How do I go about it? |
How fast can I get this complete project on ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF PIG PRODUCTION? Within 15 minutes if you want this exact project topic without adjustment |
Is it a complete research project or just materials? It is a Complete Research Project i.e Chapters 1-5, Abstract, Table of Contents, Full References, Questionnaires / Secondary Data |
What if I want to change the case study for ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF PIG PRODUCTION, What do i do? Chat with Our Instant Help Desk Now: +234 813 292 6373 and you will be responded to immediately |
How will I get my complete project? Your Complete Project Material will be sent to your Email Address in Ms Word document format |
Can I get my Complete Project through WhatsApp? Yes! We can send your Complete Research Project to your WhatsApp Number |
What if my Project Supervisor made some changes to a topic i picked from your website? Call Our Instant Help Desk Now: +234 813 292 6373 and you will be responded to immediately |
Do you assist students with Assignment and Project Proposal? Yes! Call Our Instant Help Desk Now: +234 813 292 6373 and you will be responded to immediately |
What if i do not have any project topic idea at all? Smiles! We've Got You Covered. Chat with us on WhatsApp Now to Get Instant Help: +234 813 292 6373 |
How can i trust this site? We are well aware of fraudulent activities that have been happening on the internet. It is regrettable, but hopefully declining. However, we wish to reinstate to our esteemed clients that we are genuine and duly registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission as "PRIMEDGE TECHNOLOGY". This site runs on Secure Sockets Layer (SSL), therefore all transactions on this site are HIGHLY secure and safe! |