Journal of Agricultural Science and Food Research
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Department of Agricultural Economics, Kabridahar University, Kabridahar, Ethiopia

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  Market Chain Analysis of Live Goats: The Case of Korahe Zone, Somali Regional State, Ethiopia
  Author(s): Mulugeta Tadesse*, Wubaye Tsega, Debesay Kidanie and Ahmed Mohamed
  
  Somali regional state is known for livestock production. Millions of pastoralists are relay on livestock and their byproducts as a major livelihood strategy. Despite the potential relevance of livestock production in improving the living conditions of pastoralists, little was done to understand the structure, conduct and performance of the livestock market. This study aimed to analyze the structure, conduct and performance of live goats marketing by selecting two districts from Korahe zone of Somali regional state. Cross sectional survey research design was applied for this study and data from primary and secondary sources were complemented through direct observations from the field along the market chain. Both traders and pastoralists were providing information through structured interviews, focus group discussions and key informant interviews. The data was analy.. View More»
  DOI: 10.35248/2593-9173.22.13.497

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