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Research ArticleOpen accessPhrase in the titleThe Use of Management and Hormonal Oestrous Synchronisation on Indigenous Sheep Reared ExtensivelyAyanda Maqhashu, Jabulani Nkululeko Ngcobo, Hester Adri O'Neill et al.As the global population increases, demand for animal products will result in increased livestock-related greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to climate change. One of the strategies for reducing this impact would be the improvement of indigenous livestock reproductive efficiency that are hardy and well adapted to harsh environmental regions. The use of reproductive technologies increases efficiency of animals necessary for … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 19, Issue 3 · 29 Aug 2024 · 4,778 accessesView PDF Cite

Research ArticleOpen accessPhrase in the titleA Comparative Study on the Reproductive Performance of South African Indigenous Sheep Breeds Following Oestrus SynchronizationJabulani Nkululeko Ngcobo, Tshimangadzo Lucky Nedambale, Tlou Caswell Chokoe, Fhulufhelo Vincent RamukhithiThe aim of the study was to compare the effect of age and live body weight on the oestrus response, duration, pregnancy rate and lambing rate among South African indigenous sheep breeds (Zulu sheep = 36, Bapedi sheep = 26, Damara sheep = 10 and Namaqua Afrikaner sheep = 9). Control Intravaginal Drug Release Dispensers (CIDR’s) were inserted into the … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 17, Issue 1 · 14 Jan 2022 · 7,862 accessesView PDF Cite

Research ArticleOpen accessIn the keywordsPhenotypic Characterisation of the Bapedi SheepKgothatso Masethe, Thinawanga Joseph Mugwabana, Tlou Caswell Chokoe et al.Bapedi sheep are at risk of extinction, which necessitates thorough documentation to inform and drive effective conservation efforts. We aimed to characterize Bapedi Sheep phenotypic characteristics using 231 Bapedi sheep (≥1 year of age) from Limpopo and Gauteng Provinces. The Bapedi Sheep were grazed on natural pasture and the data was collected during the autumn season. Qualitative and quantitative phenotypic … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 20, Issue 3 · 3 Sep 2025 · 5,909 accessesView PDF Cite

Literature ReviewOpen accessIn the abstractPhenotypic, Reproductive and Genomic Perspectives on the Status and Research Gaps of South African Bosvelder SheepNhlakanipho Sam Zulu, Khoboso Christine Lehloenya, Khanyisile Hadebe et al.The South African Bosvelder sheep is an emerging composite sheep developed from indigenous Bapedi and commercial White Dorper and Van Rooy sheep. Despite its reported adaptability and production potential under bushveld conditions, the sheep remains scientifically under-characterized and is not formally recognized within national breeding frameworks. This narrative review evaluates the current state of knowledge regarding phenotypic, reproductive, and genomic … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 21, Issue 2 · 1 Jul 2026 · 1,242 accessesView PDF Cite

Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractOn-Farm Phenotypic Characterization of Sheep Breeds in BotswanaKaelo Pelotshweu, Monosi Andries Bolowe, Nicodemus Pungi Mosweu et al.Phenotypic characterization data serve as a baseline for the evaluation of the effectiveness of selection programs and the development of conservation strategies. Therefore, this study aimed to phenotypically characterize Tswana, Dorper, Damara, Meat-master, and Karakul sheep breeds in Botswana under a ranch management system. Qualitative and quantitative data was collected from 595 adult sheep (one year and above). Data on … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 20, Issue 1 · 1 Mar 2025 · 7,311 accessesView PDF Cite

Review ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractInsulin-Like Growth Factor 1 Gene and Growth Traits Correlations in Sheep: A Systematic ReviewThabang Sako, Thobela Lousi Tyasi, Jones Ng’ambiAbousoliman, I., Reyer, H., Oster, M., Muráni, E., Mourad, M., Abdel-Salam Rashed, M., Mohamed, I., & Wimmers, K. (2020). Analysis of Candidate Genes for Growth and Milk Performance Traits in the Egyptian Barki Sheep. Animals, 10(2), 197. https://doi.org/10.3390/ani10020197 Al Qasimi, R., Hassan, A., & Khudair, B. Y. (2019). Effect of IGF-1 and GH Genes Polymorphism on Weights and Body Measurements … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 19, Issue 2 · 25 May 2024 · 5,755 accessesView PDF Cite