Factors Affecting Sheep And Goat Milk Consumption In Arid And Semi-Arid Lands Of Kenya

ABSTRACT

A study was carried out to determine the factors affecting sheep and goat milk consumption

in arid and semi-arid lands of Kenya. Specifically the study sought to assess sheep and goat

milk production, assess sheep and goat milk consumption, and identify sheep and goat

management practices for optimal milk production in Kyawango and Kibauni Locations of

Mwala Sub County of Machakos County. Data was collected from a sample of 120

respondents using questionnaires and observations and was analyzed using statistical package

for social scientist software. The study established that sheep and goats are kept majorly for

sell to earn income and production of milk and meat. Findings from this study have shown

that goats produce more milk compared to sheep. On average, goats produce 1-2 litres of

milk daily while sheep produce less than 1 litre per day. The study established that sheep and

goat milk production is significantly affected by type of breeds and management practices

such as deworming, supplementary feeding, watering and separation (p

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