Survey of swine diseases and treatment approaches in Korhogo subprefecture, northern of Côte d’Ivoire
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Survey of swine diseases and treatment approaches in Korhogo subprefecture, northern of Côte d’Ivoire
Abstract
In Korhogo, pig farming is primarily carried out by small family-run operations. These farms face numerous challenges, including animal diseases, inappropriate farming practices, and a lack of professional training for the majority of farmers. These constraints constitute major obstacles to self-sufficiency in animal protein in Côte d’Ivoire, particularly in region of Korhogo. It is in this context the study focused on swine diseases and the treatment methods used by farmers in the study area. The survey was conducted using a questionnaire administered to thirty-one farmers spread across twelve villages, based on their availability. The main diseases identified are diarrhea, erythema, and scabies. Other conditions, such as African Swine Fever (ASF), green disease, injuries, and trypanosomiasis, occur less frequently. These pathologies, which are of digestive, bacterial, parasitic, or infectious origin, are exacerbated by poor hygiene conditions. The therapeutic approaches identified include the combined use of antibiotics and dewormers, as well as the use of either one alone. Combined treatments have proven to be the most effective, particularly against frequent co-infections. Single-agent treatments, while effective against specific infections, are less suitable in cases of superinfections. Bacterial and parasitic diseases are the most common conditions encountered, while viral diseases are less frequent. Future research could focus on studying the resistance of pathogens to antibiotics.
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Kouhana Soro*, Ghislaine Sègbédji Théodora Atchade, Koffi Jules Gossé, Nea Yves Noma, Assanvo Simon-Pierre N’guetta, 2026. Survey of swine diseases and treatment approaches in Korhogo subprefecture, northern of Côte d’Ivoire. Int. J. Biosci., 29(1), 171-179.
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