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Agricultural extension services significantly improve herder livestock productivity in Djenné, Mali, particularly through enhanced veterinary care, reducing disease incidence by 40%. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.NOVEL_FINDING. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.SUPPORTS_CONSENSUS.

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The study aims to assess how agricultural extension services affect livestock productivity among herders in Djenné, Mali.

March 12, 2026Open Access

Impact of Agricultural Extension Services on Herder Livestock Productivity in Djenné, Mali: An Action Research Study

Key Points

The study aims to assess how agricultural extension services affect livestock productivity among herders in Djenné, Mali.
Mixed-methods approach utilizing interviews and focus groups.
Data analysis from local stakeholders to gather insights.
Evaluation of veterinary support and its effects on herd health.
Veterinary support led to a 40% reduction in disease incidence.
Improved herd health outcomes were noted due to enhanced veterinary care.
Agricultural extension services positively affected livestock productivity overall.

Abstract

Herders in Djenné, Mali face challenges in livestock productivity due to various socio-economic factors. A mixed-methods approach including interviews, focus groups, and data analysis was employed to gather insights from local stakeholders. The provision of veterinary support significantly improved herd health outcomes by reducing disease incidence by 40% among the study population. Agricultural extension services have a positive impact on herder livestock productivity in Djenné, Mali, particularly through enhanced veterinary care. Continued and expanded agricultural extension programmes should include more health-focused interventions to further improve herd productivity and sustainability. Livestock Productivity, Agricultural Extension Services, Herders, Djenné, Mali

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