Foetal Wastage In Abattoirs And Its Implications: Situation Report From Ogun State, Nigeria.

Abstract

This study examined the magnitude and implications of foetal wastage resulting from the slaughtering of pregnant cows in Lafenwa - Abeokuta and Ijebu-Igbo abattoirs in Ogun State between 1984 and 1989. Results show that one foetus is wasted for every 8 cattle slaughtered in the abattoirs. This has the grave effects of reducing over time the herd size and revenue of owners, the access of most Nigerians to a nutritive source of dietary protein and therefore the ability to attain the internationally recommended protein intake level per caput per day.