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Rabbit farming part 10: Rabbit fur pelt production
High-quality pelts are sourced from unique strains of rabbits, such as the Rex species. Only a small number of skins are collected from slaughterhouses; the rest are discarded. The ones that are put to use fall into one of three categories: fur pelts used for clothing, pelts used for[...]
Rabbit farming part 7: Rabbit health
The most critical part of successful rabbit farming is keeping your rabbits healthy and happy. We shall discuss some of the most common rabbit diseases, their symptoms, and how to prevent or treat them. The coats of healthy rabbits should be silky and glossy, and their eyes should be[...]
Rabbit farming part 5: Breeding and herd management
In a single year, a doe can have up to 12 litters of kits. The average litter size is six kits, which means that if a doe is constantly in the presence of a buck, she could be able to produce approximately 72 kits a year. Rabbit breeding Sexual[...]
Rabbit farming – Part 2: Select the right breed
The vital first step in rabbit breeding is choosing the right breed. Accor-ding to the American Rabbit Breeders Association, there are around 38 breeds and 89 variants of domestic rabbits. Some of the breeds are discussed in this article. New Zealand White The New Zealand White is a rabbit[...]
Rabbit farming Part 1: Why you should become a rabbit farmer
Rabbit farming can be an alternative farming opportunity for a beginner farmer or someone with limited resources. According to Mike Daka, a rabbit farmer and interim President of the Rabbit Farmers Association of Zambia, the demand for rabbit meat in the country is growing. He told the Xinhaunet News[...]