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Livestock farming is a fundamental pillar of Afghanistan’s economy, playing a crucial role in ensuring food security, creating employment, and sustaining the livelihoods of rural households. This study aims to identify and prioritize the key barriers to livestock development from the perspective of livestock farmers in Baghlan province. The target population included active farmers which 215 individuals were purposively selected. Data were collected using a researcher-designed questionnaire and analyzed through descriptive statistical measures such as mean, standard deviation, and coefficient of variation. Results showed that high feed costs, lack of quality feed, insufficient knowledge of scientific livestock practices and shortage of specialized equipment are the major obstacles to livestock development in the region.

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Afghanistan Animal Husbandry Challenges Animal Husbandry Extension Baghlan Husbandry

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Shaiq, M. A., Subat, S., Naiemi, M., & Fazli, G. R. (2026). Key Barriers to Livestock Development in Baghlan Province: Insights from Livestock Farmers. Journal of Natural Sciences – Kabul University, 8(4), 237–253. https://doi.org/10.62810/jns.v8i4.498
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