Abstract

The aim of this study is to provide a better understanding of the pork sector in Burkina Faso. A survey was conducted among 32 veterinary clinics and practices to determine the primary swine pathologies and the sanitary management of these diseases. Regarding husbandry practices, the study revealed that 43% of surveyed farmers practiced intensive farming, while 53% practiced semi-confinement, and 4% practiced extensive farming. In terms of biosecurity measures, 56% of piggeries lacked a fence and gate at the entrance, 19% had footbaths but lacked rotoluves, and 65% were associated with other livestock species, including poultry (57%) and ruminants (36%). The pathologies reported by farmers and animal health professionals predominantly included parasitic diseases (32% internal parasitosis and 68% dermatoses), piglet anaemia (71%), red mullet (57%), African Swine Fever (ASF) (61%), foot-and-mouth disease (29%), and neonatal gastroenteritis (36%).

Key words: Dominants, pathologies, pathological conditions, pigs, piggery, Burkina Faso,