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Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science

The dynamics of smallholder cattle business systems in Zambia: Geographical opportunities, challenges and sustainability business implications

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Article: 2349339 | Received 21 Dec 2023, Accepted 25 Apr 2024, Published online: 10 May 2024

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