Sustainable farm animal raising is dependent on the production of sufficient quantities and
quality of forages and fodder, especially in dry regions. Improved forage and feed species …

An increase in improved forages to serve as high-quality animal feed around the year is a
necessity in countries with large livestock populations. However, for increased production of …

Introduction The increasing pressure on land and water resources, fueled by high
population growth and climate change, has profound implications for crop yield and quality …

The Zimbabwean dairy industry is massively underperforming, as evidenced by a reduction
in milk yield from 262 million liters in 1990 to< 37 million liters in 2009 and a steady but slow …

This study examines key challenges and opportunities for improving ruminant productivity in
East Africa, with a focus on enhancing access to forage seeds critical for livestock systems in …

Background Cattle farming plays a pivotal role in Africa's agricultural and livestock sector,
poised for growth due to population expansion and rising per capita consumption of animal …

Livestock production is critical for improved food and nutrition security, sustainability of
ecosystems, and resilience. Zambia, like many countries in sub-Saharan Africa, aspires to …

In this study, we address key challenges in enhancing ruminant productivity across Ethiopia,
Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, and Burundi in eastern Africa. A critical focus is on …

Forage production is fundamental for livestock production. This activity was conducted to
increase the production of improved Desho grasses, to increase wider demand for desho …

Since the first SPIA country study report on Ethiopia (Shining a Brighter Light:
Comprehensive Evidence on Adoption and Diffusion of CGIAR-Related Innovations in …