Multipurpose tree species are recognized as an important fodder source for livestock, but
their potential remains untapped due to dearth of knowledge about their nutritive value …

Among a vast number of forage trees, Vachellia karroo (Acacia karroo) remains one of the
most widely distributed indigenous plant legumes in Southern Africa. The plant possesses …

We examined the nutritive value of common grass species in the semi-arid rangelands of
Borana in southern Ethiopia using local experience based herbage preference (LEBHP) …

Climate change continues to present global challenges for farmers' livelihoods. Celtis
australis (kharik) is one of the versatile multipurpose tree species, that provides quality …

Aim: To evaluate some forage feeds of ruminants in terms of their carbohydrate (CHO) and
protein fractions using Cornell Net Carbohydrate and Protein System (CNCPS). Materials …

Assessing rangeland productivity is critical to reduce ecological degradation and promote
sustainable livestock management. Here, we estimated biomass productivity and carrying …

Undernutrition in pregnant goats raised under extensive or intensive systems must be
avoided for sustainable goat production. Poor nutrition of does during pregnancy can have …

This study comprised of field survey, agronomic trial, laboratory and animal evaluation of
desho grass. A total of 240 households (hh) were involved in the field survey conducted to …

The nutritional quality of key herbaceous species was assessed across seven locations in
Borana rangelands during the main rainy and dry seasons. Sixteen herbaceous species …

A study was conducted to assess botanical composition, biomass yield, nutritive value and
methane production of forages in the grasslands of Kofele district in West Arsi Zone of …