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Evaluation of the agronomic, utilization, nutritive and feeding value of Desho Grass (Pennisetum pedicellatum)
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 assess the status of desho grass production ...
Rams’ Breeding Soundness Evaluation Year round management for rams that are fit for successful reproduction
This field guide aims to increase the awareness of small ruminant farmers in evaluating the mating ability of rams and on how to select and/or purchase good breeding males.
Integrated delivery systems of improved livestock and fish genetics
Integrated delivery systems are required for farmer uptake and adoption of improved livestock and fish genetics; for sustainability, delivery systems should be designed in parallel with product development.
For optimal ...
Showcasing integrated livestock technologies for improved sheep production in Doyogena, Ethiopia
Feeds and nutrition, community based sheep breeding and reproduction technology were key themes on the agenda of the November 17, 2016 field day in Doyogena, South Nations, Nationalities and Peoples region (SNNPR) of ...
A Fest for Women and Men: Genderizing a Feed-Assessment Tool
Over the last 7 years, scientists at ILRI, CIAT and ICARDA have developed a tool, known as the Feed Assessment Tool (FEAST), that consists of two parts: a rapid, participatory assessment using focus groups, and individual ...
Review of sheep crossbreeding based on exotic sires and among indigenous breeds in the tropics: An Ethiopian perspective
The objective of this review paper is to examine whether or not sheep crossbreeding is a feasible option to improve indigenous sheep breeds in developing countries using Ethiopian case as example. The paper reviewed and ...