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Zero-grazing of improved cattle breeds using drought-tolerant fodder in Uganda

Year of publication 2017

Place of publication Rome, Italy ;

Publisher FAO ;

Product type Document

Category Other document

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Synopsis (short abstract) This technology describes how improved cattle breeds can benefit from an alternative grazing system, namely zero-grazing. In a zero-grazing system, the cattle are usually kept in the farm and the fodder is brought to them. Improved breeds are more productive and resistant to diseases which make them more efficient for the zero-grazing system, and in Uganda, breeds are fed with drought tolerant fodder to ensure cattle feed is also available in dry seasons. This good practice contributes to increase productivity and enhance the resilience of cattle raising to dry regions and diseases in Uganda.

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