Livestock systems research in support of poor people

Adaptation of Brachiaria grasses to low-P soils

E. Frossard et al

Brachiaria grasses differ in their growth responses to low-P environments. Functional relationships between plant morphology and root physiology and the plant P nutritional status have been identified. Changes in plant growth and root biochemical mechanisms for enhanced P acquisition are activated under decreasing plant P concentrations. Details

Developing optimised cattle breeding schemes, with a special focus on trypanotolerance

A. Abdulai, H. Kadarmideen et al

Development and evaluation of sustainable cattle breeding schemes that are demand driven with a focus on Trypanotolerance, and assessment of potential routes by which improved genetic materials (based on farmer preferences) can be accessed by poor farmers in different production systems. Details

The forage potential of tanniniferous legumes: Search for sustainable ways to cope with nutritional limitations in smallholder livestock

M. Kreuzer et al

The aim of the project is the development of optimal feeding strategies based on the use of mixtures of tropical forage legumes with contrasting tannin contents to overcome the limitations of ruminant diets in protein supply in tropical smallholder systems. Details

Animal source foods and nutrition during early life

R. Hurrell et al

An evaluation of the possible link between livestock keeping, food intake and nutritional status of young children (6-18 months old) in resource poor areas. Details

Analysis of the potential contribution of improvements in the livestock production system to better livelihood of small farmers’ households

B. Lehmann et al
In Côte d’Ivoire, there is a fast growing consumer demand for meat, eggs, and milk, which cannot be satisfied by local production alone. Both constraints at the production level as well as poorly adapted and inefficient local, commercial networks characterise the system. Acknowledging this inefficiency, this project aims to provide a detailed description, analysis, and understanding of the local livestock system with both small or large ruminants and poultry. Details

Forage Alternatives for Dry-Season Feeding of Dairy Cattle in Tropical Smallholder Farms in the Peruvian Andes

M. Kreuzer et al
Dry seasons are important bottlenecks in livestock productions at high altitudes. This projects seeks to find dry season feeds to endure such critical periods. Details