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Insights into the genetic architecture of complex traits in Napier grass (Cenchrus purpureus) and QTL regions governing forage biomass yield, water use efficiency and feed quality traits

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Constraints of small-scale irrigated fodder production and nutrition assessment for livestock feed, a case study in Ethiopia

Brachiaria grass, a climate-smart ‘wonder grass’ for livestock farmers

Researcher explores native grass for improving livestock productivity in the Democratic Republic of Congo

A gendered assessment in the production and use of feeds and forages: Insights from intensive and extensive livestock production systems in Uganda

Building a sustainable livestock genetics improvement system for a food-secure Ethiopia

European Union invests in climate-smart innovations in livestock production

Livestock Production Systems in Zimbabwe (LIPS-Zim)

Overcoming forage challenges in Africa: exploring sequence diversity in Napier grass to fast-track breeding projects at national level

Improved sorghum and pearl millet forage cultivars for intensifying dairy systems