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30 articles for “improved forages”
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Determinants of Forage and Forage Seed Production in Silte and Gurage Zones and, Yem Special Woreda, SNNPR, Ethiopia
Abstract: Poor feed and nutrition are major constraints of livestock production in sub-Saharan Africa. Crop residues are becoming the major livestock feed resources in Ethiopia. Crop residues are nutritionally characterized as containing a high proportion of cell wall and deficient in energy, protein and micronutrients. The country has developed several feed production and utilization technologies. However, production of these technologies has so far been under expected. So, identification of the major …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 30–38 Read article
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Evaluation of Alfalfa (Medicago sativa L.) Varieties in Sankura Woreda, SNNR, Ethiopia
Abstract: The potential of progressed forage such alfalfa (Medicago sativa L.) in upgrading animals feed accessibility is profoundly recognized basically in intensively cultivated mid lands. Therefore, the study was conducted to select adaptive, productive and qualitative alfalfa varieties in Werabe Agricultural Center (WARC). The design of the study was randomized complete block with three replications. The analysis showed that checked varieties significantly (p < 0.05) different for plant height and dry …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 19–24 Read article
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Performance Evaluation of Oat (Avena sativa) Varieties for Growth, Yield, and Yield Components in Southwest Ethiopia
Abstract: The improved feed shortage is main bottleneck of livestock production and productivity in southwest Ethiopia. Hence, the study was conducted in Southwest Ethiopia in Kaffa zone Gimbo district in 2017 and 2018 cropping seasons to identify the adaptable and high yielding oat variety (s). The trial consisted of five oat varieties (CI-8250, CI-8237, CI-2291, CI-2806 and ICARDA 6710) which were laid out in randomized complete block design with three replications. …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 13–18 Read article
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Long-Term Effects of Feeding High-Lignin Forage to Ruminants: Implications for Productivity, Health, and Sustainability
Abstract: The long-term feeding of high-lignin forage to ruminants can significantly impact various aspects of animal performance, health, and environmental sustainability. Lignin, a complex phenolic compound present in plant cell walls, is indigestible by rumen microbes, leading to reduced fiber digestibility and decreased nutrient utilization. Over time, feeding ruminants with forages high in lignin results in a decline in voluntary dry matter intake (DMI), inefficient energy and protein absorption, and suboptimal …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 30–45 Read article
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Farming System Characterization: The Case of Gurage, Siltie Zones and Yem Special District, SNNPRs, Ethiopia
Abstract: This study was conducted to characterize and analyze existing farming system and identify the production constraints of Gurage, Siltie and Yem special district. Mixed farming is the main economic activity and bases of farmers’ livelihood in the study areas. For fruitful research and development intervention, characterize the existing farming system is vital to understand the actual condition. Around 275 sample households were selected using multi-stage sampling techniques. The collected data …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 25–47 Read article
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Implementation and Development of Artificial Insemination in Dairy Cattle for Small Holder Farmers: The Case of Mirab Azernet Berbere Woreda, SNNPR, Ethiopia
Abstract: The study analyzed current status of implementation and development of artificial insemination in Mirab Azernet Berbere Woreda; believes and practices regarding artificial insemination in dairy cattle with respect to small holder farmers; and identifying constraints facing implementation and development of artificial insemination. The researcher combined qualitative and quantitative research methods with an explanatory and descriptive survey research methodology. Both primary and secondary data were gathered, probability and non-probability sampling strategies …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Dairy Science and Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 24–42 Read article
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Optimizing Nutrient Utilization and Microbial Protein Synthesis in Ruminants: Strategies for Enhanced Feed Efficiency and Sustainable Productivity
Abstract: This review investigates strategies to optimize nutrient utilization and microbial protein synthesis in ruminants, aiming to improve feed efficiency and enhance overall livestock productivity sustainably. It focuses on key aspects of feed formulation, including balancing non-structural carbohydrates with protein sources, incorporating bypass proteins, and selecting high-quality forages that improve fiber digestibility. The review examines various feed processing techniques such as steam-flaking, pelleting, and ammonia treatment, which enhance nutrient bioavailability and …
Published in International Journal of Nutritions · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 42–53 Read article
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Side Lobe Reduction using Bacterial Foraging Optimization
Abstract: AbstractTo meet the need for long-distance communication, the directive characteristics and radiation pattern of the antenna must be improved. By arranging the antenna elements in an electrical or geometric pattern, such that the radiated energy of the radiation elements vector added in the desired direction of propagation and canceled in the unwanted direction, results in a better-designed antenna array. The elements of the antenna array may be uniformly or non-uniformly …
Published in Journal of Microwave Engineering and Technologies · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 7–15 Read article
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Forage Bioactive Compounds and Rumen Microbiota: Exploring Colonization, Density, and Diversity Dynamics in Dairy Cows
Abstract: The rumen microbiota plays a pivotal role in the health, productivity, and sustainability of dairy cows, with forage serving as a fundamental dietary component influencing microbial dynamics. This review explores the intricate interactions between forage bioactive compounds – such as tannins, saponins, alkaloids, and flavonoids – and the rumen microbiota, focusing on their effects on colonization, microbial density, and diversity. Forage bioactives modulate microbial adhesion, biofilm formation, and growth patterns, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 15–26 Read article
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Drones in Precision Livestock Farming: Advancing Health, Welfare, and Resilience in Dairy Production Systems
Abstract: The integration of drone technology in precision livestock farming represents a transformative advancement in modern dairy production systems. Drones offer innovative solutions for monitoring, managing, and optimizing livestock health, welfare, and productivity while addressing challenges related to environmental sustainability and resource efficiency. This study explores the diverse applications of drones in dairy farming, including health monitoring, disease detection, reproductive assessment, and real-time herd tracking. By leveraging thermal imaging and advanced …
Published in Journal of Aerospace Engineering & Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 16–25 Read article
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Silage Beyond Green Fodder: Nutritional, Health, Economic and Environmental Implications for Sustainable Livestock Production
Abstract: Silage is a pivotal component in modern livestock feeding systems, offering far more than just an alternative to green fodder. This study explores the multifaceted roles of silage in enhancing livestock nutrition, health, and overall farm sustainability. The preservation of crops through fermentation allows for year-round availability of high-quality feed, ensuring consistent nutritional intake, particularly during periods of forage scarcity. Beyond its basic function as a feedstuff, silage improves the …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 01–23 Read article
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Pre-extension Demonstration of Maize Along with Vetch for Yield Production in Misrak Azerinet and Worabe Town Administration, Siltie Zone of Southern Ethiopia
Abstract: Indeed, climate change parameters have direct impact on agricultural activity in resource poor country. The current study has been aimed to demonstrate integrating of Vetch along with maize to smallholder farmers of the area. On each farmer's 0.25 ha of field, vetch was cultivated alongside maize. On a nearby plot that was the same size as the control, only maize was also planted. The grain and biomass yield of maize …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 24–29 Read article
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Neglected Tropical Dairy Feeds: Alternative Cost-effective Feed Resources for Sustainable Dairy Development
Abstract: The tropics are home to diverse and underutilized feed resources that hold significant potential to enhance dairy productivity and sustainability. However, many of these alternative feeds remain neglected in conventional dairy farming systems. This study explores the untapped potential of neglected tropical dairy feeds, emphasizing their nutritional value, availability, and implications for sustainable dairy development. By focusing on unconventional feedstuffs such as agro-industrial by-products, wild forages, aquatic plants, and leguminous …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 12–31 Read article
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Atmospheric Determinants of Feed, Fodder, and Forage Contamination in a Changing Climate: Emerging Challenges for Sustainable Livestock Production
Abstract: Feed, fodder, and forage contamination represents a growing constraint to sustainable livestock production under a changing climate. Atmospheric determinants such as rising temperature, altered precipitation patterns, increased humidity, elevated carbon dioxide concentration, and enhanced aerosol and pollutant loads are increasingly recognized as critical drivers of contamination risks across feed supply chains. These atmospheric factors directly and indirectly influence crop growth, fungal proliferation, mycotoxin biosynthesis, microbial survival, and the deposition of …
Published in International Journal of Atmosphere · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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Zero-Concentrate Feeding in Dairy Cows: A Sustainable Approach to Milk Quality, Animal Health, and Welfare
Abstract: The study explores the benefits of eliminating concentrate feeds in dairy cow nutrition. As sustainability becomes a central concern in agriculture, zero-concentrate feeding offers a promising solution to reduce the environmental footprint of dairy farming while promoting optimal animal health and welfare. This approach primarily focuses on maximizing the use of high-quality forages, such as grasses and legumes, to meet the nutritional needs of dairy cows. By minimizing the use …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Dairy Science and Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 30–47 Read article
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Green Pastures, Healthy Herd: The Intricate Interplay of Nutrition, Milk Yield, Reproduction, and Welfare in Dairy Cows
Abstract: The study explores the intricate interplay between green pastures, nutrition, milk yield, reproduction, and welfare in dairy cows, emphasizing the multifaceted benefits of pasture-based systems. Green grass serves as a natural, nutrient-rich feed source that supports optimal dairy cow performance by providing essential nutrients such as energy, proteins, vitamins, and minerals, which are crucial for high milk production. The natural grazing behavior associated with green pastures enhances rumen function, facilitating …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 51–66 Read article
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Prolific Garole Sheep: Pride of Bengal
Abstract: AbstractGarole, a micro sheep breed of India, are distributed in the Sundarban area of 24-Parganas district of West Bengal and is famous for high prolificacy rate, resistance to foot rot disease, grazing in knee-deep water, good adaptability to hot humid conditions and high mothering instinct for their neonates. This meat type animal is of short stature with a light brown coarse texture coat and produces coarse wool, good quality skin …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Dairy Science and Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 11–19 Read article
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Evaluation and Demonstration of Integrated Fish (Cyprinus carpio)-Poultry-Forage-Vegetable production in Alicho Wuriro District, SNNPR, Ethiopia
Abstract: The study was conducted in Silte Zone Alicho Wuriro district, situated at about 187 km Southwest of Addis Ababa, and the objectives were to evaluate and demonstrate the use of poultry manure as a fish feed and pond organic fertilizer and the profitability of fish-poultry-horticulture - forage in the integrated farming system. Poultry breeds of Bovine brown which was layers, fish species (Cyprinus carpio) and different varieties of horticultural and …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 6–14 Read article
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Calf Mortality in the Tropics: Multidimensional Challenges and Implications for Sustainable Dairy Development
Abstract: Calf mortality remains a significant challenge in tropical dairy farming, posing threats to productivity and sustainability. This review explores the multifactorial factors contributing to calf mortality in the tropics, including environmental stress, infectious diseases, nutritional deficiencies, management practices, genetic factors, and social dynamics. Tropical climates, characterized by extreme temperature variations, humidity, and poor shelter, exacerbate stress and compromise calf health. Infectious diseases, such as bacterial, viral, and parasitic infections, coupled …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 7–23 Read article
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Optimizing Silage Quality: Best Practices for Maximum Nutrient Retention and Sustainable Dairy Development
Abstract: Silage is a critical component in dairy production systems, offering a consistent and high-quality feed source throughout the year. Optimizing silage quality begins in the field, requiring strategic practices to maximize nutrient retention and support sustainable dairy development. This study reviews best practices across silage production stages, including crop selection, timely harvesting, precise chopping, controlled fermentation, and efficient storage techniques. Emphasis is placed on achieving the ideal moisture content, reducing …
Published in International Journal of Nutritions · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 Read article