Fodder
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FAO distributes livestock feed to 3,200 vulnerable Sudanese households
FAO has distributed 100 tonnes of concentrated feed to 3,200 Sudanese households to support livestock during drought-driven feed shortages.
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FEFAC warns EU heatwaves could trigger major feed supply shortfall
FEFAC said lower forage production will widen the EU’s feed protein deficit, increasing demand for imported soy products.
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Zimbabwe farmers turn Juncao grass into livestock feed business
Juncao contains about 18.6% crude protein and a high natural sugar content (around 7%), making it excellent for making quality silage without adding extra molasses.
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Kenya Veterinary Association urges pre-positioning of feed, vaccines as El Niño threatens livestock sector
KVA is calling for emergency pre-emptive livestock vaccination campaigns.
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Kenya to develop large-scale lucerne project with feed mill in Tana River
Lucerne farming involves cultivating a perennial legume widely known as alfalfa.
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Botswana secures US$20.8M investment to boost local fodder production
The fodder strategy will help reduce overgrazing and #landdegradation while simultaneously creating opportunities for import substitution.
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Heifer to push farmer-centred financing reforms at FINAS 2026 summit
The event will explore investment opportunities across Africa’s agrifood sector, including financing for sustainable feed and fodder production to strengthen livestock productivity.
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Livestock needs more climate funding ahead of expected super El Niño, ILRI says
Experts are warning governments to increase climate finance for livestock ahead of an expected super El Niño.
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Zimbabwe launches digital feed dashboard to strengthen livestock resilience against drought
The innovation aims to improve access to information on animal feed resources and strengthen preparedness against future climate shocks.
