Livestock

Goats are vital sources of income, milk, and meat, and a breed that combines productivity with resilience could be transformative.

The findings could reduce livestock dependence on antibiotics, improve animal welfare, and lower agriculture’s environmental footprint.

The campaign is expected to deliver long-term benefits for livestock keepers, service providers, and consumers both within Sudan and across its trading partners.

Right now, the program seeks to enhance veterinary services, supporting farmer training, and facilitating livestock movement across borders.

Under the new MOU, both institutions will pool their resources to enhance milk production, improve processing practices, and boost consumer awareness.

This new project will use satellite-guided grazing systems to boost livestock nutrition, improve productivity and reduce methane emissions.

Thirteen countries committed to boosting livestock productivity and livelihoods as demand for meat and milk surges.

As part of the efforts, Livestock Development Principal Secretary Jonathan Mueke, opened a water reservoir at the Nomotio Livestock Improvement Centre valued at US$102,000 (Sh13.2 million).

In Makueni County, the project will benefit over 2,000 youth through sustainable fodder production, agribusiness ventures, and commercialization of livestock feeds.

The government is betting that swift action, long-term investment in vaccine production and stricter biosecurity will help contain FMD and restore stability to one of South Africa’s most valuable agricultural sectors.