Livestock

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The investment will go towards strengthening genetics, enhancing feed and fodder production, expanding cold-chain infrastructure, and supporting farmer organisations.

The new facility will manufacture 48,000 tonnes of animal feed and 15,000 tonnes of aquatic feed annually.

Pastoralists manage around 1 billion animals globally, but they are under severe pressure different facets that lead to the degradation of these systems.

Meanwhile, KALRO also announced plans to construct a Sh200 million (approximately US$1.3 million) research centre in Nyeri County.

Neither of the parties has revealed the financial terms of the transaction yet.

The study shows how simple tools, when used with care, can help Africa track methane with accuracy and support a cleaner livestock sector.

Lameness contributes to growing public concerns regarding longevity of cattle, and causes substantial economic losses in both the dairy and beef industries.

The government finds this situation concerning as inadequate nutrition for animals threatens incomes, food security, and community stability.

Meanwhile, research shows that the global market size for animal antibiotics is likely to more than triple in the next decade.