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High-biomass pasture that animals digest easily A scalable option to reduce dry-season feed gaps, stabilize livestock productivity, and support fodder markets. Cayman adds value for wet or flood-prone zones due to waterlogging tolerance.
Better grass. Better livestock. Governments seeking to improve feed security and livestock productivity can promote Urochloa cultivars. Basilisk, MG‑4, Piatá and Xaraes are climate‑smart grasses developed from African germplasm and registered for commercial use in Kenya. They produce 8–15 t per hectare per year of nutritious forage (8–15 % protein). Because they tolerate acidic and poor soils and survive dry seasons, they provide a reliable supply of feed. Dense cover protects soil, reduces erosion and increases organic matter. Supporting these grasses can reduce feed imports, improve milk and meat production, create jobs in hay and seed businesses and empower women and youth. Public investments in seed systems, extension services and pest management research will enhance uptake.
High-biomass, drought-tolerant forage for reliable feed all year Seasonal feed shortages and climate variability limit livestock productivity in smallholder systems. Megathyrsus maximus cultivars (Mombasa, Tanzania, Massai) offer a high-yielding (10–20 t DM/ha/year), drought-tolerant forage with good nutritional quality, ensuring reliable year-round feed supply. Their deep root systems also improve soil structure and reduce erosion, supporting more resilient and sustainable livestock production.