Farmer information brief on the fodder value chain: Transformation of livelihoods and ecosystems through nature-based enterprises in Eastern Province, Rwanda

Key highlights

1. Planting improved fodder varieties (Napier, Brachiaria, Chloris gayana, fodder trees, legumes) can boost nutrition and milk yields.
2. Mixing grasses, trees and crop residues (maize, beans, rice straw) can provide year-round feed, especially in dry seasons.
3. Applying good management practices means proper land preparation, timely planting, manure use, regular weeding, and harvesting at the right stage.
4. Investing in improved fodder is important: one hectare can feed 15 dairy cows, raise milk output and deliver strong profits.
5. Climate resilience and livelihoods can be strengthened by reducing feed gaps, improving animal health, increasing manure for crops, creating jobs, and using tree-based systems to adapt to climate change.

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