Sustainable approach to benefit livestock producers ahead of El Nino threats

Sep 22, 2026 - 07:11
Updated: 1 month ago
Sustainable  approach to benefit livestock producers ahead of El Nino threats
Sanneen Milk goat enjoy Alfalfa( lurcene) and Cowpeas

Did you know Cowpea and Lucerne are arguably the most effective feed for goat and sheep production as the protein content improves milk production, improves,reproduction upto 90% birth rate! 

They have the advantage of producing large amount of feed per hectare as much as 8 tonnes per hectare which could easily feed 100 goats for about 2 months!

This can cut your feed bill by upto 70% for the same results as giving commercial grain to goats.

Cowpea and Lucerne add nitrogen and carbon to the soil. 

Use a sustainable approach to farm and reap more profits for very little input.

Grow pigeon peas for Goat fodder 

Pigeon pea (cajanus cajan) fodder tree/shrub is a protein rich fodder choice for goat farmers.

High nutritional value
Pigeon pea fodder is packed with protein CP 18 to 22%, making it a great feed for livestock.

Drought tolerance

Pigeon peas thrive in tough conditions, 

Soil health boost Pigeon peas fix nitrogen in the soil, helping improve fertility for other crops too.

Pigeon peas feeds a wide range of Livestock

Cattle, sheep, Goats, Rabbits, Poultry.