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Supporting Year-Round Food and Water Availability while Diversifying Farm Income and Building Climate Resilience The Integrated Rice-Field Pond System (IRFPS) is a low-input integrated farming system that enables farmers and farm businesses to generate more value from existing ricefield ponds by combining rice, fish, vegetables and, where appropriate, livestock production. Improved pond–ricefield connectivity, water and fish habitat management support diversified production from the same farm resources, with documented increases of 57% in rice yields to 3.45 t/ha and 67% in fish yields to about 65 kg/pond.
Farm-to-Feed Innovation: Turning local by-products into affordable, high-quality livestock feed Small-scale Feed Production Using Local Agricultural By-products transforms locally available agricultural and agro-industrial resources into nutritionally balanced livestock feed through locally adapted formulations, training, and appropriately selected processing equipment. The technology enables businesses, cooperatives, and farmer organizations to establish feed production and processing services adapted to local resources, infrastructure, production scale, and market demand. Local feed can be produced at approximately 34% lower cost than comparable imported feed concentrates, creating opportunities for competitive feed production, processing services, local equipment manufacturing, and supply. Initially developed and commercially deployed in Tunisia, the technology has also been implemented in Mali and Ethiopia using production configurations adapted to local conditions.
Turning Waste into Wealth for Greener Fields The processing and application of composted manures play a crucial role in enhancing agricultural practices. Goat and sheep manure, in particular, offer valuable benefits due to their nutrient-rich and naturally pelleted form. Composting this manure not only deactivates potential hazards like pathogens and weed seeds but also produces organic fertilizers, contributing to sustainable and productive farming while minimizing environmental risks.
Fast Feed, Fast Fatten, Fast Fortune: The Future of Livestock Farming! Goat and sheep fattening is a livestock management strategy emphasizing intensive feeding for quick growth and fat deposition, maximizing value within a short timeframe and minimal space. It offers a business opportunity with moderate investment, low labor, and minimal risks. The process involves purchasing young adults, restricting movement, and providing a concentrated diet, resulting in visible fattening and quick profits within three months. Breed selection, castration for males, and addressing health issues are crucial. Despite similarities to "Cut-and-Carry" systems, distinctions exist, making this approach a viable option for peri-urban dwellers in small ruminant value chains.
Low-cost fodder system for livestock The "Cut-and-Carry Fodder Systems" technology offers a transformative method for feeding animals by collecting and providing feed directly to confined livestock, an approach known as zero grazing. This system stands as an efficient alternative to traditional grazing, reducing feed wastage and maximizing the use of available vegetation resources. While it demands more labor and local vegetation, it brings several crucial advantages: Enhanced Feed Management, maximizing Crop Residues, improved Farm, asset Management and adaptability in Grazing Methods. In essence, the "Cut-and-Carry Fodder Systems" technology not only provides a more efficient way of feeding livestock but also offers the opportunity for faster growth, better resource utilization, and improved management of farm assets, contributing to increased productivity and profitability in livestock farming.
Secure Shelters, Thriving Flocks Small Ruminant Containment in Protective Sheds is a technology developed to address the challenges faced by small-scale livestock farmers. It offers a cost-effective solution for protecting goats and sheep from predators, inclement weather, and the spread of diseases to humans. By providing simple shelter options using locally available materials, this technology significantly improves the well-being and productivity of these small ruminants while remaining affordable for resource-constrained farmers.
Reduced Overgrazing and Rangeland Rehabilitation for small livestock The "Reduced Overgrazing and Rangeland Rehabilitation" is vital in addressing the pressing issues caused by overgrazing and rangeland degradation. This technology becomes crucial due to the growing population's increased demand for animal products, which results in excessive pressure on land. Consequently, overgrazing leads to soil erosion, nutrient depletion, water scarcity, and a loss of biodiversity, creating conflicts between pastoralists and farmers. Climate change exacerbates these challenges. Despite these issues, solutions exist to combat rangeland degradation. However, what's often lacking is the investment and empowerment of communities to act locally, mitigating the negative environmental impacts. Moreover, resolving conflicts and fostering political will are crucial for communities to take effective actions in managing pastures and rangelands sustainably.
Reliable, Effective, and Accessible Disease Control for Small Ruminants. The Thermostable PPR Vaccine is a critical advancement in the fight against Peste des Petites Ruminants (PPR), a highly contagious viral disease affecting goats and sheep in Africa. This vaccine offers lifetime immunity, reducing mortality rates and economic losses estimated at USD 2.1 billion annually.
Revitalize Your Pastures, Sustain Your Livestock Pasture improvement technology managed areas supporting grass and vegetation for grazing animals. Unlike rangelands, pastures receive intensive inputs like fertilizers, seeds, and irrigation. The aim is to maintain the best species and maximize productivity through various approaches, including weed control, partial land disturbance, and strategic planting of improved grasses and legumes. This technology addresses the critical need for affordable and practical feed sources, particularly for small ruminants, ultimately boosting livestock production compared to traditional rangeland management practices. Additionally, the system emphasizes climate-adapted selection of pasture species and encourages sustainable practices to prevent degradation.