Ruminant farmers must look beyond conventional feeds because nature provides many affordable options around us during rainy seasons when resources are abundant and available for animal nutrition. Use nature wisely.

Lack of knowledge limits many farmers from harnessing natural feedstuffs like elephant grass and Gliricidia sepium which grow widely and can reduce feeding costs while supporting cattle, sheep and goats.

Gliricidia sepium offers fresh feed for animals during scarcity periods and also acts as a natural herb that strengthens immunity, improving overall health and performance. Explore local resources always daily.

Thinking outside the box helps farmers discover valuable feed sources around their environment instead of depending heavily on expensive commercial feeds. Smart feeding increases profit and sustainability. Plan wisely carefully.

Let us embrace available natural feedstuffs during rainy seasons because they save money and promote healthier animals through proper nutrition. Every farmer can achieve success with knowledge. Feed smart today.

Warm regards.

Abdullah Opeyemi Akande
B.Agric. (FUNAAB)
GAS (NIAS)
M.Sc. Animal Sci. (UI)
RAS (NIAS)
M.Sc. Int’l Business (UU, UK)
Ph.D. in view