Adoption of the Rhizobium inoculation technology for pasture improvement in Sub-Saharan Africa
Khonje, D.J.
The production of high quality livestock and livestock products depends on adequate and nutritious pastures. Such good pastures need to be cheaply produced by incorporation of legumes instead of using large quantities of expensive nitrogen fertilizers. In most Sub-Saharan Africa the potential of such pastures is high. However, for proper establishment legumes should be inoculated with an appropriate Rhizobium inoculant. A major constraint to exploiting the Rhizobium inoculation technology is that most farmers are not aware of the technology and its benefits. Efforts should be made to increase farmer awareness and appreciation of the technology through a multi-disciplinary team approach.
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