A new working paper by scientists from the World Agroforestry Centre examines the role of tree fodder in livestock systems and the growing of fodder for diversification in East Africa.

Among the fodder systems discussed in the paper are farmer managed natural regeneration of trees and shrubs, cut-and-carry livestock feeding systems and the growth of fodder crops.

In particular, the predicted impacts of climate change on fodder production are analyzed in the paper and suggestions made for adaptation measures. These include: better fodder tree stock, increased availability of a wide range of tree fodder species and enhanced extension services to support planting, propagation and use.

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Dawson IK, Carsan S, Franzel S, Kindt R, van Breugel P, Graudal L, Lillesø J-PB, Orwa C, Jamnadass R. 2014. Agroforestry, livestock, fodder production and climate change adaptation and mitigation in East Africa: issues and options. ICRAF Working Paper No. 178. Nairobi, World Agroforestry Centre.