Pasture and forage crops - SS2 Agriculture Past Questions and Answers - page 2

Elephant Grass is a tall grass with thick stems and long, narrow leaves, commonly used in Nigerian pastures for its high productivity.

Legume species like Stylo contribute to pasture ecosystems by improving soil fertility through nitrogen fixation and providing nutritious forage for livestock.

"Cut-and-carry feeding" involves harvesting forage crops and transporting them to livestock rather than letting animals graze freely in pastures.

Buffel Grass is valued for its drought tolerance, making it suitable for Nigerian pastures in arid regions where water availability is limited.

Including legume species in pastures can benefit overall pasture health by enhancing soil fertility through nitrogen fixation and providing a balanced diet for grazing livestock.