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Semi-permanent Pastures in Livestock and Cropping Systems

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Semi-permanent pastures are pastures that are established for a few years to cover the soil and provide feed for livestock. These pastures are typically converted into cropping lands after a few years. When there is a break in the cropping phase, farmers may find it difficult to leave the land idle.

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List of Pastures Associated With Crops

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Pasture species are incorporated into other crops to provide optimum benefits, ranging from environmental protection to various economic advantages. Both native and improved pasture species can be used for this purpose. The major benefit of this system is the increase in grain and forage yields of the crops (e.g.,

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Livestock Producers Invited to Participate in Pasture Cropping Survey

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producers who have livestock grazing on grassland to complete an online survey on pasture cropping and livestock grazing. Researchers from South Dakota State University, West Texas A&M University, and Texas A & M AgriLife Research are inviting U.S.

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Role of Pastures in Nigerian Agriculture

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However, the crop-livestock integrated system is most commonly found throughout Nigeria. While improved pastures are primarily established in research institutes, universities, and other private farms, the majority of farmers rely on pastures from natural rangelands.

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Factors Affecting Successful Pasture Establishment in Nigeria

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Several factors influence pasture production in Nigeria, including climatic, soil, and socio-economic factors. Additionally, the types of soil on which pastures are grown directly impact their productivity. There is a positive correlation between the amount of vegetation cover and soil moisture content.

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Improved Pastures in Livestock Production

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Improved pastures are pastures that have undergone breeding, selection, and improvement for better yield and livestock performance. They differ from native pastures because they are mainly exotic or imported from other countries. They can also be introduced from one region to another within the same country.

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Understanding Permanent Pastures For Livestock Feeding

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Permanent pastures are established for many years (several decades) to provide a continuous feed source for livestock. These pastures can either be native or sown, depending on the farmer’s choice. They are commonly established in farms with large numbers of livestock to prevent feed shortages during periods of scarcity.

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