cactus pear
Cactus pear as livestock feed part 4: Feed production
Just like the fruit of the cactus pear plant can be utilised in various ways, the leaves (also known as cladodes) hold significant value. There is great potential to use this plant in the livestock production industry, but it remains underexplored and underutilised in Southern Africa. Farmers can learn[...]
Cactus pear as livestock feed: Part 3
Spineless prickly pear (Opuntia spp.) is quickly making a name for itself as a sustainable and cost-effective source of livestock fodder, especially in drier regions where traditional grazing is under pressure. In addition to its nutritional value and moisture retention capacity, the plant also offers economic opportunities for farmers[...]