Feed and Forage Biosciences Program

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  • Presentation speakers
    • Jean Hanson, ILRI

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  Overview of program’s purpose

  • Quality and quantity of feeds limit livestock productivity
  • Genetic diversity from the genebank is the key to any forage improvement programme
  • Upstream research in genetics and genomics can enhance selection and feed improvement

   

   

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  • Is this good science? (Is it important; is it robust; is it relevant; is it in demand)
  • Does it help us reach ILRI strategic objectives?
    • science-based practices that achieve better lives through livestock
    • compelling scientific evidence persuasive for smarter policies and bigger investment
    • increased capacity to better use livestock science and investments for better lives through livestock.

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