Integration of goats with crop production and other livestock production systems: Mixed farming systems in the tropics

Classifies the agricultural systems of tropical developing regions with, particularly attention to the mixed farming systems. Describes characteristics of goats which are advantageous in mixed farming systems. Examines several research and Development projects which are looking at the role of goats in mixed farming systems

Chemical composition and digestibility values for some important forage resources consumed by dual-purpose goats in western Kenya

A study conducted to evaluate the quality of some important forage resources consumed by dual-purpose goats in western Kenya - through laboratory techniques - chemical and in vitro digestion. Includes grasses, browse plants (trees, shrubs & leguminous trees) and dual-purpose (food/forage) crops

On-farm trials with dual purpose goats on small farms in Western Kenya

In IDL-663