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NAIROBI: Feeding your animals need not cost an arm and a leg due to rising prices of commercial feeds. For a cheaper and better alternative that produces higher yields, farmers are advised to grow their own nutritious fodder rich in carbohydrates and proteins in their farms.
And farmers can never run out of options, even in places that receive minimal rainfall. For a rich source of carbohydrates, experts recommend oats, a fodder crop that provides energy for the animals. The crop does well in areas adversely affected by weather, as traditional grass like nappier does not do well in very cold weather. Oats are also successfully inter-cropped with vetch, a legume that provides protein for animals.
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