Animal performance in grass monoculture or silvopasture systems using tree legumes[1]
Gomes da Silva et al discuss their study on animal performance in grass monoculture or silvopasture systems using tree legumes. Silvopasture systems (SPS) area management option to enhance delivery of ecosystem services and diversification of income. The experimental design was randomized complete b...
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Published in | Journal of animal science Vol. 98; pp. 27 - 28 |
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Main Authors | , , , , , , , , |
Format | Journal Article |
Language | English |
Published |
Champaign
Oxford University Press
01.11.2020
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Summary: | Gomes da Silva et al discuss their study on animal performance in grass monoculture or silvopasture systems using tree legumes. Silvopasture systems (SPS) area management option to enhance delivery of ecosystem services and diversification of income. The experimental design was randomized complete block with three replications. The results revealed that Gliricidia enhanced animal performance and provided ecosystem services. Mimosa, however, reduced animal performance likely due to the competition with signal grass Mimosa trees, however, are an important source of income (timber used for fence posts) and that might overcome the losses in animal performance. |
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ISSN: | 0021-8812 1525-3163 |