Agroforestry Enhances Dairy Farming Resilience in Benin Amid Climate Challenges
Agroforestry Enhances Dairy Farming Resilience in Benin Amid Climate Challenges
US · Published Jan 29, 2026
Agroforestry boosts milk production nearly threefold compared to traditional grazing in Benin.
Integrating indigenous trees enhances cattle health and calf survival rates.
Agroforestry provides a climate-smart solution, improving resilience and sustainability in dairy farming.
Agroforestry boosts dairy resilience in Benin
In Benin's drylands, livestock farming is facing increasing climate pressures, with shorter rainy seasons and more frequent heatwaves affecting pasture availability. A recent study highlights the benefits of integrating indigenous trees into dairy farming systems, known as agroforestry. This approach involves growing crops, livestock, and trees together, providing shade and nutrition to cattle during dry periods.
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