Enhance the Agricultural Production with Forage Crops

Forage crops are grown for leaves and stems to provide food in the form of hay or silage to livestock animals. Learn its importance in agriculture

Forage crops provide nutrients & high-quality feed, which helps in increasing the productivity of milk and meat in overall agri production

Productivity

Forage crops help to improve soil fertility and structure, reduce soil erosion, and enhance water-holding capacity

Soil fertility

As forage crops are drought tolerant, they can grow even in the areas with absence of rainfall or with limited water resources

Drought tolerant

Forage crops provide a source of income for farmers by selling them as hay or silage which can be stored and sold throughout the year

Source of income

Forage crops can be used as part of a crop rotation, which helps to break disease cycles and reduce soil-borne pests

Pest and disease control

Forage crops are a component of sustainable agriculture, helping to promote biodiversity, reduce chemical inputs, and maintain soil health

Biodiversity