By Katherine Zavala | Asia Program Director, IDEX
The pastureland developed in Patliya village in India has benefited people and they harvested 6000 bundles of grass (6000 kg) this year. This is being used for their cattle. This is essential as an animal's diet can have a profound influence on the nutrient content of its products. Grass-fed cows will tend to produce leaner meat with healthier fats such as omega-3 fatty acids. At the same time, harvesting grass minimizes soil erosion and reduces leaching (the loss of water-soluble plant nutrients from the soil, due to rain and irrigation).
During this reporting period two new pastures have been identified in Godaghati and Manpuriya Ka Guda village for development. The plans are being finalized for implementation. The work will be carried out in May and June 2007.
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