New research dives into Cenchrus grasses 🌾, key for forage and livestock. Scientists compared the genomes of diploid C. americanus and tetraploid C. purpureus, finding over half of their DNA is made up of repeated sequences! #PlantScience #ForageCrops
https://ow.ly/Jygz50XW7Bn

Better grasses, better pastures! 🌾 New research maps repetitive DNA in Urochloa species, key tropical forage grasses, uncovering Ty3/Gypsy retrotransposons & satellite DNA that distinguish species and ploidy. #PlantGenomics #Cytogenetics #ForageCrops
https://ow.ly/bnub50XW7rW

🌿 Winter forage tips for sheep 🐑
✅ Score condition before turnout
🦷 Check teeth for bulbs/roots
🐾 Treat foot issues fast
🌱 Gradually transition (1–2h/day to start)
🌾 Provide extra forage
💊 Offer minerals/bolus

#SheepFarming #ForageCrops #LivestockHealth