NDLI: Cactus Pear: A Multipurpose Crop and Resilient Feed Source in Dry Environments

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Cactus Pear: A Multipurpose Crop and Resilient Feed Source in Dry Environments

Content Provider	Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR)
Author	Hassan, Sawsan Louhaichi, Mounir
Description	Cactus pear (Opuntia ficus-indica) emerges as a resilient and multipurpose crop, thriving in harsh environments with minimal inputs and poor-quality soils. This plant, with its adaptability and high water content, offers valuable products for both livestock fodder and human food, contributing to water-scarce regions. The poster addresses the challenge faced by smallholder farmers in semi-arid environments, where limited resources hinder animal feed availability. Leveraging the unique qualities of cactus pear becomes a strategic solution, particularly in North Africa, South Asia, and the Middle East. The innovative approach involves investigating cactus pear as a novel fodder source, studying farmers' perceptions and attitudes, evaluating various cactus pear accessions in diverse environmental conditions, and enhancing partners' awareness and capacity. Positive outcomes include increased demand, improved agronomic practices, and significant stakeholder interest in India, Jordan, and Tunisia. Ongoing requests for cactus pear cultivation expansion demonstrate its effectiveness in addressing the green fodder gap for low-income farmers in India. The next steps focus on changing the under-utilized status of cactus pear, addressing the cochineal threat through resistant varieties, and further research to enhance its nutritional quality.
Sponsorship	CGIAR Trust Fund
Related Links	https://cgspace.cgiar.org/items/1d485ade-cddb-45c4-be0f-d3605854e848
File Format	PDF
Language	English
Publisher	Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT
Access Restriction	Open
Rights License	CC-BY-4.0
Subject Keyword	Animal Feed Opuntia Ficus-indica Cactus Agricultural Sustainability Cactus Pear Multipurpose Crop
Content Type	Text
Resource Type	Poster
Subject	Agronomy and Crop Science Food Science Plant Science

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