Guidelines for establishing national level feed and fodder multi-stakeholder platforms (MSPS)

Abstract

In response to recurring feed and fodder shortages that undermine livestock productivity and livelihoods, these Guidelines deliver a concise, adaptable blueprint for designing and operationalizing Multi-Stakeholder Platforms at continental and national levels. By blending clear objectives, governance principles, customizable tools, and a country-adaptation checklist, users can replicate a standardized MSP model that fosters coordination, drives investment, and strengthens resilience across diverse contexts. This resource supports practitioners, policymakers, and development partners in building cohesive platforms that align local actions with continental standards for sustained sector transformation. These Guidelines therefore provide a standardized yet adaptable blueprint for establishing MSPs that ensure homogeneity of process and outputs, while allowing country teams to customize implementation. By embedding continuous learning loops and continental collaboration, MSPs become the driving force for transforming Africa’s feed and fodder landscape, boosting livestock productivity, and strengthening food security across the continent.