Imagine growing grass taller than humans in the middle of the Sahara Desert 🌵→🌿. That’s exactly what Chinese expert Zhang Hong’en achieved in Mauritania using Juncao—a supercharged feed crop dubbed ‘the grass of happiness’ by locals.
Zhang, director of a livestock tech center in the West African nation, brought seedlings from northwest China’s Ningxia region. In just 50 days, the drought-resistant plants rocketed to over 4 meters—enough to feed herds of livestock and spark hope for food security.
‘This isn’t just grass—it’s a game-changer,’ Zhang told reporters. The fast-growing crop now provides year-round fodder, helping Mauritanian farmers combat harsh desert conditions while boosting local economies.
The project highlights China’s growing role in global sustainable agriculture. Who knew grass could be this revolutionary? 💡🌍
