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Seven reasons why pastoralism supports a better future

This time-tested practice works with nature and offers numerous benefits

Pastoralism, a traditional and extensive form of raising livestock, employs more than 200 million people in 100 countries. Pastoralists guide and feed their animals through diverse landscapes such as prairies, savannas or tundra.

Employing different species of local breeds that adapt to variable environments, pastoralism is critical to reducing poverty and providing food security in these areas. By working with nature, it champions productivity, sustainability and animal welfare.

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Publisher: FAO
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Organization: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations FAO
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Year: 2021
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Type: Case study
Content language: English
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