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Livestock production systems in developing countries: status, drivers, trends.
H Steinfeld1, T Wassenaar1, S Jutzi1
1Animal Production and Health Division, Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, Rome, Italy.
Revue Scientifique Et Technique (International Office of Epizootics)
|November 11, 2006
Summary
Global livestock production is rapidly evolving, driven by economic, demographic, and dietary shifts. Asia leads this growth, impacting food safety and system dynamics across major species like cattle, pigs, and chickens.
Area of Science:
- Agricultural Science
- Animal Science
- Food Systems Analysis
Background:
- Global livestock production systems are undergoing significant transformation.
- Understanding the drivers and trends is crucial for sustainable development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the current status of global livestock production systems.
- To identify key drivers and trends shaping the sector.
- To analyze system dynamics and their link to food safety.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of global livestock production data.
- Examination of economic, demographic, land use, dietary, and technological drivers.
- Assessment of regional variations, particularly in Asia.
- Evaluation of system dynamics and adaptation to external forces.
Main Results:
- Livestock sector growth is influenced by economic, demographic, dietary, and technological factors.
- Asia exhibits the most rapid growth and structural changes in livestock production.
- Production systems demonstrate adaptability to external pressures.
- Trends have implications for food safety.
Conclusions:
- Livestock production is dynamic, with regional disparities in growth and change.
- Economic and societal shifts are primary drivers of sector evolution.
- Further research into the food safety implications of these trends is warranted.
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