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The roles of livestock in developing countries
1International Livestock Research Institute, PO Box 30709, Nairobi, Kenya. m.herrero@cgiar.org
Animal : an International Journal of Animal Bioscience
|November 6, 2012
Summary
Livestock are vital for developing economies, providing income and nutrition. Sustainable intensification is key to balancing their socio-economic benefits with environmental protection for future growth.
Area of Science:
- Agricultural Economics
- Environmental Science
- Animal Science
Background:
- Livestock are crucial for livelihoods, income, employment, and nutrition in developing countries.
- The livestock sector's growth, driven by population and income increases, raises environmental concerns regarding resource use and greenhouse gas emissions.
- Interactions between livestock and the environment present both positive (manure as fertilizer) and negative (water pollution, resource inefficiency) aspects.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore strategies for managing the growth of the livestock sector in developing countries.
- To identify opportunities for sustainable intensification to enhance efficiency and reduce environmental impact.
- To examine the socio-economic and environmental trade-offs in livestock production systems.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of socio-economic roles of livestock in developing economies.
- Assessment of environmental impacts, including resource use and greenhouse gas emissions.
- Evaluation of sustainable intensification practices and their potential benefits.
Main Results:
- Livestock provide essential economic and nutritional benefits but also pose environmental challenges.
- Sustainable intensification offers a pathway to increase efficiency and mitigate negative environmental externalities.
- Market orientation, regulation, and social acceptance are crucial for successful intensification.
Conclusions:
- Balancing livestock sector growth with environmental sustainability requires strategic management and policy interventions.
- Sustainable intensification, supported by robust institutions, is essential for maximizing benefits while minimizing environmental costs.
- Addressing disease risks and ensuring social safety nets are critical components of livestock sector development.
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