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Item Livestock discourse analysis for the UN Food Systems Summit process(Report, 2021-04) Marchmont CommunicationsItem Bringing Livestock Research and Business Together for Sustainable Agriculture(Blog Post, 2019-11) Ferrari, MireilleItem ¿Qué relación existe entre crédito agropecuario, la ganadería y deforestación? Un análisis espacial en Colombia(Brief, 2021-11) Mejía, Daniela; Díaz, Manuel Francisco; Enciso, Karen; Burkart, StefanEn los países en desarrollo, el crédito agropecuario ha jugado un papel vital en el apoyo a la producción agropecuaria: se ha sostenido que, en compañía de otros elementos políticos y económicos, el crédito puede ser una herramienta útil para impulsar la innovación, mejorar la asignación de recursos y, adecuadamente orientado, puede contribuir a reducir las brechas de desigualdad, generando con ello un ciclo de prosperidad económica. No obstante, y aunque el alcance y las cantidades de los créditos han aumentado a lo largo de los años, también se han hecho evidentes algunas falencias asociadas a los procesos de expansión, generando discusiones acerca de la eficiencia de este mecanismo en los aumentos de la productividad y, consecuentemente, en la mejora general de las condiciones socioeconómicas de la población rural.Item What is the relationship between agricultural credit, cattle, and deforestation? A spatial analysis in Colombia(Brief, 2021-11) Mejía, Daniela; Díaz, Manuel Francisco; Enciso, Karen; Burkart, StefanIn developing countries, agricultural credit plays a vital role in supporting agricultural production and productivity increases. Together with other political and economic elements, credit can be a useful tool to promote innovation, improve resource allocation, and, properly targeted, help diminish inequality gaps, thereby generating a cycle of economic prosperity. However, and although the scope and amounts of the credit have increased over the years, some shortcomings associated with expansion processes have also become evident, generating discussion about the efficiency of this mechanism for productivity increases and, consequently, livelihood improvements of the rural population.Item Youth in Colombia in view of generational transfer and income generation in the forage based livestock sector - Activity Report(Report, 2021-11-12) Triana Ángel, Natalia; Burkart, StefanAlquería, a major dairy company in Colombia, leads one of the most important rural education initiatives in the country, aimed specifically at the livestock sector (dairy farmers), their families, and new generations of young milk producers: Heirs of Tradition. After years of pilot training programs, field days, and technical training sessions, the company identified low schooling rates in milk producing areas as a key element hindering productivity, product quality, and overall continuity of new generations in the livestock industry (Triana & Ariza, 2019). The objective of Heirs of Tradition, a project operating since 2012 to the present, is that young generations of milk farmers from different, even conflict-affected regions of Colombia can be effectively trained in livestock practices at no cost, thus enhancing their knowledge and skills on subjects such as soil management, animal care, and environmental sustainability.Item Gestar cambios, transformar el sector: el caso de la Mesa Colombiana de Ganadería Sostenible(Brief, 2021-11-01) Triana Ángel, Natalia; Burkart, StefanEl sector ganadero en Latinoamérica y el mundo ostenta un potencial considerable en la producción a larga escala de alimentos, situándose así como un eje fundamental para la seguridad alimentaria global. Sin embargo, la producción ganadera es, simultáneamente, responsable de al menos el 9,5% de las emisiones de gases de efecto invernadero, encontrándose cada vez más a merced de factores y abruptos cambios climáticos derivados de una demanda constante y ascendente, lo que fuerza al sector a transformar sus formas de producción (Gerber et al., 2013).Item Políticas públicas y sistemas silvopastoriles en Latinoamérica: Un estudio comparado(Brief, 2021-10) Moreno, Leonardo; Díaz, Manuel F.; Burkart, StefanAmérica Latina y el Caribe ocupan un papel esencial en el sector ganadero a nivel mundial, a tal punto que aportan más del 25% de la producción de carne vacuna y el 10% de leche. Esta actividad genera tanto beneficios internos como externos, pues garantiza la seguridad alimentaria de los países y dinamiza las economías. La tendencia ganadera de la región no solo viene de tiempo atrás, sino que parece situarse ante un futuro prometedor. Teniendo en cuenta el crecimiento de la población mundial, se proyecta que para 2050 el consumo de carne se incremente un 100%, escenario que favorecería a los productores latinoamericanos debido a su posición geográfica y recursos humanos y naturales.Item Silvo-pastoral systems and public policies in Latin America: A comparative analysis(Brief, 2021-10) Moreno, Leonardo; Díaz, Manuel F.; Burkart, StefanLatin America and the Caribbean play an essential role in the global cattle sector since they contribute more than 25% of the global beef and 10% of the global milk production. The sector generates both internal and external benefits as it guarantees the food security of the countries and energizes their economies. Cattle production in the region not only goes back a long way but also appears to be anticipating a promising future. Considering global population growth, it is projected that by 2050 meat consumption will increase by 100%, a scenario that would favor Latin American cattle producers because of their geographical location and available human and natural resources.Item Livestock research for livelihoods: The case of LMPs(Presentation, 2021-09-15) Bahta, Sirak T.; Wanyoike, Francis N.; Swain, Braja; Teufel, NilsItem Current and future trade in livestock products(Journal Article, 2021-08-01) Enahoro, Dolapo K.; Bahta, Sirak T.; Mensah C.; Oloo, Stephen; Rich, Karl M.Item The Latin American forage seed market: recent developments and future opportunities(Poster, 2021-09) Gallo Caro, Irieleth; Enciso, Karen; Burkart, Stefan; Castiblanco, ValheriaCattle farming in the Latin American (LA) lower tropics is characterised by extensive production systems with low productivity levels and negative environmental impacts. Given the sector’s economic and social importance, we need to understand the dynamics involved with the adoption of sustainable production technologies (e.g. improved forages). Among the limiting factors in this regard is forage seed availability. Our study has two objectives: i) analysing behaviour and potential of the LA forage seed market; and ii) identifying limitations/opportunities in forage seed commercialisation. Information was obtained in 2020-2021 through literature review, database analysis on import and export of forage seeds, and in-depth interviews with 13 principal LA forage seed suppliers. Through a descriptive market behaviour analysis, the characteristics and functioning of the forage seed market were detailed for several LA countries (i.e. involved actors, market evolution and expansion limitations, informal market and future prospects). The market potential was defined from a sustainable intensification perspective, that includes the areas currently used for cattle production that require improvement strategies (productivity increases and environmental impact decreases). Our results show that the forage seed market, in the recent decade, followed particular dynamics occurring in the analysed countries. Major fluctuations have occurred in most countries, due to e.g. regulatory policies and taxes for seed commercialisation. Some countries (e.g. Bolivia) show a continuous increase resulting from formalisation processes strengthening forage technology adoption. Changes in seed preferences towards new varieties occurred in some countries, while in others, traditionally marketed varieties maintained their market shares. Among the limiting factors for improved forage seed adoption, cultural aspects, scarce collaboration among actors (research/development institutions, seed producers/distributors), slow bureaucratic processes and constant seed price variations (associated with a dependence on the Brazilian market dynamics) were identified as crucial. All studied countries present high market potential for improved forage seeds. Whether it can be exhausted or not is subject to each country’s specific dynamics that could encourage (e.g. conservation policies) or limit (e.g. land tenure insecurity) sustainable intensification processes. Our results help policy-/decision-makers in public policy formulation aimed at forage seed market development and serve seed producers/distributors for increasing market penetration.Item Public policies and silvo-pastoral systems in Latin America: A comparative study(Poster, 2021-09) Moreno Lerma, Leonardo; Díaz, Manuel F.; Burkart, StefanThe global projections of population and food demand increases by 2050 highlight the importance of Latin America as one of the future big food suppliers for our planet. The region has high agricultural potential and activities such as cattle farming can increase the global food supply, i.e. through the adoption of sustainable technologies such as silvo-pastoral systems. Despite the importance of this economic sector for the region, its negative environmental impacts (especially those of traditional extensive production systems) are numerous and the shift towards sustainability is perceived as slow and uncoordinated. This study aims at identifying both success stories and difficulties in the implementation of public policies for the development of sustainable cattle production systems in Colombia, Argentina and Costa Rica during the period 2010-2020. Based on literature review, media analysis and legal document reviews, a qualitative descriptive analysis was carried out, documenting and outlining the main political activities in the region. The results highlight the development and application of policies aimed at the use of sustainable production technologies, the adaptation of pastures to changing environmental conditions and the use of silvo-pastoral systems for cattle production. Although common successes are identified in the three countries, such as the existence of a large number of public policies aimed at promoting sustainable livestock - which is strengthened through e.g. national level development plans and legislative advances - they also coincide in difficulties, such as a minimal articulation between national and local policies and the lack of continuity of development programs. We conclude that, although the selected countries have different socioeconomic characteristics, as well as different levels of progress in the implementation of their policies, the general perception among the three countries is relatively similar to the extent that their efforts are still insufficient, i.e. when the commitments made during the COP21 are being considered. Although the advances made so far provide valuable contributions, it is necessary to treat them as a first stage in a long-range process towards sustainability, and support their continuity and further out-scaling, i.e. for reaching the ultimate goal of a broader adoption of silvo-pastoral systems.Item Covid-19 and the Colombian cattle sector: Current and potential developments, impacts and mitigation options(Poster, 2021-09-17) Burkart, Stefan; Díaz, Manuel Francisco; Enciso, Karen; Urrea Benítez, José Luis; Charry, Andrés; Triana Ángel, NataliaThe COVID-19 pandemic is affecting the Colombian cattle sector. First impacts and short-term mitigation measures are already visible in all links of the beef and dairy value chains. The full magnitude of the crisis is not yet clear but most impacts already are or will be negative and will affect the beef and dairy value chain’s performance in the near future. However, some positive trends are also occurring and could, at least to some extent, endure the crisis and help building a more resilient food system for the future. The objective of this study is to shed light on the current and potential developments, impacts and mitigation options of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Colombian cattle sector. Through literature, media and legal document review, we provide a thorough analysis for the different beef and dairy value chain links and framework conditions, and also include a perspective of how the pandemic affects more vulnerable parts of the population, rural education and on-going efforts towards sustainable intensification of the cattle sector. Our results show that consumer preferences will change towards more food safety, traceability, animal welfare and sustainability and the sector will need to understand this and push value chain formalisation and consumer communication. The transformation of the primary sector towards more sustainability and efficiency is becoming urgent, not only to increase resilience during times of crisis (as in the actual COVID-19 situation), but also to face the aggravating effects of climate change and combat inequality. Digitalisation and virtualisation have become important means during the crisis in all links of the value chains, creating opportunities for sustainably increasing sector efficiency. Research can play a fundamental role in analysing and understanding the impacts posed by the current crisis, providing technologies and recommendations for recovery, and developing solutions for building resilient food systems. Our results serve as guide for policy- and decision-makers to help understanding potential impacts of the pandemic and for the development of adequate mitigation measures in order to prepare the sector better for future crises.Item Scaling-out knowledge: how the pandemic helped spreading the voice for a more sustainable cattle sector(Poster, 2021-09-17) Urrea Benítez, José Luis; Burkart, StefanThe adaptation to the restrictions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic included considering new approaches, such as a broader use of information and communication technologies (ICTs). The Colombian Roundtable for Sustainable Cattle (MGS in Spanish) is a multi-actor platform supporting the transformation towards a sustainable cattle sector. The MGS mainly focused on face-to-face activites, such as meetings for information exchange or capacity building events in the field, which had to be stopped once the pandemic had started in Colombia. In order to mitigate the related negative impacts during the strict lockdown, four MGS member institutions (FAO, National University of Colombia, CATIE and Alliance Bioversity-CIAT) decided to organise a virtual seminar series on sustainable beef and dairy systems and value chains. The objective of this article is to describe this effort, its reach and importance for the sector, its viral spread, as well as the lessons learned. The event was comprised by four modules, each with a weekly seminar during four weeks: i) greenhouse gases; ii) biodiversity, landscapes, and ecosystem services; iii) markets and consumers, and iv) agricultural extension. Each module invited experts from different institutions/sectors, to present their (scientific) advances and approaches. Initially aimed at the 53 MGS member institutions in order to keep the exchange active and build capacities, the initiative had an outstanding record of assistance, by reaching an average of 1,300 views/week. The importance of the topics and the viralisation of the initiative gathered people from 23 countries. The feedback received was very positive, and the attendees rated the presenters regarding clarity, level of expertise, time management, and if the goals were reached. About 30% of the audience were cattle producers, reaching a key stakeholder and contributing to strengthening their capacities regarding the implementation of sustainable production technologies. Other participants came from academia, NGOs, governmental institutions, and private companies. With these promising results and a big database of people interested in sustainable cattle production, the MGS could strengthen its role as actor for a regional dialogue, and contribute to the strengthening of the public policy framework and the formulation of high impact projects for sustainable intensification.Item Upgrading Village Chicken Value Chains in Ghana: An Application of Spatial Group Model Building(Poster, 2021-09) Enahoro, Dolapo K.; Mensah, Charles; Cooper, Gregory; Rich, Karl M.Item Effect of biochar and legume biomass on Brachiaria brizantha cv. Xaraés growth parameters in Benin(Poster, 2021-09) Nambima, A.B.; Diogo, R.V.C.; Houehanou, T.D.; Paul, Birthe K.Item The effect of membership in producer organizations on women's empowerment: Evidence from Kenya(Journal Article, 2021-07) Mwambi, M.; Bijman, J.; Galiè, AlessandraIn developing countries, producer organizations (POs) are important for achieving women empowerment mainly through promoting women's access to the organization's resources and services. However, by improving access to markets and technologies, household membership in POs often results in commercialization of smallholder farming, leading to women disempowerment as men take over control of the farm. We use data from dairy smallholders in Kenya to explore the impact of membership in bargaining and processing POs on women empowerment. Applying the Women Empowerment Livestock Index, we capture six domains of empowerment: production; nutrition; resources; income; opportunities; and workload. We find that when a household joins any PO, regardless of whether the man or the woman in the household is the registered member, women achieve a higher control over production decisions, buying and selling of land and cows, use of loans and receiving dairy income. Distinguishing by gender of membership, there is stronger women empowerment when the woman in the household is a member. We also find that woman membership in bargaining POs results in greater empowerment, in terms of ownership of cows, than woman membership in processing POs. The paper suggests that women empowerment is affected by the functional characteristics of POs.Item Webinar Summary Report: Targeting Tools 2.0: Targeting and out-scaling interventions in agricultural systems(Presentation, 2021-06) Mutua, John Y.The first webinar to raise awareness on Targeting Tools 2.0 was held on the 24th November 2020 through GoToWebinar. Project team members from two ongoing projects participated: BMZ: Improved forage grasses: Making the case for their integration into humid- to sub-humid livestock production systems in Kenya and Ethiopia and IFAD: Climate-smart Dairy Systems in East Africa through Improved Forage and Feeding Strategies. Scientists from the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT guided participants through the tool’s capabilities and how to leverage the features to assess gaps and opportunities for improving and expanding the choice of intervention options while designing programmes for sustainable agricultural intensification at a range of scales. 32 participants from drawn from academia, NGO and research institutions participated in the discussions following the presentations.Item Embracing change and harnessing diversity: the roles of livestock in future food - official dialogue feedback to the United Nations 2021 Food Systems Summit(Report, 2021-05) Global Agenda for Sustainable Livestock; International Livestock Research InstituteItem Targeting Tools 2.0: Targeting and out scaling interventions in agricultural systems – Zambia(Video, 2021-04-21) Mutua, John Y.; Notenbaert, An Maria Omer