Charting a path to more sustainable livestock value chains with a Rangelands Stewardship Council and a rangelands standard

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2024-07-09

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Abiy, R. and Flintan, F. 2024. Charting a path to more sustainable livestock value chains with a Rangelands Stewardship Council and a rangelands standard. Blog Post. Nairobi, Kenya: ILRI.

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Establishment of a global Rangelands Stewardship Council and rangelands standard

In response to these issues, the Global Environment Facility funded project Sustainable Investments in Large-Scale Rangelands Restoration (STELARR) implemented by IUCN, ILRI and partners is aiming to attract private sector finance for rangeland restoration through sustainable livestock value chains.

Such investments will require incentives and, together with the UNCCD, STELARR is supporting the Sustainable Fibre Alliance (SFA) to develop a global rangelands standard under the oversight of a global Rangelands Stewardship Council. This standard will establish a framework to promote sustainable management practices across rangelands worldwide, rewarding producers for producing products through such practices. A collaborative approach involving existing programmes and diverse perspectives addresses the complexities of rangeland management at all levels. Incorporating the One Health perspective ensures environmental conservation, social responsibility, animal welfare and economic viability. Products produced under this standard will carry a label, allowing producers to charge a premium. For more information, see this film.

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SDG 13 - Climate action

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LIVESTOCK; RANGELANDS; VALUE CHAINS
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