Global perspectives on animal genetic resources for sustainable agriculture and food production in the tropics

Philipsson, J.; Okeyo, A.M.

Global perspectives on animal genetic resources for sustainable agriculture and food production in the tropics

2006

Philipsson, J. | Okeyo, A.M.

This first module provides some insight into the need for better use of animal genetic resources (AnGR) in the context of projected demand for food in developing countries until 2020. Worldwide, 850 million people do not have enough to eat; a livestock revolution is currently underway to meet the nutritional needs for improvement of the livelihood of poor people. The module provides the background, facts and reasons for increased attention to improved utilisation and the maintenance of AnGR in developing countries. It also provides a list of some key literature. References and links are made to web resources [blue] and to other parts of this resource [burgundy]. Some case studies on breed resources and other relevant components of this resource (CD and the web version) help illustrate the issues presented. The contents of this module include, food security and livestock-keys to poverty alleviation; world animal populations increase, but not everywhere; livestock revolution underway; diversified use of livestock; diversity in animal genetic resources invaluable for future Developments; and new approaches needed for sustainable livestock improvement

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