Fostering adaptation of livestock systems to climate change : implementation of Forage Rummy and implementation analysis in southeastern France.

Brogi, Anne

Fostering adaptation of livestock systems to climate change : implementation of Forage Rummy and implementation analysis in southeastern France.

2014

Brogi, Anne

In the context of climate change affecting grassland production, the role of extension services isevolving to match Farmers' new expectations. Forage rummy was conceived as a collective nonprescriptive tool to engage farmers in reflection on farm systems design, asses their response to thechanging climate and reflect on possible adaptations.This report presents the implementation of forage rummy in the Rhône-Alpes region. It was found to bea unique tool to visualize the impact of climate change on the farm system, giving new insights onforage balance and opening dialogue on multiple issues. However, technical, knowledge related andorganizational problems occurred and recommendations for its use were made. They include details onthe use of climatic data, format of workshops and profiles of participants.Analysis of the farm systems and the adaptations proposed through the use of forage rummy wasconducted to assess their sustainability. Agroecological indicators measuring autonomy, diversity andenvironmental impact showed that an optimum production per animal, early forage harvest, and springcalving are aspects to be considered to strengthen the farm systems studied. And that forage rummy canbe used in an agroecological approach.

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