Grazing systems keeping ASAL areas green despite climate change effects

Often marginalised, and with high rates of poverty. Pastoralists earn their living through a mix of pastoralism and small-scale agriculture. Isiolo residents have developed a pasture and grazing management system. This ensures their animals never lack feed and counters climate change effects. In Laikipia, we drove for six hours in Borana conservancies. Our host turned tour guide told us the names of different wild animals, even without asking. But we were not there for the wild; we needed to find out how conservancies help pastoralists keep animals alive during drought. “This report was written and produced as part of a media skills development program delivered by the Thomson Reuters Foundation. The content is the sole responsibility of the author and the publisher.” Read the full story on standard.co.ke Link: https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/lives... Story - Kelley Boss Cameraman - Japheth Makau Editor - Kelley Boss www.Farmers.co.ke is the site for authoritative multimedia agricultural and agribusiness content. #FarmKenya Visit us today for farming news, agribusiness tips, practical expert advice and industry updates. SMS: 22071