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News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
About 600 million of the rural poor in developing countries rely on livestock for their livelihoods — making issues about animal food and health, farming efficiency and market access vital to reducing poverty.
(Photo credit: FAO/R. Faidutti)
Opinions and Analysis
Biofuel revolution threatens food security for the poor
Strong international policies are needed to stop the biofuel revolution threatening food security for the poor, says Siwa Msangi.
Is it time to stop treating Africa as a victim?
There is a history of resistance to the adverse effects of climate in Africa — so damage isn't inevitable, argues Katharine Vincent.
1 August 2007
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Public engagement key to animal health research
2 March 2007
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Source: Science
Media can help fight climate change in Africa
24 January 2007
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News and Features
Access to export markets 'requires policy rethink'
Southern African livestock farmers will miss out on access to export markets unless international trade restrictions are adjusted.
24 April 2008
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South Asia News in brief: 1–15 March 2008
A round-up of news from or about South Asia for the period 1–15 March 2008.
20 March 2008
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Sub-Saharan Africa news in brief: 25 Feb–12 Mar 2008
13 March 2008
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