The African Union's Inter-African Bureau for Animal Resources (AU-IBAR) has launched a survey across the 55 African Union member countries to assess the impact of the Triple C crises of : Climate-related challenges, Covid-19, and the Conflict in Russia and Ukraine on African feed and fodder systems.
The survey from the Resilient African Feed and Fodder Systems (RAFFS) project, aims to gather critical insights from key actors in the livestock sector to develop robust solutions and enhance the resilience of Africa's feed and fodder systems.
The survey targets 19 diverse categories of people, including Directors of animal production, academia, and business leaders. It seeks to understand the challenges in providing adequate feed and fodder for animals, especially in light of the disruptions caused by the Triple C crises. It delves into aspects like access, availability, price trends, and emergency measures related to feed and fodder and their subsequent impact on livestock-sourced foods.
The survey's global reach is evident in its multilingual approach, where information sessions were conducted in English, French, and Portuguese. This ensures inclusivity and facilitates comprehensive insights from experts across linguistic backgrounds.
"Stakeholders need to critically look at the feed balance in efforts to create lasting solutions in the sector. Feed and fodder play a crucial role in sustaining livestock health, livelihoods, and food security,” noted Dr. Sarah Ossiya, the project Lead.
AU-IBAR Director Dr. Huyam Salih, officially launched the survey. She congratulated the team for the efforts towards developing a comprehensive survey. “I commend the project for introducing the ICT and Business perspective to the project and incorporating a younger generation into the various roles in the project. I will offer my support to the team to ensure that you succeed.”
The Feed and Fodder Survey is a collective effort to shape the future of livestock feed systems in Africa. With experts and stakeholders collaborating on solutions, sharing insights, and collectively working toward a common goal, the survey envisions a future where livestock feed systems are robust, balanced, and capable of withstanding even the most challenging crises.
Access the survey from the link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RAFFSSurvey
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