Livestock and the Livelihoods of the Urban Poor: A Background Document

This report examines the role of livestock in the livelihoods of urban poor, highlighting its contributions to food security, income generation, and waste recycling, while also addressing associated problems such as environmental pollution and health risks. The review explores the diverse urban livestock systems, the constraints faced by urban livestock keepers, and the implications of current policies and institutional attitudes towards urban livestock keeping. It also discusses the potential of extension services to support urban livestock keepers and suggests policy recommendations to enhance the benefits and mitigate the challenges of urban livestock keeping.

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Quick Facts
Report location:	source
Language:	English
Publisher:	Livestock Development Group
Authors:	Ruth Fuller
Geographic focus:	Global, Africa, Asia, Latin America, Caribbean, Middle East, North Africa, East Asia, Pacific, Sub-saharan Africa, South Asia, Europe, Iraq, Jordan, America, India, China, Peru, Senegal, Italy, Uganda, Cameroon, Bolivia, Indonesia, Mongolia, Nairobi, Kenya, Addis Ababa, Ghana, Mexico City, Jakarta, Buenos Aires, Lima, Brazil, Bogotá, Colombia, La Paz, El Alto, Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania, Nakuru, Hubli-dharwad, Cairo, Egypt, Khartoum, Sudan, Niayes, Senegal, Delhi, London, Port Sudan, Kano, Nigeria, Korogocho, Accra

Methods

The research method used in the report includes literature review, surveys, case studies, and stakeholder meetings to gather information on urban livestock keeping. It involves analyzing the historical trends, current practices, and the socio-economic impact of livestock on urban poor households. The method also assesses the policy environment and institutional attitudes towards urban livestock keeping, as well as the constraints faced by urban livestock keepers.

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Key Insights

The report provides a comprehensive analysis of urban livestock keeping, focusing on its significance for the urban poor in developing countries. It reviews the historical context, the variety of livestock systems, and the motivations of different social groups for engaging in livestock keeping. The benefits of urban livestock, such as improved nutrition, income, and waste management, are discussed alongside the challenges, including legal restrictions, lack of resources, and health concerns. The report also examines policy responses, ranging from supportive to restrictive, and the role of extension services in promoting sustainable urban livestock practices.

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