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| Gning, Martha C.. |
| This paper presents a case study of how livestock policies are made and implemented in a national context, and how they can be improved to better serve the interests of the poor. The government estimates that nearly 85 percent of Burkinabè households rely upon livestock for some portion of their income. Furthermore, livestock accounts for approximately 25 percent of the country's exports. Socially, livestock provides a way for young adults to learn the responsibilities of adulthood, a method for family members to fulfill social obligations, and a means for women to support their families. Considering its social and economic significance, livestock must take center stage in efforts to improve Burkinabè livelihoods. The study used the key informant... |
| Tipo: Working or Discussion Paper |
Palavras-chave: Livestock Production/Industries; Political Economy. |
| Ano: 2005 |
URL: http://purl.umn.edu/23780 |
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| Gning, Martha C.. |
| This paper presents a case study of how livestock policies are made and implemented in a national context, and how they can be improved to better serve the interests of the poor. In Senegal, approximately one-third of all households depend on livestock for some portion of their livelihood, yet, the sector has not received significant state or private investment, nor has it received a significant amount of bi-lateral and international assistance. The study used the key informant method supplemented with official documents, newspaper sources and recently published research on the livestock sector. Interviews helped reveal policymakers' concerns, whereas field trips allowed the researcher to talk to farmers and learn their perspectives from the bottom.... |
| Tipo: Working or Discussion Paper |
Palavras-chave: Senegal; Policymaking; Livestock; Rural development; Poverty; Livestock Production/Industries; Political Economy. |
| Ano: 2004 |
URL: http://purl.umn.edu/23763 |
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