We are implementing a pastureland and livelihood improvement plan to support sustainable development of the agricultural sector, the main economic pillar for the region and throughout Mongolia. Working in partnership with government authorities and professional agencies, local stakeholders and small and medium-sized businesses in Umnugovi aimag are collaborating to support development of agricultural production and create value by supporting herder households to develop into competitive businesses and adapt to the market economy. Elements of the plan include:
Promoting herder household’s production and their livelihood: Supporting herder households, engaged in traditional animal husbandry to develop into competitive business units adapting to the market economy.
Strengthening animal husbandry management and animal hygiene conditions
- Combining traditional methods and advanced technologies to develop healthy and high-quality animal husbandry.
- Ensuring optimal composition of livestock herds for the carrying capacity of pastureland and improving hygiene and quality of animal origin products.
Basic conditions for livestock sector and utilisation management
- Improving management of pastureland and water resources as a basis for sustainable livestock production and increasing access to water points.
Promoting the development of agricultural products and cooperatives
- Promoting herders’ initiatives related to cooperation and partnership
- Supporting capacity building of herder groups and the development, production and marketing of agricultural products.
- Providing training, counselling and capacity building initiatives.
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