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Nicaragua: Low-carbon livestock

One Country One Priority Product

Year of publication 2024

Place of publication Santiago, Chile ;

Pages 1 p.

Author FAO

Publisher FAO ;

Product type Brochure, flyer, fact-sheet

Synopsis (short abstract) This report highlights Nicaragua’s efforts to promote low-carbon livestock as part of the One Country One Priority Product (OCOP) initiative. Livestock production is a cornerstone of Nicaragua’s economy, involving 164 000 families, 80 percent of whom are small and medium-sized producers. The sector is a leading regional exporter of beef and dairy products, with 80 percent of farms adopting sustainable practices. National daily milk production reaches 4.2 million liters, reflecting the competitiveness of Nicaraguan producers in Central America’s export industry.The initiative identifies key challenges, including improving supply chain efficiency, ensuring equity in market integration, and meeting international quality standards. It emphasizes the need for sustainable farming practices to minimize environmental impact and address competition from dairy substitutes. Strengthening organizational structures within cooperatives and private companies is also crucial for enhancing market access and achieving broader integration into sustainable markets.Supported by FAO, the Nicaraguan Dairy Sector Chamber, and the Foundation for Agricultural and Forestry Technological Development (Fundación para el Desarrollo Tecnológico Agropecuario y Forestal de Nicaragua, FUNICA) this initiative aims to position Nicaragua as a leader in low-carbon livestock. By addressing these challenges and promoting innovation, the program seeks to enhance the sector’s resilience, sustainability, and contribution to the country’s economic development while ensuring environmental conservation.

Last updated 20/12/2024, see corrigendum.

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