Camel livestock in the Algerian Sahara under the context of climate change: Milk properties and livestock production practices

Boudalia, Sofiane; Gueroui, Yassine; Zebsa, Rabah; Arbia, Tarek; Chiheb, Ammar Elhassen; Benada, M’hamed; Hadri, Zouheyr; Youcefi, Abdeldjalil; Bousbia, Aissam

doi:10.1016/j.jafr.2023.100528

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“…Further, a genetic improvement program that might boost productivity and profitability might be advantageous. Small holders may benefit from this by receiving a fair and secure income and good working conditions, which could contribute significantly to social equity and local economies [95].…”

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Camelids for Sustainability: A Socio-Economic Perspective

Kishore,

Pal,

Sarkar

2024

AJEE

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The Camelidae family includes the Old-World camelids, represented by the Dromedary (one-humped) camel (Camelus dromedarius) and Bactrian (two-humped) camel (Camelus bactrianus), as well as the New-World camelids, also known as South American camelids (SACs), which consist of Llama (Lama glama), Alpaca (Lama pacos), Guanaco (Lama guanicoe), and Vicuña (Vicugna vicugna). Known for their resilience, camelids exhibit specialised anatomical, physiological, and behavioral adaptations that enable them to thrive across a spectrum of challenging environments—from arid deserts to the elevated Andean highlands. Apart from being an intertwined part of cultural heritage, camelids emerge as vital economic contributors for local communities, providing invaluable resources such as fibre, milk, and meat, thereby playing a central role in the economic well-being of these regions. Amidst the escalating effects of climate change, with conventional agriculture and livestock production becoming virtually impossible, these miracle species are emerging as the centrepiece of global interests. This paper aims to promote awareness of the crucial roles played by camelids by investigating their inherent connection with the traditions and heritage of indigenous communities while also examining their contribution for ensuring sustainable economic growth and food security.

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Camelids for Sustainability: A Socio-Economic Perspective

Kishore,

Pal,

Sarkar

2024

AJEE

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“…In extensive ruminant production systems, as opposed to intensive ones, there is significantly greater potential for ruminant performance gains and methane emission mitigation through appropriate forage supplementation and feed selection to enhance forage and total diet digestibility [101,102]. 10 Nkosi et al [83], 11 Gebremariam and Brhanu [67], 12 Hao et al [97], 13 Mengistu et al [98].…”

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“…In order to deal with these effects, there is an urgent need to transform agriculture, livestock farming, and food systems towards more sustainable production methods that respect the environment and meet consumers' expectations while providing substantial income and good working conditions to the local farmers [10][11][12][13][14]. The reduction in carbon footprints and greenhouse gas fluxes, the production of environmentally friendly and healthier food products, as well as the genetic conservation and preservation of local breeds that are well-adapted to the local environment, are potential strategies that can be profitable and can safeguard natural resources for future generations [8,[15][16][17][18].…”

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Alternative Approaches to Feeding Small Ruminants and Their Potential Benefits

Boudalia,

Smeti,

Dawit

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Animals

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Small ruminants, such as sheep (Ovisaries) and goats (Capra hircus), contribute to approximately 475 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (MtCO2e) greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, accounting for approximately 6.5% of the global emissions in the agriculture sector. Crop residues, silage, grasses, hay, browse, plant leaves, shrubs, agro-industrial by-products, poultry litter, and other alternative feed sources are frequently utilized for small ruminant production. The use of these valuable alternative feeds can significantly improve animal productivity and reduce carbon footprints and GHG fluxes, making it both environmentally friendly and cost-effective. Additionally, these alternative feeds possess antioxidant, antimicrobial, and antiseptic properties that can enhance the quality of the meat and milk produced. By impacting the bacteria involved in ruminal biohydrogenation, alternative feeds can reduce methane emissions and contribute to a decrease in the carbon footprint. Overall, the use of alternative feed sources for small ruminants generally improves their apparent nutrient digestibility and productivity, and has an impact on the production of greenhouse gases, especially methane. Finally, this review recommends evaluating the economic analysis of reducing methane emissions in small ruminants by utilizing different feed sources and feeding techniques.

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“…There are no published reports detailing the economic impact of subclinical mastitis in dromedary camels on a daily, annual, or per-animal basis. In Algerian pastoral settings, obtaining cooperation from camel breeders is particularly challenging (Boudalia et al, 2023). The conditions of nomadism, remote pastures, and extensive mobility without a reliable system for identification and traceability further complicate efforts in this regard (Gherissi et al, 2020).…”

Section: Economic Importance Of Camel Subclinical Mastitismentioning

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Review on Subclinical Mastitis in Dairy Camels

Djeddi,

Houssou,

Rabah

et al. 2024

Journal of Applied Veterinary Sciences

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Camel livestock in the Algerian Sahara under the context of climate change: Milk properties and livestock production practices

Cited by 7 publications

References 77 publications

Camelids for Sustainability: A Socio-Economic Perspective

Camelids for Sustainability: A Socio-Economic Perspective

Alternative Approaches to Feeding Small Ruminants and Their Potential Benefits

Review on Subclinical Mastitis in Dairy Camels

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