Socioeconomic Implications of Livestock Intensification in Emerging Economies
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https://doi.org/10.47941/ijlp.1971Keywords:
Livestock Intensification, Environmental Stewardship, Smallholder Farmers, Rural Infrastructure, Integrated Approaches, Inclusive GrowthAbstract
Purpose: The general objective of the study was to examine the socioeconomic implications of livestock intensification in emerging economies.
Methodology: The study adopted a desktop research methodology. Desk research refers to secondary data or that which can be collected without fieldwork. Desk research is basically involved in collecting data from existing resources hence it is often considered a low cost technique as compared to field research, as the main cost is involved in executive's time, telephone charges and directories. Thus, the study relied on already published studies, reports and statistics. This secondary data was easily accessed through the online journals and library.
Findings: The findings reveal that there exists a contextual and methodological gap relating to socioeconomic implications of livestock intensification in emerging economies. Preliminary empirical review revealed that while intensification held promise for increasing productivity and improving livelihoods, it also posed risks such as environmental degradation, social inequalities, and animal welfare concerns. Despite these challenges, the research highlighted the importance of supportive policies and institutional frameworks in promoting inclusive and sustainable development. Governments played a crucial role in providing enabling environments for responsible intensification practices, while stakeholder engagement and participatory approaches ensured that the benefits reached all segments of society. Overall, the study emphasized the need for a holistic approach that balanced economic growth with environmental and social considerations to achieve sustainable livestock intensification in emerging economies.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: The Dependency Theory, Modernization Theory and Political Economy Theory may be used to anchor future studies on socioeconomic implications of livestock intensification in emerging economies. The study provided recommendations aimed at advancing theory, practice, and policy. The research emphasized the need for interdisciplinary approaches to understand the complex dynamics of intensification processes. Practically, it suggested promoting inclusive and sustainable intensification practices tailored to local contexts and involving stakeholders in decision-making. From a policy perspective, enabling environments supporting responsible intensification, including regulatory frameworks and rural infrastructure investments, were recommended. Additionally, integrated approaches to livestock intensification were advocated, recognizing the interconnectedness of social, economic, and environmental dimensions. Overall, implementing these recommendations required collaborative efforts from governments, civil society, the private sector, and researchers to address the challenges associated with livestock intensification in emerging economies.
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