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Action Plan for the Dynamic conservation of the Oldonyoyokie / Olkeri Project area

Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS)

Year of publication 2016

Place of publication Rome, Italy ;

Pages 30 p.

Publisher FAO ;

Product type Project

Edition 1

Synopsis (short abstract) In Kenya, the Maasai Pastoral System was identified as the best example of a resilient system deserving of preservation in line with the GIAHS objectives. Its dynamic conservation through the right policy support would ensure food security and livelihood sustenance.

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