SERIE | Sustainable Agriculture: Livestock and Animal Husbandry

Project Type: PDP State Program
Funds awarded in 2024: $33,000.00
Projected End Date: 06/30/2025
Grant Recipient: University of Puerto Rico
Region: Southern
State: Puerto Rico
State Coordinator:
Nicolás M. Cartagena
University of Puerto Rico
Description:
Video to promote sustainable agriculture practices implemented in Puerto Rico, sponsored by the Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education Program (SARE). This summary compiles the information presented and explains how to promote animal health and welfare on sustainable farms through proper housing, high-quality feed, controlled grazing, and respect for the 'Five Freedoms' of animals. It also highlights Puerto Rico’s Law 154 on animal protection, strategies to reduce methane emissions through improved diets, and the critical role of responsible livestock production in food security and environmental conservation
Type:
Video
Target audiences:
Farmers/Ranchers; Educators; Researchers; Consumers
This product is associated with the project "2024 - 2025 Puerto Rico Sustainable Practices Outreach Project"
Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and should not be construed to represent any official USDA or U.S. Government determination or policy.