Restoration of grazing lands by One CGIAR researchers and partners researchers and partners

Abstract

Brief about the restoration of grazing lands in Tunisia, East Africa, and Colombia, highlighting innovative approaches adopted by One CGIAR researchers and partners. The initiative addresses rangeland degradation caused by climate change, increasing livestock densities, and unsustainable grazing practices. In Tunisia, short-duration, high-stocking-rate opportunistic grazing and silvopastoral enriched seasonal exclosures are being implemented to improve forage availability and ecosystem health. In East Africa, techniques such as short-resting and invasive species control are enhancing rangeland resilience. Meanwhile, Colombia's rotational grazing and spontaneous tree regeneration practices aim to restore degraded pastures and enhance biodiversity. These strategies not only improve livestock production but also contribute significantly to climate change mitigation and sustainable land management.