UN declares 2026 as International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists:

UN declares 2026 as International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists:

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Category : Important Days Published on: January 12 2026

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  • The United Nations General Assembly, during its 76th session, designated 2026 as the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists (IYRP), with the FAO serving as the lead coordinating agency alongside other stakeholders.
  • Rangelands, which cover nearly half of the Earth’s land surface, support rich biodiversity and sustain pastoral communities whose livelihoods are closely tied to these ecosystems.
  • Pastoralists play a vital role in livestock rearing, food security, and the preservation of cultural traditions, indigenous knowledge, and ecological balance worldwide.
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