![]() ![]() “Today, heritage breeds serve as primary reservoirs of the genetic diversity found within most domesticated species of animals. Judy Brummer, Interim Executive Director for The Livestock Conservancy. “Many of our breeds contain traits carefully developed over hundreds of years,” describes Dr. Yet, global demand for livestock products is expected to increase 70 percent by 2050. Today, ¾ of the world’s food supply draws on just 12 crops and five livestock species according to the United Nations. ![]() During the ninth annual celebration, the Conservancy is sharing the critically important message that rare breeds of livestock and poultry are an important part of the climate solutions needed for a changing planet.īiodiversity matters. ![]() The Livestock Conservancy invites you to celebrate International Heritage Breeds Week Sunday, May 21 through Saturday, May 27. ![]()
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