Alpacas in Peru: Bridging Threads of Science and Culture

Vienna (Austria), 07/03/2024

The seminar will highlight current alpaca research in Peru - from genetics and rangeland management to animal welfare. The event will also show the importance of alpaca rearing for local communities in the Andes. Textiles made from alpaca fibre will be on display.

Launch of IYC activities in the Russian Federation at the World Wildlife Day 2024

Moscow (Russia), Evento híbrido, 04/03/2024

The FAO Liaison Office with the Russian Federation, within the framework of the World Wildlife Day 2024 «Connecting People and Planet: Exploring Digital Innovation in Wildlife Conservation», hosted a Roundtable at the UN House in Moscow to launch activities dedicated to the International Year of Camelids in the Russian Federation. 

Agenda of the Roundtabl...

Ships of the desert - From Ancient Camels to Sustainable Livestock under Climate Change

Vienna (Austria), 27/02/2024

Public discussion about the "Ships of the desert", the evolution and origin of camels and their purpose in the modern world under climate change.

On the Backs of Camels

Vienna (Austria), 27/02/2024 - 26/01/2025

Living together with camels and their close relatives shapes cultures. It is a source of livelihood for people around the world and part of their cultural identity. In a special exhibition scheduled to begin in 2024, the Weltmuseum Wien will explore the many aspects of life with dromedaries, Bactrian camels, llamas, and alpacas and will examine the effect that these animals

Proyección del documental "Alpaqueros" en la exposición “On the Backs of Camels”

Vienna (Austria), 27/02/2024 - 26/01/2025

Proyección del documental "Alpaqueros" dirigido por Mercedes Lamborelle en la exposición "On the Back of Camels" en el Weltmuseum Wien, que tendrá lugar entre el 27 de febrero de 2024 y el 26 de enero de 2025. El documental se centra en los retos y oportunidades para los productores de alpaca en Perú. 

Inicio de actividades del Año de los Camélidos en Macusani - Puno

Macusani (Perú), 26/02/2024

En Macusani, ubicada a más de 4,300 metros de altura en la provincia de Carabaya, Región de Puno, se dio inicio a las actividades del Año Internacional de los Camélidos, organizadas por la FAO. Con la participación de autoridades del Ministerio de Desarrollo Agrario, la Dirección General de Desarrollo Ganadero del Perú, y el alcalde de Carabaya, Edmundo Cáceres, junto con cientos de criadore...

Cross-cultural Exchange on Camel Well-Being

Nagaur (India), 15/02/2024 - 16/02/2024

The purpose of this workshop is to discuss the status quo and the factors that currently undermine camel well-being and conservation in Rajasthan and identify possible solutions, taking advantage of the presence of a team of North American camel ranchers during the Nagaur Cattle Fair. It will bring these experts together with the Raika and other camel herders of Rajasthan who are the holders of...

Ceremonia de anuncio del Año Internacional de los Camélidos 2024 por parte del Ministerio de Desarrollo Agrario y Riego del Perú

Lima (Perú), 30/01/2024

Para el Perú, la declaratoria del 2024 como Año Internacional de los Camélidos-AIC significa reflexionar sobre lo que representan los camélidos sudamericanos como un patrimonio ancestral que une el recurso social con el animal, así como el hecho de que es la única actividad económica con sostenibilidad. potencial para más de 90 mil familias ganaderas que viven en zonas inhóspitas por encima de ...

Launch of International Year of Camelids in Mongolia

Ulaanbaatar (Mongolia), 26/01/2024

Mongolia is home to the two-humped Bactrian camels and for centuries, camels have sustained Mongolian nomadic herders, through their milk, meat, and fibre, amidst harsh climatic conditions. Moreover, camels, a symbol of strength and resilience, are an integral part of the Mongolian culture. This year has been declared as the International Year of Camelids (IYC) by the United Nations, shining...

Camelids | Heroes of Deserts and Highlands: Nourishing People and Culture

Armagh (United Kingdom), 20/01/2024 - 29/06/2024

In our new temporary exhibition we look at evidence of awareness of camelids in the Western world through printed sources available in the Library. Come and learn about the fascinating Camelid family that includes dromedaries, wild Bactrian camels, Bactrian camels, guacanos, llamas, vicuñas, alpacas!