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Mr. Basiru Darboe

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Organization: MINISTRY OF FISHERIES WATER RESOURCES AND NATIONAL ASSEMBLY MATTERS
Country: Gambia
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AS FISHERIES INSPECTOR, FISHING MONITORING AND CONTROL SUIVELLENCE DEPARTMENT OF FISHERIES...

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    • Mr. Basiru Darboe

      MINISTRY OF FISHERIES WATER RESOURCES AND NATIONAL ASSEMBLY MATTERS
      Gambia

      Small-scale livestock farming involves various components and forces that contribute to its development. these include access to land, water, and other resources availability of inputs such as feed and veterinary services, market access, and supportive policies and regulation. 

      Agricultural cooperatives and partnerships also play a crucial role in promoting small-scale livestock farming by providing farmers with access to markets, inputs, and technical assistance.

      policy strategies that support small-scale livestock farming include measures to improve access to credit, extension services, and market information. government can also provide incentives for the development of small-scale livestock farming, such as tax breaks and subsidies for inputs and equipment. in addition, policies that promote sustainable land use and conservation can help to ensure the long-term viability of small-scale livestock farming 

      agricultural cooperatives and partnerships can help small-scale livestock farmers overcome some of the challenges they face, such as limited access to the market and inputs. By pooling resources and sharing knowledge and expertise, farmers can improve their productivity and profitability cooperation can also provide a platform for farmers to advocate for their interests and influence policy decisions that affect their livelihoods.

      in summary, the components and forces involved in the development of small-scale livestock farming include access to resources, supportive policies and regulations, and the role of agricultural cooperation and partnership. by addressing these factors, governments and other factors,  government and other stakeholders can help to promote the growth and sustainability of small-scale livestock farming 

       

    • Mr. Basiru Darboe

      MINISTRY OF FISHERIES WATER RESOURCES AND NATIONAL ASSEMBLY MATTERS
      Gambia

      The voluntary guidelines for securing sustainable small-scale fisheries in a contest of food security and poverty eradication

      1. governance and institutional frameworks: The guidelines emphasize the importance of effective governance structures and institutions to support sustainable small-scale fisheries. This includes the involvement of fishers and their communities in the decision-making process.

      2. resources management: The guidelines promote the adoption of sustainable fishing practices such as the use of selective fishing gear, the establishment of protected areas, and the implementation of the fisheries management plan.

      3. social and economic aspect: the guidelines recognised the importance of securing of livelihood of small-scale fisher and their communities.

      4. Harvest and value chain: the guidelines highlight the importance of improving post-harvest losses and improving the quality of fish products. they also emphasize the need to promote fair and transparent value chains that benefit small-scale fishers.

      5. climate change adaptation: the guidelines recognized the vulnerability of small-scale fisheries to climate change impact and stressed the importance of integrating climate change adaptation measures into fisheries management strategies 

    • Mr. Basiru Darboe

      MINISTRY OF FISHERIES WATER RESOURCES AND NATIONAL ASSEMBLY MATTERS
      Gambia

      The development of a voluntary code of conduct on sustainable use of plastic in agriculture involves creating a set of guidelines and principle that farmers and agriculture stakeholders can voluntarily adopt to promote the responsible and sustainable use of plastic materials in agriculture practices. The code of conduct aims to address the environmental and social impact associated with plastic, use of agriculture, such as plastic pollution soil degradation, and negative effect on biodiversity. it may include recommendation on reducing plastic waste, promoting recycling and reuses, and raising awareness among farmers and the wider agricultural community. The development of such of code requires collaboration between government agencies, agricultural organizations, researchers, and other relevant stakeholders to ensure its effectiveness and widespread adoption.

    • Mr. Basiru Darboe

      MINISTRY OF FISHERIES WATER RESOURCES AND NATIONAL ASSEMBLY MATTERS
      Gambia

      FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization) and civil society organizations can engage with better by collaborating and working together towards common goals. This can be achieved through various means such as:

      1. communication and dialogue: FAO and civil society organizations can engage better by initiating open and transparent communication channels. this can involve regular meetings, forums, and discussions to exchange ideas, share knowledge, and address concerns.

      2. partnership and collaboration: FAO and civil society organizations can form partnerships and collaborate on projects and initiatives. This can include joint research, advocacy campaigns, capacity-building programs, and implementation of sustainable development projects.

      3. inclusion and participation: FAO  and civil society organizations can be actively involved better in decision-making processes. This can be done by ensuring their representation in relevant committees, task forces, and working groups. It is important to provide a better with a platform to voice their opinions, concerns, and suggestions.

      4. capacity building and empowerment: FAO and civil society organizations can engaged better by providing them with training, resources, and support to enhance their skills and knowledge this can enable better to actively participate in agricultural and rural development activities, contribute to policy discussions, and implement sustainable practices.

      5. Information sharing and awareness raising: FAO and civil society organizations can be engaged better by sharing information best practices, and success stories. this can be done through workshops, seminars, publications, and online platforms. it is important to raise awareness about the importance of a better role in agriculture and rural development.

      overall, FAO and civil society organizations can engage better by recognizing their expertise, involving them in decision-making processes, and providing them with the necessary support and resources to contribute effectively to sustainable development.