Pastoralism and Its Challenges

What was the next agricultural innovation after the domestication of crops and livestock?

• Industrial farming

• Pastoralism

• Aquaculture

• Hydroponics

Which animal is NOT mentioned as being kept by pastoralists in the transcript?

• Goats

• Camels

• Yaks

• Sheep

Which region is highlighted as facing significant challenges for pastoralists due to policy changes?

• Sub-Saharan Africa

• Eastern Europe

• Southeast Asia

• South America

How did sub-Saharan pastoralists historically contribute to the health of African grasslands?

• By using chemical fertilizers

• By building irrigation systems

• By guiding livestock to graze specific amounts

• By planting trees

What is a consequence of pastoralists being confined to drought-stricken lands?

• Increased crop yields

• Improved livestock health

• Deadly consequences for herds

• More fertile soil

What is one way pastoralists have historically managed land sustainably?

• By building dams

• By deforestation

• By seasonal migration

• By using pesticides

What is a major economic challenge faced by sub-Saharan pastoralists?

• High crop prices

• Stable market conditions

• Low and volatile sale prices

• Abundant government subsidies

What is one proposed solution to help pastoralists achieve fair market conditions?

• Increasing taxes on livestock

• Reducing the number of pastoralists

• Establishing standards for meat quality and sale price

• Banning international trade

What percentage of sub-Saharan pastoralists are female?

• 75%

• 25%

• 90%

• 50%

What is a key change that could benefit pastoralists globally?

• Reducing livestock numbers

• Increasing urbanization

• Implementing stricter land use policies

• Recognizing the value of pastoral mobility