Farmers in West Africa have long relied on native species such as African mahogany, African rosewood, and Afzelia africana to sustain livestock during drought.
IYRP 2026 is a global initiative to spotlight the essential role that rangelands and pastoralists play in ensuring food security, safeguarding ecosystems, and fighting climate change.
Since its first season in 2021/22, the farm has reduced its emissions intensity by 9.5% and absolute emissions by 23.5%.
Nestlé did not specify its reason for leaving but reiterated its dedication to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, including methane, across its supply chains.
Nigeria spends an estimated $1.5 billion annually on dairy imports, according to government data, with local production covering less than 40% of demand. Arla’s expansion aims to chip away at that gap.