Green Practices Guideline for Livestock Sector

1.3.4 SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENTS GOALS The livestock sector in Malaysia also plays a significant role in contributing to the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). By embracing sustainable practices, the livestock sector can actively contribute to several SDGs, ensuring a more sustainable and resilient future. Here are specific examples of how the livestock sector in Malaysia can align with and support the SDGs: SDG 2: ZERO HUNGER - The livestock sector can contribute to eradicating hunger by promoting sustainable livestock farming practices. This includes implementing efficient feed management, improving animal health and productivity, and supporting small-scale livestock farmers to enhance food security and nutrition for all. SDG 15: LIFE ON LAND - Sustainable land management practices in the livestock sector can contribute to SDG 15. This involves implementing responsible grazing management, preserving natural habitats for livestock, and reducing land degradation. By promoting biodiversity conservation and sustainable land use, the sector can contribute to preserving terrestrial ecosystems. SDG 6: CLEAN WATER AND SANITATION - The livestock sector plays a role in water resource management. By adopting water-efficient livestock watering systems, implementing proper manure management to prevent water pollution, and promoting best practices in water use, the sector can contribute to SDG 6 and ensure the availability and sustainable management of water resources. SDG 12: RESPONSIBLE CONSUMPTION AND PRODUCTION - The livestock sector can contribute to SDG 12 by promoting responsible livestock production practices. This includes reducing the use of antibiotics and growth hormones, implementing animal welfare standards, and adopting sustainable feed sourcing practices. Promoting responsible consumption of livestock products and educating consumers about sustainable choices can further enhance the sector’s contribution to this goal. SDG 13: CLIMATE ACTION - The livestock sector is both impacted by and contributes to climate change. By adopting climate-smart livestock management practices, such as improving feed efficiency, implementing methane capture systems from manure, and exploring renewable energy options for livestock operations, the sector can reduce greenhouse gas emissions and build resilience to climate change impacts. SDG 17: PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE GOALS - Collaboration among stakeholders is vital for achieving the SDGs in the livestock sector. By fostering partnerships with government agencies, research institutions, veterinary experts, and local communities, the sector can share knowledge, leverage resources, and develop innovative solutions to address sustainability challenges and promote sustainable livestock practices. 23 GREEN PRACTICES GUIDELINE FOR LIVESTOCK SECTOR