what we do
OHPI, Empowering Pastoralist communities to take ownership of their development and build resilience to external shocks from diseases, environmental disasters, and economic downturn.
Sustaining pastoralism is at the heart of OHPI. We focus on post-transhumance livestock management to promote healthy, resilient animals and sustainable grasslands. Our approach addresses both the positive impacts of transhumance—such as animal growth, environmental sustainability, and preservation of traditional practices—and the challenges, like resource conflicts, livestock loss, and environmental degradation.
By blending traditional knowledge with modern practices, OHPI enables pastoralist communities to manage livestock sustainably, protect ecosystems, and create a peaceful coexistence between pastoralists and other land users.
Through OHPI, pastoralists receive guidance on effective post-transhumance practices, including:
Animal Health and Immunity
Deworming animals and providing necessary vaccines and vitamins.
Disease Prevention
Improve drainage around sleeping areas to avoid muddy environments that can harbor diseases.
Vital Supplementation
Provide minerals like salt and limestone to enhance vitality and immunity.
Conflict Prevention
Collaborate with farmers to fence farms and prevent agropastoral conflicts.
Documentation
Complete and submit the transhumance card to the nearest veterinary service.
Grazing Area Cleanliness
Remove plastic, old cloth, and other materials that could harm animals if ingested.
Sustainable Grazing Practices
Ensure grazing areas are rich in essential nutrients or provide supplemental feed and water sources to prevent ground degradation.
Rotational Grazing
Implement managed rotational grazing to prevent soil erosion and nutrient loss.
