Draught Animal Power .... An Overview

FOOD AND AGRICULTURE ORGANIZATION OF THE UNITED NATIONS:

Animal power is expanding in Africa. It is widespread and persistent in Asia and Latin America.
Animal power has many benefits.
Women, men and children all benefit from animal power.
Animal power is a forgotten solution.
The technology is simple and reliable but needs attention.
Animal power is sustainable and environmentally friendly.
Animal-powered transport: profitable, increasing production and stimulating development.
Well-managed animals are dependable power sources.
Animals are complementary to other power sources.
Animal power issues should be encompassed within development strategies.
Animal power can be sustained by the private sector if a favourable policy environment exists.
Animal power needs a positive image.
Animal power can be improved through participatory methods.
Animal power can be developed through collaboration.