# Chad Hosts National Livestock Fair to Boost Pastoral Economy The event showcases diverse animal breeds and promotes local dairy product processing. - **Source:** [RFI – Afrique](https://www.rfi.fr/fr/afrique) - **Published:** 2026-11-10 - **Topic:** [Business](https://brifing.si/c/business) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/2e36a8b1-6587-4d57-9253-fd53047ea725 ## National Livestock Gathering The National Livestock Fair in Chad brings together breeders from all 23 provinces to the capital, N'Djamena. Running from November 4 to 10 at the Place de la Nation, the event serves as a central hub for professionals to exchange knowledge and showcase the country's diverse pastoral resources and livestock. ## Diverse Animal Showcase The exhibition features a wide array of animals, including cows, bulls, zebu, dromedaries, goats, rams, and horses. Dr. Abakar Mahamat Nour Malay highlights the unique Kouri breed, which is distinguished by its lack of a hump, a straight back, white coat, and large, bulbous horns, representing Chad's rich genetic heritage. ## Competitive Breeding Standards To incentivize quality, the fair organizes three distinct competitions focused on weight, milk production, and physical beauty. These contests aim to crown the most remarkable specimens, encouraging breeders to adopt better management techniques. The ultimate goal is to gradually improve overall production standards across the entire national pastoral sector. ## Value-Added Dairy Products Beyond live animals, the fair dedicates significant space to processed animal products such as honey, milk, yogurt, and cheese. Local producers like Achtar from the Ayoumbou Farm demonstrate the economic potential of transforming raw milk into flavored cheeses, successfully meeting high consumer demand for locally sourced and processed food items. ## Economic Pillar Significance The pastoral sector is a vital component of the Chadian economy, providing a direct livelihood for 40 percent of the total population. By highlighting these activities, the government and organizers seek to elevate the status of traditional farming and integrate it more effectively into the broader national economic development strategy. ## Knowledge Sharing Mechanism The event functions as a platform for sharing best practices among farmers from different regions. By presenting various breeds and processing methods, the fair allows participants to learn from one another's successes. This collaborative environment is intended to foster innovation and efficiency in livestock management throughout the country's diverse provinces. ## Market Success Stories Local entrepreneurs report high demand for their processed goods, often struggling to keep up with orders. This success highlights the growing market appetite for local dairy products in Chad. Such positive feedback serves as a practical validation of the efforts to promote value-added production within the traditional livestock farming industry. ## Contextual Challenges Ahead While the fair promotes growth, the sector faces underlying tensions, including historical conflicts between farmers and herders over water resources. Addressing these systemic issues remains crucial for the long-term stability of the pastoral economy. Future progress will depend on balancing agricultural expansion with sustainable resource management and peaceful land use. ## Sources covering this story - https://www.rfi.fr/fr/afrique/20261110-tchad-un-salon-national-pour-dynamiser-l-%C3%A9levage-secteur-crucial-pour-l-%C3%A9conomie-du-pays — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._