11 district-level yak associations came together to formally announce the formation of the Yak Chauri Farmers’ Federation Nepal

Yaks are central to the identity and livelihoods of high mountain communities. Today, 11 district-level yak associations came together to formally announce the formation of the Yak Chauri Farmers’ Federation Nepal.The Federation will articulate the issues of yak herders, diversification of yak-based livelihoods, and explore ways to sustain yak herding in a fast-changing world. The event was organised by ICIMOD, Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development.