"CDCS conducts action research across 16 districts of Bangladesh to identify economically viable climate smart livestock technologies from 50+ global innovations."
As climate variability continues to challenge livestock production systems in Bangladesh, the need for scalable, sustainable, and context-driven solutions has become increasingly urgent. To address this, CDCS®, in partnership with ACDI/VOCA under the USDA-funded Bangladesh Climate Smart Livestock (BCSL) Project, conducted a comprehensive Landscape Assessment of Climate-Smart Livestock (CSL) Practices across 16 climate-vulnerable districts. This pioneering study serves as a foundational step toward designing interventions that enhance resilience, productivity, and environmental sustainability in the livestock sector.
The assessment systematically examined the current state of CSL technology adoption in Bangladesh and identified promising innovations for future promotion and scaling. Focusing on five critical areas—feed and fodder, breeding and genetics, disease prevention, manure management, and livestock hygiene—CDCS® evaluated each practice for technical feasibility, farmer adaptability, and environmental benefit
Out of 50+ global and local technologies, the study shortlisted 12 priority technologies for potential adoption, and conducted economic viability and cost-benefit analyses for 7 technologies deemed most suitable for local contexts.
Far from being a one-time study, this landscape assessment marks the beginning of targeted and transformative action. CDCS® remains committed to working with the USDA BCSL Project and national partners to translate these insights into actionable pilot programs, investment opportunities, and policy guidance. By bridging research with real-world implementation, CDCS® is helping build a livestock sector that is climate-resilient, economically viable, and environmentally responsible—a model for sustainable rural transformation in Bangladesh.
