LD4D 2024: Transformative Achievements Pave the Way for an Impactful 2025
With over 1,600 professionals across the globe, LD4D has evolved from an information broker to a dynamic force driving sustainable livestock development.
Key Achievements in 2024
In 2024, our diverse network of experts transformed how we leverage data and evidence to create meaningful impact. We accomplished the following actions:
- Launched new LD4D Impact Statement emphasizing our commitment to sustainable and inclusive livestock systems, with a strong focus on gender equality
- Initiated two new Solutions Groups: Climate Finance and Livestock Solutions Group, and the Feed Baskets Group
- Established the Digital Innovations for Livestock Data workstream
- Maintained a thriving Gender & Livestock Data Community of Practice
- Enhanced LD4D member experience and communication channels
Our recent Annual Meeting exemplified our collective vision, bringing together members worldwide to celebrate our remarkable progress and chart an ambitious and collaborative path forward for data-driven sustainable livestock development. Read the meeting summary and watch the recording to get more information on those highlights above.
Our path forward in 2025
Your continued engagement powers our mission to drive data-driven decisions towards sustainable livestock development. We are grateful for the expertise, passion, and commitment our members bring to our shared goals.
Here are some ideas on how you can make the best of your LD4D membership and knowledge products:
- Climate Finance: Leverage community-created evidence briefs and contribute to policy discussions
- Gender: Join our Community of Practice and upcoming discussions with Gender data innovators including partner organizations: Tanager and Ripple Effect
- Feed Baskets: Provide food for thought to nurture our working group development - stay tuned!
- Digital Innovation: Participate in our February eConversation with Digital Agri Hub - sign up today.
Get Involved:
- Looking to partner? Join us in transforming livestock through collaborative data solutions - connect with Ana Miranda, our LD4D development manager
- Not a member yet? Registration is free and opens doors to a world of collaboration
- Stay connected through our LD4D LinkedIn page, Newsletter, and direct communication at ld4d@ed.ac.uk
Thank you for being an essential part of this journey and we look forward to working together in 2025.
