Pastures play an important role in mitigating climate change. As carbon sinks, they absorb CO2 from the atmosphere through photosynthesis, storing it in soil organic matter and plant biomass. This process helps to reduce the concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, related to mitigating global warming. In addition, pastures help to conserve biodiversity, stabilize soil and regulate the water cycle, further enhancing their impact on climate change mitigation. By promoting sustainable pasture management practices, we can maximize their positive contribution to climate change mitigation efforts.

Innovation Group led by the Scientific Research Institute of Livestock and Poultry with local farmers from the Ahangaran district in Tashkent region is making significant strides in advancing sustainable pasture management practices through innovative approaches. By implementing strategies such as rotational grazing systems, the introduction of drought-tolerant desert forage plants, and breeding Merino sheep for efficient pasture utilization, the group is pioneering sustainable land management practices. This initiative has been established within the framework of a joint project between the UNDP and the Ministry of Agriculture, generously funded by the European Union "Supporting an inclusive transition to a green economy in the Agri-food sector and development of a climate-smart Uzbek Agriculture Knowledge and Innovation System" (EU-AGRIN).