admin | July 17, 2026
Agro-sylvo-pastoralism is a system of land management that combines agriculture (crop production), forestry (management of forests or trees) and pastoralism (animal production). It combines animal husbandry and agriculture, and is practiced in forested or tree-covered areas. It aims to optimize the use of natural resources while meeting the economic and social needs of rural communities. In some cases, agro-sylvo-pastoralism can be included in the definition of agroforestry.
Agro-sylvo-pastoralism has always existed in Africa. Many farmers practiced it without knowing much about it. Today, this practice is growing, not only because it provides farmers with a good income, but also because it is a method of combating climate change.
This radio script reflects the views of farmers who combine farming, livestock production, and the environment. It is based on interviews with three guests, including two farmers, one of whom grows cocoa.
To produce this script on your radio station, you can use voice actors or actresses to play the role of the interviewees. In this case, please be sure to inform your listeners at the beginning of the program that the voices are those of actors or actresses, and not those of the original interviewees. It should be made clear that the program has been adapted for your local audience, but is based on real interviews.
If you want to create programs on agro-sylvo-pastoralism, talk to farmers and an expert on these issues.
For example, you might ask your interviewees the following questions:
- What attracted you to agro-sylvo-pastoralism?
- What are the benefits for the community and the environment?
- What are the main challenges and how can we overcome them?
- Is the income from agro-sylvo-pastoralism sufficient to support a whole family?
Length of program, including intro and extro: 25 to 30 minutes.