What Pastoralism Tells Us About Climate Change

Definitions of tropical pastoralism have been shaped by colonial and economic interests, often based on outdated categories. Recent research urges a critical reassessment of these classifications and their ideological roots. Pastoralism is viewed as a strategy that adapts to and benefits from environmental variability through mobility. Climate change is not just a natural issue but a socio-economic one, tied to global industrial practices. The language used to describe climate risks plays a role in shaping political responsibility and action.