The Nomads that feed us

In her talk, Dr. Ilse speaks about Indian nomads and their animals.  She elaborates how this nomadic culture of India is proving to be a model for the rest of the world to follow. A Scientist and a social worker of German origin, she spent 20 years learning from the camel headers of Rajasthan. She is researching and actively promoting ecologically sustainable livestock development as a humane alternative to industrial livestock production. In recognition  of her work, she has been awarded the "Nari Shakti Puraskar" and the Rolex award.

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