Pastoral monitoring bulletin for the northern region of Côte d’Ivoire – February-March 2026

Gradual decline in pastoral resources (pasture and water)
The overall body condition of small ruminants is good, but that of large ruminants is declining.
Animal diseases reported (foot-and-mouth disease, diarrhea, avian influenza)
Functional markets but virtually no pastoral support
Terms of trade are broadly balanced
Livestock feed shortages in some areas
Deteriorating security situation in Bounkani