11 July 2025, San Marino – The PAM Centre for Global Studies (CGS), under the supervision of Dr. Massimo Giangaspero, Professor at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine of University of Teramo, and PAM Senior Advisor on One Health, released a new report entitled “Recognition and Strengthening of Camel (Camelus dromedarius) Production Systems.”
The document, which is available at this link https://heyzine.com/flip-book/5e07919222.html, reflects the outcome of sustained research and study by CGS senior experts, and draws from scientific literature, regulatory references, and available data to provide an extensive overview of camel production systems.
As part of related initiatives, CGS participated in the Dubai Healthcare Future Summit, held from October 29–31 2024, represented by senior members of PAM Secretariat and Professor Giangaspero. During his visit, he was welcomed at the Emirates Camel Centre L.L.C, a recently established Centre with high level technological capacities, specialized on treatment of infertility in camels and application embryo transfer techniques. Discussions with Prof. Mahmoud Moussa, Head of the UEA Veterinary Department, raised the need of an in-depth investigation on the epidemiology of pathogens with the potential to negatively affect the camel productivity.
The report presents an in-depth analysis of camel production systems globally, highlighting the camel’s physiological resilience, historical domestication, and increasing economic relevance, particularly in the production of milk, meat, wool, leather, and organic fertilizer, as well as for the tourist industry and sport events. It examines both traditional and modern systems of husbandry, identifies critical health and welfare challenges, and positions camel farming as a viable and sustainable solution in the face of climate change.
To support the development of the sector, the report advocates for the integration of traditional practices with modern innovations. Key recommendations include institutional capacity building, enhancement of market access, and the implementation of digital traceability systems. The study further identifies major challenges, such as infrastructure gaps, informal practices, and the need for environmental sustainability and climate adaptation strategies.
Looking forward, PAM-CGS will reinforce its commitment to advancing the One-Health approach through strengthened cooperation with leading international institutions, including the Council of Europe, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), and the World Health Organization (WHO). //