A New Book on Dromedary Camel Anatomy

A new book “Anatomy Atlas of the Dromedary Camel” will be released soon this year in UAE. We have received the following information about the book.

Name: SHAJU THANIKUNNEL SKARIA

Company Name: Maisloon Printing Press L.L.C

Address: P.O. Box 23010, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

Email:maisloonprintingpressllc@gmail.com

Closing Ceremony - International Year of Camelids 2024 held at Rome (Italy)

The International Year of Camelids (IYC) closing ceremony took place on Monday, 30 June 2025, from 19:45 to 21:15 at FAO headquarters, as a side event of the 44^th Session of the FAO conference (28 June – 4 July).

The closing ceremony highlighted the key achievements and lessons learnt from the IYC, while promoting continued collaboration among stakeholders to build on its legacy. It was also aimed to sustain the momentum between the IYC (2024) and the upcoming International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists (2026).

The closing ceremony featured an exhibition in the FAO Atrium throughout the duration of the FAO conference. This exhibition highlighted the social, cultural and economic importance of camelids and promoted the consumption of the goods they produce. It featured booths showcasing camelid products, a photo exhibition, multimedia products, and a camelid parade. The exhibition was inaugurated prior to the closing ceremony with tastings of camelid products and cultural performances.

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