Vétérinaires Sans Frontières Belgium – 2026 Symposium: Herders’ March & Pastoralism

The annual symposium of Vétérinaires Sans Frontières Belgium will have a very special format this year: it will mark the arrival of the Belgian section of the European Herders’ March. From 28 September to 13 October, Belgian herders Toon and Johan Schouteden will cross Belgium with a flock of 300 sheep, travelling from Achelse Kluis to Brussels. Together with their partners*, they aim to deliver a strong message in support of pastoralists, rangelands and extensive livestock keeping.

At their invitation, Loupa Pius, a pastoralist from Karamoja (Uganda), will join the march to connect the Belgian story with pastoral realities around the world.

Free in-person event – open to everyone

*The European Herders’ March in Belgium is an initiative of Agentschap Natuur en Bos, Animal Welfare Solutions, Vétérinaires Sans Frontières Belgium, Steunpunt Levend Erfgoed, Vlaamse Schapenhouderij and vzw De Herder.