VOICED: Indigenous way of life under threat in Russia's arctic

The video discusses the migration of reindeer across the Arctic, led by Russia's indigenous Sami and Komi breeders. Traditionally, reindeer were slaughtered in December, but climate change has delayed this to February, causing significant economic losses due to reduced meat weight. To address this, a farm proposes using wind turbines to create a refrigeration system, allowing earlier slaughter. However, climate change and development pose ongoing challenges to preserving traditional nomadic lifestyles.

What is the primary reason for the reindeer migration to Love Arrow?

• To avoid harsh weather conditions

• For traditional slaughtering practices

• To find better grazing grounds

• To escape predators

How has climate change affected the timing of reindeer slaughter?

• It has made the slaughter happen in March

• It has no effect on the timing

• It has delayed the slaughter to February

• It has advanced the slaughter to October

What is the financial impact of the delayed slaughter on breeders?

• No financial impact

• A loss of 4,000,000 to 5,000,000 rubles

• A loss of 2,000,000 rubles

• A loss of 1,000,000 rubles

What solution is proposed to address the challenges posed by climate change?

• Installing a wind turbine for refrigeration

• Moving the herds to a different region

• Building a dam

• Using helicopters for transportation

What additional challenge do breeders face besides climate change?

• Development threatening traditional lifestyles

• Shortage of reindeer

• Lack of grazing land

• Predator attacks