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The global population's rapid growth are coupled with food security challenges which underscores the livestock critical role by providing nutrient-rich foods. Livestock-derived products, including meat, milk, and eggs, serve as vital sources of high-quality protein and essential micronutrients to address nutritional deficiencies in vulnerable populations. Livestock systems including small mixed farms, urban production units, and livestock-dependent societies collectively support food security for billions by mitigating malnutrition and economic disparities. These systems contribute significantly to global meat, milk, and egg production while enhancing sustainability by resource recycling and waste utilization. However, disparities persist, with intensive production models in wealthier regions exacerbating food access challenges in poorer nations. In developing nations, livestock production systems must balance ethical considerations, environmental sustainability, and the growing demand for animal protein. Consequently, we can bridge the gap between food availability and accessibility, fostering resilience and equity in food systems worldwide by recognizing the pivotal contributions of livestock to global nutrition and implementing inclusive policies.