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Hunger and poverty: the role of biodiversity: Report of an International Consultation on the Role of Biodiversity in Achieving the UN Millennium Development Goal of Freedom from Hunger and Poverty, Chennai, India, April 18-19, 2005
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104693
Abstract
Agricultural biodiversity plays a central role in household food security and income generation, and thus in achieving Millennium Development Goal (MDG) 1 of halving the proportion of hungry…
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Nutrition transition in Zambia: Changing food supply, food prices, household consumption, diet and nutrition outcomes
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/101589
Abstract
The nutrition transition literature has generally drawn on epidemiologic and demographic changes to make its argument, because in many cases broader data are not available on the drivers of nutrition change. Going further, this paper draws on wider food systems literature, and includes food price and…
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How diverse is tree planting in the Central Plateau of Burkina Faso? Comparing small-scale restoration with other planting initiatives
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/105559
Abstract
In the Sahelian region, different approaches are being used to halt environmental degradation and restore tree cover, with varying degrees of success. Initiatives vary according to projects’ objectives, type of land to restore, and technical practices used (natural regeneration, farmer-…
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Lok me loko kit tim pa dano: buk matidi me kwena dwe me adek
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/107214
Abstract
Buk ma tidi me kwena man ki yubu ki gen ni bibedo ki adwogi madit pien pwonyo bitime ki i ot. Man aye diro ma ki tiyo kwede me kubu kin yo mapatpat i tute man. Pwony man ocung ikom tyen lok ma pire tek angwen;1. Tim mapatpat me medo rwom me pit ki me pur.2. Yo mapatpat ma ki nyuto mupore me pit.3. Tic ki lim me wilo gin acama ki pit mupore.4. Lengo ki…
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Safeguarding Intangible Cultural Heritage: a practical guide to documenting traditional foodways: Using lessons from the Isukha and Pokot communities of Kenya
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104605
Abstract
This document presents the results of documentation of traditional foodways conducted in the East Pokot community of Kenya within the project ‘Safeguarding traditional foodways of two communities in Kenya. The documentation was undertaken between 2010-2012…
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Bioversity International in focus [Focus areas 1 -3 ]
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/67457
Publication year
2007
Authors
Cherfas, J.
Moore, C.
Full Citation
Cherfas, J.; Moore, C. -2007-Bioversity International International in focus [Focus areas 1 -3 ]- -Bioversity International
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Le palmier dattier en Tunisie: I. Le patrimoine génétique - Volume 2
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104735
Publication year
2005
Authors
Abdelmajid, R.
Full Citation
Abdelmajid, R. (2005) Le palmier dattier en Tunisie. 255 p. ISBN: 978-92-9043-677-5, ISBN: 92-9043-677-8
Publication Type
Book…
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Manual de apoio à formação e treino em conservação ex situ de recursos fitogenéticos
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104357
Abstract
Os recursos fitogenéticos são a base da subsistência da humanidade. Suprimem as necessidades básicas e ajudam a resolver problemas como a fome e a pobreza. No entanto, foram-se perdendo, principalmente pelo uso inadequado que deles fazemos, assim como pela destruição dos seus habitates. Dada a sua vital importância é necessário…
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Mashua: Tropaeolum tuberosum Ruíz & Pav.
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104385
Abstract
This series of monographs intends to draw attention to a number of species which have been neglected in a varying degree by researchers or have been underutilized economically. It is hoped that the information compiled will contribute to: (1) identifying constraints in and possible solutions to the use of the crops, (2) identifying possible untapped genetic diversity for…
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Establishment and management of field genebank: A training manual IPGRI-APO, Serdang
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/105309
Abstract
Many important varieties of field, horticultural and forestry species are either difficult as their seeds, if produced, are recalcitrant or reproduce vegetatively. Genetic resources of such plant species are generally conserved in field genebanks. Despite the often-cited drawbacks, field genebanks provide easy and ready access to…
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FAO/IBPGR technical guidelines for the safe movement of musa germplasm (2nd edition)
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104195
Abstract
These guidelines are divided into 2 parts. The first makes general recommendations on how best to move Musa germplasm, technical protocols and seed treatment. The second part covers 5 important virus diseases of quarantine concern (abaca mosaic potyvirus, banana bract mosaic potyvirus, banana bunchy top nanavirus, banana mosaic (…
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FAO/IBPGR technical guidelines for the safe movement of vanilla germplasm
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104297
Abstract
These guidelines are divided into 2 parts. The first makes general and technical recommendations on how best to move Vanilla germplasm and mentions institutions recovering and/or maintaing pathogen-tested material. The second part covers the important virus diseases of quarantine concern. The information given on any particular pest or pathogen…
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FAO/IBPGR technical guidelines for the safe movement of edible aroid germplasm
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104256
Abstract
These guidelines are divided into 2 parts. The first makes general recommendations on how best to move aroid, particularly Colocasia and Xanthosoma, germplasm and mentions available intermediate quarantine facilities. The second part covers the important insect and nematode pests and viral and fungal diseases of quarantine concern. The…
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Descriptores de pasaporte para cultivos múltiples FAO/BIOVERSITY V.2.1 [MCPD V.2.1] - Diciembre 2015
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/76136
Abstract
La lista de Descriptores de pasaporte para cultivos múltiples V.2.1 (MCPD en inglés), es una actualización de la publicación del 2012. El MCPD V.2 fue una revisión del documento original de la FAO/IPGRI que se publicó en el 2001, y que se amplió para acomodar necesidades emergentes tales como una mayor utilización de…
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Assessing the effectiveness of projects supporting on-farm conservation of native crops: evidence from the high Andes of South America
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/68400
Abstract
This paper presents an approach for assessing the effectiveness of projects aimed at creating incentives for smallholder farmers to continue maintaining crop diversity under evolution on their farms in relevant centers of genetic diversity—a process known as on-farm conservation. It is…
