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Filling the gaps in gene banks: collecting, characterizing and phenotyping wild banana relatives of Papua New Guinea
Bioversity-CIAT Alliance (Bioversity-CIAT Alliance)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/109912
Abstract
Since natural habitats are disappearing fast, there is an urgent need to collect, characterize, and phenotype banana (Musa spp.) crop wild relatives to identify unique genotypes with specific traits that fill the gaps in our gene banks. We report on a collection mission in Papua New Guinea carried out in…
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Physiological and structural aspects of in vitro somatic embryogenesis in Abies alba Mill
Bioversity-CIAT Alliance (Bioversity-CIAT Alliance)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/110241
Abstract
Initiation of somatic embryogenesis fromimmature zygotic embryos, long-term maintenance of embryogenic tissue in vitro or by cryopreservation, as well as maturation, of somatic embryos of Abies alba Mill. are reported in this study. For the initiation of embryogenic tissues, a DCR medium containing di erent types of cytokinins (1…
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Seasonal food availability calendar for improved diet quality and nutrition: Methodology guide
CGIAR Research Program on Agriculture for Nutrition and Health (A4NH)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/108914
Abstract
This guide presents a participatory approach to map seasonal food availability in a locality. Seasonality is one of the key factors in determining food availability, especially of perishable foods like fruits and vegetables. Information on seasonal food availability can be used as an entry point to…
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Germplasm rescue and repatriation
Bioversity-CIAT Alliance (Bioversity-CIAT Alliance)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/109655
Abstract
Due to many factors such as increase access and availability of modern varieties, change in market preferences, low productivity of native landraces and climate change, crop landraces are threatened and are at the risk of losing from the fields. Still there are many rare and unique landraces conserved by farmers in different parts of the country. Native agricultural genetic resources…
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Geographical indication
Bioversity-CIAT Alliance (Bioversity-CIAT Alliance)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/109652
Abstract
Agricultural products are generally associated with their place of production and are influenced by specific local, geographical factors such as climate and soil. A geographical indication (GI) is a sign (or name) used on products that have a specific geographical origin and possess unique qualities or a reputation associated with the product of the origin (WIPO 2004). The qualities,…
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Diversifying the sourcing and deploying methods to enhance the crop diversity
Bioversity-CIAT Alliance (Bioversity-CIAT Alliance)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/109654
Abstract
A Nepalese farmers of mountain and hill agro-ecosystem mostly grow landraces or traditional varieties of most of the crops. In some major crops like rice, wheat and maize, very old varieties are in cultivation. Insufficient research on minor crops and poor extension networks to disseminate new varieties
of major crops are the major reasons to…
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The East African Highland cooking bananas ‘Matooke’ preferences of farmers and traders: Implications for variety development
Bioversity-CIAT Alliance (Bioversity-CIAT Alliance)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/111119
Abstract
‘Matooke’ is a staple food made from Highland cooking bananas in the Great Lakes region of East Africa. Genetic improvement of these bananas for resistance to pests and diseases has been a priority breeding objective. However, there is insufficient information on fruit quality characteristics…
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Planet-proofing the global food system
Bioversity-CIAT Alliance (Bioversity-CIAT Alliance)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/106652
Publication year
2020
Authors
Rockström, Johan
Edenhofer, Ottmar
Gaertner, Juliana
DeClerck, Fabrice A.J.
Full Citation
Rockström, J.; Edenhofer, O.; Gaertner, J.; DeClerck, F. (2020) Planet-proofing the global food system.…
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In situ and ex situ conservation of coconut genetic resources
Bioversity-CIAT Alliance (Bioversity-CIAT Alliance)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/108637
Publication year
2020
Authors
Bourdeix, Roland
Adkins, Steve
Johnson, Vincent
Sisunandar, Lalith Perera
Full Citation
Bourdeix, R.; Adkins, S.; Johnson, V.; Sisunandar, P.L. (2020) In situ and ex situ…
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Basic nutrition concepts & nutrition indicators:Training manual for project management unit members
CGIAR Research Program on Agriculture for Nutrition and Health (A4NH)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/108102
Abstract
This training guide is intended to build capacity of Project management Team to transfer knowledge on basic concepts regarding appropriate dietary patterns and use of existing farming systems for better household nutrition. In referring to this manual, the Project management team will be able to…
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Assessment of the resilience of a Tartary Buckwheat (Fagopyrum tataricum) cultivation system in Meigu, Southwest China
Bioversity-CIAT Alliance (Bioversity-CIAT Alliance)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/109040
Abstract
Recent socioeconomic development, increased transport and new agricultural technology are endangering the survival of traditional agriculture and the Yi people’s traditional knowledge of cultivating Tartary buckwheat. The cultural heritage of Tartary buckwheat cultivation among the Yi
communities needs…
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Seasonal availability, sources, preferences and use of fruits and vegetables in Ibadan, Nigeria: Focus group results from Abàeja and Bagadajé
Bioversity-CIAT Alliance (Bioversity-CIAT Alliance)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/109686
Publication year
2020
Authors
Meldrum, Gennifer
Adeyemi, Olutayo A.
Filipo, Amanda de
Kennedy, Gina
Samuel, Folake
Full…
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Global trends in nature’s contributions to people
Bioversity-CIAT Alliance (Bioversity-CIAT Alliance)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/110557
Abstract
Understanding and tracking nature’s contributions to people provides critical feedback that can improve our ability to manage earth systems effectively, equitably, and sustainably. Declines in biodiversity and ecosystem functions over the past 50 y have decreased the ability of nature to contribute to quality of life. Changes in technology and adaptation in social…
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Priorities, challenges and opportunities for supplying tree genetic resources
Bioversity-CIAT Alliance (Bioversity-CIAT Alliance)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/110689
Abstract
Special issue on Landscape restoration
Publication year
2020
Authors
Kettle, Christopher J.
Atkinson, Rachel
Boshier, David
Ducci, Fulvio
Dawson, Ian K.
Ekué, Marius
Elias,…
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How to develop and manage your own community seed bank: Farmers’ handbook (updated version). Management, networking, policies and a final checklist: Booklet 3 of 3
Bioversity-CIAT Alliance (Bioversity-CIAT Alliance)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/92002
Abstract
This handbook is a companion to Vernooy, R., Sthapit, B. and Bessette, G. (2020). Community seed banks: concept and practice. Facilitator handbook (updated version). Bioversity International, Rome, Italy (https://hdl.handle.net/10568/81286).
The three…
