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Unbundling water and land rights in Kilifi County, Kenya: a gender perspective
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/132404
Abstract
Feminist scholars and activists have drawn attention to the importance of
women’s land rights, and studies focused on irrigation have explored the gendered
relationships between land and water rights. Yet little of this work has focused
on the relationship between land and water rights for domestic and productive
purposesmore broadly.Within rural communities, women andmen have diô€€€erent
rights to both land and…
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Understanding farmer options, context and preferences leads to the co-design of locally relevant agroecological practices for soil, water and integrated pest management: A case from Kiambu and Makueni agroecology living landscapes, Kenya
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/155355
Abstract
Agroecology, as a holistic approach to sustainable food systems, is gaining momentum globally as a key approach to addressing current challenges in agricultural and food production. In sub-Saharan Africa, despite numerous efforts to address declining soil…
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Interspecific common bean population derived from Phaseolus acutifolius using a bridging genotype demonstrate useful adaptation to heat tolerance
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/132661
Abstract
Common bean ( Phaseolus vulgaris L.) is an important legume crop worldwide and is a major nutrient source in the tropics. Common bean reproductive development is strongly affected by heat stress, particularly overnight temperatures above 20°C. The desert Tepary bean ( Phaseolus acutifolius A. Gray) offers a promising source of adaptative genes…
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The state of food composition databases: Data attributes and FAIR data harmonization in the era of digital innovation
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/173951
Abstract
Food composition databases (FCDBs) are essential resources for characterizing, documenting, and advancing scientific understanding of food quality across the entire spectrum of edible biodiversity. This knowledge supports a wide range of applications with societal impact spanning the global food system. To maximize the utility of food composition data, FCDBs must adhere to…
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Diversity and utilization of indigenous wild edible plants and their contribution to food security in Turkana County, Kenya
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/131093
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Introduction Indigenous Wild edible plants (IWEPs) are consumed daily in some form by at least one in seven people worldwide. Many of them are rich in essential nutrients with the potential for dietary and nutrition improvement particularly for poor households. They are, however, often overlooked. This study investigated diversity, consumption frequency, and…
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Economic evaluation of supplementation with Canavalia brasiliensis CIAT 17009 in a Colombian dual-purpose cattle system
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/176257
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Introduction In the dual-purpose cattle systems of the Colombian Caribbean region, the grass Bothriochloa pertusa (Colosuana) is predominant. Despite its overall good performance, its productivity and quality significantly decline during dry seasons, leading to feed shortages and production slumps. Supplementation with legumes and improvement of pasture conditions are…
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Pathogen and pest communities in agroecosystems across climate gradients: Anticipating future challenges in the highland tropics
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/179300
Publication year
2026
Authors
Mouafo-Tchinda, Romaric A.
Plex Sulá, Aaron I.
Etherton, Berea A.
Okonya, Joshua S.
Nakato, Gloria Valentine
Xing, Yanru
Robledo, Jacobo
Adhikari, Ashish
Blomme, Guy…
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Situating the “human” in forest landscape restoration
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/174945
Abstract
Globally, forest landscape restoration (FLR) is gaining ground, alongside other forms of restoration under the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration. In most cases, projects and initiatives fail to consider human dimensions that influence the processes and outcomes of the restoration effort. These dimensions refer to how and why humans value natural resources; how humans want resources to be managed; and how humans affect or are affected…
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Comparative profitability of agroecological practices in Ethiopian wheat farming
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/172793
Abstract
Introduction: Agroecology is increasingly promoted as a pathway to sustainable food production, aiming to maximize natural resource use while minimizing external inputs with harmful environmental effects. Agroecological practices can enhance farm productivity while ensuring environmental sustainability. However, these practices often require higher initial investments compared to business-as-usual (BAU)…
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Advancing sustainable silvopastoral practices for achieving zero deforestation in the Colombian Amazon
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/177985
Publication year
2025
Authors
Buritica, Alexander
Ngaiwi, Mary
Moreno, Manuel
Gonzalez, Carolina
Castro-Nunez, Augusto
Full Citation
Buritica, A.; Ngaiwi, M.; Moreno, M.; Gonzalez, C.; Castro-Nunez, A. (2025)…
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Drivers and impacts of mobile phone-mediated scaling of agricultural technologies: A meta-analysis
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/168823
Abstract
Mobile phone-mediated scaling of agricultural technologies (MPSATs) attracts attention as an effective approach for promoting agricultural development and sustainability. Despite the growing interest, a comprehensive understanding of drivers of MPSAT at the farm level and the evidence base of their impacts remains limited. To fill this gap, we conducted a systematic literature review and meta…
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Sandy soil reclamation technologies to improve crop productivity and soil health: A review
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/173755
Abstract
Sandy soils are characterized by low soil moisture content and nutrient retention due to high permeability, limiting crop productivity and threatening food security in arid and semi-arid regions worldwide. Various reclamation technologies have been developed to address these challenges, but their effectiveness has not been comprehensively evaluated. This systematic review evaluated the performance of…
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Enacting theories of change for food systems transformation under climate change
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/115530
Abstract
In the past few years, we have seen growing calls for a transformation in global food systems in response to multiple challenges, including climate change. Food systems are responsible for a third of global greenhouse gas emissions from human activity and agricultural yields are at risk due to climate change impacts. Although many proposals have been made, there are fewer insights on what these imply for…
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Measuring the holistic performance of food and agricultural systems: a systematic review
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/173627
Abstract
Measuring the performance of food and agricultural systems is critical for their transformation towards a sustainable, healthy, and resilient future. To guide decisions and ensure agrifood systems deliver multiple functions, a holistic systems perspective is needed. Previous reviews of assessment approaches have focused primarily on the farm level and have been limited in their scope and definition of…
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Unpacking food environment policy landscapes for healthier diets in “emerging” countries: the case of Viet Nam
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/174279
Abstract
Objective: Food systems and food environments are evolving rapidly in Viet Nam, concurrently with significant shifts in dietary patterns and health outcomes. This study aims to identify critical gaps in the national regulatory framework governing food environment in Viet Nam and to propose actionable recommendations to overcome these gaps.
Results: Using the Food Environment…
