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Integrating climate change Into social protection approaches: Developing a policy framework for Jordan
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/182166
Abstract
Social protection can protect vulnerable groups from climate change but remains inadequately designed to address climate risks. This article presents a framework for climate‐sensitive social protection mechanisms proposed by Jordanian experts. Conceptually, it makes an argument for integrating shock‐responsive with transformative social protection approaches that consider compound, slow‐…
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The unrealized potential of agroforestry for an emissions-intensive agricultural commodity
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/176164
Publication year
2025
Authors
Becker, Alexander
Wegner, Jan D.
Dawoe, Evans
Schindler, Konrad
Thompson, William J.
Bunn, Christian
Garrett, Rachael D.
Castro-Llanos, Fabio
Hart, Simon P.
Blaser-Hart, Wilma J…
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Tricot Costing Template (Version 1) for Grains Crops
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/182169
Abstract
This costing tool estimates the cost of implementing a tricot trial for a specific crop. It ensures cost transparency and consistency across projects, allowing for cross-country comparisons. It also helps in distributing resources, identifying high-cost centers, and noting unnecessary additional expenses. Breeding programs will employ the tool for calculating the cost of implementing tricot trials for specific crops, thereby providing…
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From transformation to sustainability: Scaling inclusive climate services in East Africa
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/182267
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Farmers, researchers, and institutions under the ECREA project are strengthening inclusive climate services in Uganda’s bean sector, improving access to weather information, addressing gaps, and building sustainable systems for resilient farming.
Publication year
2026
Authors
Kiogora, Joseline Kanja
Kagabo,…
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Influence of variations of experimental conditions and methods on the quantification of Nitrous Oxide (N2O) emissions in sugarcane: A Meta-analysis
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/182206
Publication year
2024
Authors
Valencia-Molina, Manuel C.
Chalco-Vera, Jorge
Full Citation
Valencia-Molina, M.C.; Chalco-Vera, J. (2024) Influence of variations of experimental conditions and methods on the…
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County-level engagement in Homa Bay, Kenya to improve farmers' access to climate information
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/182227
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The Enhancing Climate Resilience in East Africa (ECREA) project continues to deepen its engagement with county partners in Kenya, following a recent call to the Director of Climate Change in Homa Bay County. The meeting provided a valuable platform to assess the project’s progress in the county and explore opportunities to strengthen the delivery of climate information to smallholder farmers…
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Login analysis of the Niakhar landscape using satellite imagery
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/182265
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This study is part of the AoW2 of the MFL project and aims more specifically to contribute to the development of more efficient and territorialized land use planning. It is intended to be closely linked to the work currently underway on updating local land use management agreements, with the aim of promoting the emergence of new, more integrated and more operational forms of territorial governance.…
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An Agrobacterium‐mediated base editing approach generates transgene‐free edited banana
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/174186
Abstract
Genome editing for the development of improved varieties is supported by the possibility of segregating out the editor T-DNA cassette after genome editing in many crop species. Removal of the T-DNA cassette prevents potential continuous editing activity in the transformed plant and furthermore facilitates regulatory approval. While transgene outcrossing of exogenous sequences is possible for many crops,…
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Exploring the relationship between plural values of nature, human well‐being, and conservation and development intervention: Why it matters and how to do it?
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/135062
Abstract
Globally, land and seascapes across the bioculturally diverse tropics are in transition. Impacted by the demands of distant consumers, the processes of global environmental change and numerous interventions seeking climate, conservation and development goals, these transitions have the potential to impact the relationships and…
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Unravelling genomic drivers of speciation in Musa through genome assemblies of wild banana ancestors
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/170319
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Hybridization between wild Musa species and subspecies from Southeast Asia is at the origin of cultivated bananas. The genomes of these cultivars are complex mosaics involving nine genetic groups, including two previously unknown contributors. This study provides continuous genome assemblies for six wild genetic groups, one of which represents one of the unknown ancestor, identified as M.…
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Breaking down the weather story: Training media for farmer-centered communication
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/182228
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In August 2025, we came together with colleagues from the Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD), the Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO), and the IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (ICPAC) for two days of hands-on media training under the Enhancing Climate Resilience in East Africa (ECREA) project.
Publication year
2025…
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Genome-wide analyses of cassava Pathogenesis-related (PR) gene families reveal core transcriptome responses to whitefly infestation, salicylic acid and jasmonic acid
Bioversity-CIAT Alliance (Bioversity-CIAT Alliance)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/107040
Abstract
Background: Whiteflies are a threat to cassava (Manihot esculenta), an important staple food in many tropical/subtropical regions. Understanding the molecular mechanisms regulating cassava’s responses against this pest is crucial for developing control…
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Enabling effective maize seed system in low-income countries of West Africa: Insights from Benin
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/130472
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Introduction Access to high-quality seeds remains a key constraint to the intensification of crop production in low-income countries. In this study, we analyzed maize seed production and distribution systems in Benin to identify leverage points for effective seed systems, a prerequisite for improving maize production. Methods Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 81 seed producers…
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Agrobiodiversity Index scores show agrobiodiversity is underutilized in national food systems
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/114925
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The diversity of plants, animals and microorganisms that directly or indirectly support food and agriculture is critical to achiev ing healthy diets and agroecosystems. Here we present the Agrobiodiversity Index (based on 22 indicators), which provides a
monitoring framework and informs food systems policy. Agrobiodiversity Index calculations for 80 countries reveal a moderate mean…
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Rank-based data synthesis of heterogeneous trials to identify the effects of climatic factors on the reaction of Musa genotypes to black leaf streak disease
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/131831
Abstract
Synthesis of crop trial data can generate insights that are not available from the analysis of individual studies, but such synthesis is often constrained by the heterogeneity of data among studies. Rank-based data synthesis provides the flexibility to combine data of heterogeneous types and from different sources. We demonstrate the…
