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Monitoring report on fertilizer validation trials under the Kenya fertilizer access and nutrient use efficiency program
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/172929
Abstract
The Excellency in Agronomy (EiA) initiative in collaboration with Africa Fertilizer Agribusiness Partnerships (AFAP), Kenya
Agriculture and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO), President’s Economic Transformation Secretariat (PETS),
University of Eldoret and the Ministry of Agriculture are conducting fertilizer validation trials in Nandi County of Kenya.
The aim of…
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AgriTech4Kenya Innovation Challenge 2024: Bootcamp report
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/172945
Abstract
The AgriTech4Kenya Innovation Challenge Bootcamp, held from November 25 to 29 2024 at the Brackenhurst Conference and Retreat Centre in Limuru, brought together 25 innovative early-stage projects representing diverse regions and priorities within the Agri-Tech sector. Over the course of four days, these innovators engaged with partners, explored Kenya’s Agri-Tech ecosystem, and refined their solutions through workshops, expert…
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Agroecologia y resiliencia de los pequenos agricultores al cambio climatico: practicas agroecologia en granos basicos
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/172951
Publication year
2024
Authors
Siles, Pablo
Guillen, Jose
Full Citation
Siles, P.; Guillen, J. (2024) Agroecologia y resiliencia de los pequenos agricultores al cambio climatico: practicas agroecologia en granos basicos. 41 sl.…
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Outcome Report. Agroecological Transitions: Inclusive Digital Tools (ATDT)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/172899
Abstract
The Agroecological Transitions: Digital Tools (ATDT) project (2022– 2024), led by the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT, aimed to promote inclusive digital innovation to support farmers and technical advisors in adopting climate-resilient agroecological practices at scale. The project targeted sustainable rice production in Vietnam and sustainable beef production in Brazil, while providing global…
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Agricultural research for sustainable development in Myanmar
International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/66642
Publication year
2014
Authors
International Center for Tropical Agriculture
Full Citation
CIAT. 2014. Agricultural research for sustainable development in Myanmar. Cali, Colombia: International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT). 2p…
article
Despedida del Dr. Kanayo F. Nwanze
Con tristeza nos despedimos del difunto Dr. Kanayo F. Nwanze. Tras su fallecimiento en febrero de 2025, recordamos su impresionante legado y sus contribuciones a la mejora de la seguridad alimentaria en todo el mundo.
Nacido en Nigeria, el Dr. Nwanze comenzó su carrera científica de cuatro décadas investigando sobre la seguridad alimentaria y…
article
Tierra, vacas y balas: Una historia compleja de la ganadería y el conflicto armado en Colombia
Natalia Triana-Ángel , Mateo Pazos Cárdenas, Stefan Burkart
La ganadería en Colombia ha sido un eje central de la economía agrícola del país durante siglos, contribuyendo significativamente al sustento rural y al desarrollo nacional. Sin embargo, este sector también ha desempeñado un papel profundo en el…
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Reserva la fecha. Inscríbete para el día de demostración de CircularEconomy4Colombia
Acompáñanos en el día de demostración del Desafío de Innovación CircularEconomy4Colombia, un inspirador evento híbrido que dará a conocer las soluciones innovadoras desarrolladas por los equipos emprendedores seleccionados y empresas en etapa de crecimiento, apoyando la transición de Colombia hacia una economía circular en el sector agroalimentario…
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How a new bean variety brings health and prosperity to women farmers
Anastacia Wanjiru
A new story published by The Star highlights how women farmers in Njoro, Kenya are transforming their lives by adopting the Nyota bean: a fast-maturing, nutrient-rich variety. With support from KALRO and the Alliance, this innovation is helping farmers improve their families' nutrition, boost incomes, and build resilience to…
article
From awareness to action: Social valuation of climate change mitigation options in Kenyan dairy farming
Jesús Fernando Flórez Herrera, Stefan Burkart
In Kenya, where small-scale dairy farming is a vital part of the economy, farmers face increasing challenges from rising temperatures, changing rainfall patterns and degraded pastures. These climate risks affect productivity, making it crucial for farmers to…
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At the vanguard of food and nutrition security: Jai Rana reaps Indian Academy Endowment Award
Alie Peter Galeon
PANTNAGAR, Uttarakhand— The National Academy of Agricultural Sciences has awarded Alliance Scientist Jai Rana with the prestigious Dr. L.C. Sikka Endowment Award in recognition of his contributions to food and nutrition security in the country. The biennial award was bestowed during the XVII Agricultural…
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New climate data toolkit for agroecology developed with African Institute for Mathematical Sciences, backed by McKnight Foundation
Peter Steward, Anastacia Wanjiru
The Alliance, in partnership with AIMS and backed by the McKnight Foundation, is developing a climate data toolkit to help researchers analyze climate risks in agroecology. By integrating climate data into agricultural research, it aims to…
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América Latina y el Caribe: región de constrastes y desafíos
International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/51999
Abstract
Estrategias de acción del CIAT para enfrentar retos y oportunidades que fortalezcan
la agricultura eco-eficiente.
Publication year
2012
Authors
International Center for Tropical Agriculture
Full Citation
América…
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Livret de recettes alimentaires locales améliorées pour une meilleure alimentation, nutrition et santé des nourrissons et jeunes enfants, et des femmes en âge de procréer dans le Nord-Bénin
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/173166
Publication year
2021
Authors
Bankole, Malikath
Koukou, Elie
Bodjrenou, Sam
Boedecker, Julia
Amoussa Hounkpatin, Waliou
Full Citation…
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Soil health strategies for sorghum systems in Kenya: A training of trainers field manual
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/173156
Abstract
The Excellence in Agronomy (EiA) Initiative offers a new model and research culture, seizing these opportunities to
deliver agronomic gain at scale by facilitating efficiencies through globalized networking and aligning research and
development (R&D) priorities with demands from scaling partners through context-specific Use Cases. It utilizes
standardized analytics and decision support approaches…
