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Broadening the genetic base of crop production
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104421
Abstract
This book focuses on the previously neglected interface between the conservation of plant genetic resources and their utilization. Only through utilization can the potential value of conserved genetic resources be realized. However, as this book shows, much conserved germplasm has to be subjected to long-term pre-breeding and genetic enhancement before it can be used in plant breeding programmes. The authors explore the rationale and…
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The distribution of Hibiscus L. section furcaria in tropical East Africa
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104423
Abstract
This survey is to provide the necessary background data on which germplasm-collecting expeditions could be based, by identifying those species of potential use in the future genetic improvement of kenaf and rosella and by identifying those countries and locations where collecting expeditions would be most profitable.
Publication year
1991
Authors…
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Herbarium survey of African Corchorus L. species
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104425
Abstract
A general survey of Corchorus L. species was commissioned by the International Jute Organization (IJO) to provide the necessary background data on which future germplasm-collecting expeditions could be based. The survey was required to identify those wild species of potential use in the future genetic improvement of jute, in addition to identifying the countries and locations where collecting expeditions would be most profitable…
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Forage for smallholders project: workplans for 2001
International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/56009
Publication year
2001
Authors
Roothaert, Ralph L.
Sampson, JN
Full Citation
Forage for smallholders project: Workplans for 2001. 2001. In: Roothaert, Ralph L.; Sampson, J.N. (eds.). Annual Regional Programme Meeting of the Forages for Smallholders Project, Phase II (1…
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Races and populations of maize in Yugoslavia
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104426
Abstract
This is the most extensive and the most complete study of genetic characteristics of populations in the Yugoslav corn collection conducted so far, using isozymes as gene markers.
Publication year
1989
Authors
Geric, I.
Zlokolica, M.
Geric, C.
Stuber, C.W.
Full Citation
Geric, I.;…
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El teocintle en Mexico: distribucion y situacion actual de las poblaciones. Teosinte in Mexico: distribution and present status of populations
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104428
Abstract
During a collecting mission in 1986, 103 accessions were taken from the principal areas of distribution of teocintle. This is a record of the trip and the material collected and an analysis of the data.
Publication year
1987
Authors
Sánchez G, J.
Ordaz S, L…
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Mangifera L.
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104429
Abstract
This is the first of a series which summarizes studies of the geographical distribution of species, in this case those related to the cultivated mango with the purpose of devising a plan of action for collection and conservation (in situ and ex situ).
Publication year
1985
Authors
Mukherjee, S.K.
International Board for Plant Genetic Resources
Full Citation…
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Soybean genetic resources: diversity, conservation, evaluation and utilization
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104435
Publication year
1990
Authors
Zhou Ming-De
Full Citation
Zhou Ming-De (ed.) (1990) Soybean genetic resources: diversity, conservation, evaluation and utilization. 159 p.
Publication Type
Book
Beans
Beans
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Sago palm, Metroxylon sagu Rottb.
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104446
Abstract
The true sago palm, Metroxylon sagu, has been described as mankind's oldest food plant with the starch contained in the trunk used as a staple food in southeast Asia. This booklet provides an overview of existing knowledge of the genus, with emphasis on genetic resources. Chapters cover the following topics: taxonomy, botanical description, centres of diversity, properties and uses, genetic diversity and folk taxonomy, breeding, production areas,…
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Case studies on access and benefit-sharing
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104449
Publication year
2006
Authors
Lewis-Lettington, R.J.
Mwanyiki, S.
Full Citation
Lewis-Lettington, R.J.; Mwanyiki, S. (eds.) (2006) Case studies on access and benefit-sharing. 167 p. ISBN: 978-92-9043-721-5, ISBN: 92-9043-721-9
Publication Type
Book
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National fruit catalogue of tropical fruit tree diversity (Mangifera, Citrus and Garcinia)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104530
Abstract
The Indian sub-continent is extremely rich in its plant wealth. It is one among the twelve mega diversity centers in the world, and is also one of the eight centers of origin of cultivated plants and areas of diversity of their wild relatives as classified by Vavilov. In order to protect the diversity of Tropical Fruit Tree Genetic Resources (TFTGR) in situ and through on farm conservation through…
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ECOGENLit: Economics literature on plant and livestock genetic resources
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104537
Abstract
On October 23-25, 2003, Bioversity International convened a workshop for the System-wide Genetic Resources Programme (SGRP) of the CGIAR about ”Managing Agricultural Biodiversity for Sustainable Development,” hosted by the World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) in Nairobi, Kenya. As an outcome of that workshop, SGRP commissioned a paper assessing the status of valuation methods for crop and livestock components of…
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Conservation of fruit tree diversity in Central Asia: policy options and challenges
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104574
Abstract
Central Asia is one of the most important centres of origin for temperate fruit species, and enjoys very rich specific and intraspecific diversity of fruit trees. Apple, apricot, peach, pear, plum, grape, almond, pistachio, pomegranate, and fig are among the best known crops cultivated in the region, where the diverse and extreme natural and climatic conditions have helped farmers produce varieties…
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The global diversity of taro: ethnobotany and conservation
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104711
Abstract
Taro is a staple crop for several hundred million small farmers and planters throughout the tropical world. Often associated with Asia and Pacific, it is also important in the Americas and Africa. This book explores the diversity of taros and their uses as well as the status of taro genetic resources in all the major geographic regions where it is grown. While new market opportunities and taro's versatility are responsible for…
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Coconut recipes from around the world
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104769
Abstract
This book is the outcome of a joint effort of Bioversity International and COGENT member countries. Being a traditional part of the rural food system and a major source of nutrition for many rural communities, coconut has been combined in various ways with locally available ingredients in cuisines that reflect the local biodiversity. In this book, the authors share 300 ways of using coconut in recipes from 13 coconut-growing countries…
