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Colecta de tejido foliar, extracción de ADN y envío de muestras en poblaciones de Megathyrsus maximus (Pm21) e híbridos interespecíficos de Urochloa sp (Br19) para secuenciación genómica
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/126180
Abstract
El proceso aplicado en las poblaciones de Megathyrsus maximus (Pm21) e híbridos interespecíficos de Urochloa sp. (Br19) consistió en la colecta de hojas, extracción, purificación, cualificación, cuantificación y preparación del ADN para ser enviado al International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) en…
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Global strategy for the conservation and use of Musa genetic resources
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/77332
Abstract
The Strategy has been updated by Musa genetic resources and breeding experts within the framework of MusaNet, which has the mandate to oversee the implementation and further development of the Strategy.
The Strategy provides a framework and roadmap to be used by the Musa community for the efficient and effective conservation of the globally important collections of Musa and to strengthen the utilization of the genetic…
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Gender and forests: climate change, tenure, value chains and emerging issues
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/78614
Abstract
Focusing particularly on tropical forests, the book presents both local case studies and global comparative studies from Africa, Asia, and Latin America, as well as the US and Europe. The studies range from personal histories of elderly American women’s attitudes toward conservation, to a combined qualitative / quantitative international comparative study on REDD+, to a longitudinal examination of oil palm and…
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Bancos comunitarios de semillas: origenes, evolucion y perspectivas
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/79770
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Los bancos comunitarios de semillas aparecieron por primera vez hacia finales de la decada de 1980 y fueron establecidos con el apoyo de organizaciones no gubernamentales internacionales y nacionales. Este libro es el primero en proporcionar una revision global de su desarrollo e incluye un amplio rango de estudios de caso.
Publication year
2016
Authors…
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Routledge handbook of agricultural biodiversity
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/82995
Abstract
This Handbook presents a comprehensive overview of our current knowledge of agricultural biodiversity in a series of specially commissioned chapters. It draws on multiple disciplines including plant and animal genetics, ecology, crop and animal science, food studies and nutrition, as well as social science subjects which explore the socio-economic, cultural, institutional, legal and policy aspects of agricultural biodiversity. It focuses not…
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The Earthscan reader on gender and forests
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/83480
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There is currently much interest in mainstreaming gender in natural resource management, including forestry. This reader provides a collection of key articles on gender and forests published over the last 30 years. Including an editorial introduction and overview, it provides an accessible collection of excellent forestry-relevant social science within an overarching analytical framework and demonstrates the leading debates in the field.
The book…
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Zonas geneticas de rauli y roble pellin en Argentina : Herramientas para la conservacion y el manejo de la diversidad genetica
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/88089
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En este manual brindamos información sobre las bases para la definición de zonas genéticas en los bosques de raulí y roble pellín en Argentina y presentamos las zonas definidas en ambas especies con el fin de ser utilizadas como fuente de semilla segura y recomendada en acciones de plantación y restauración de sus bosques en Argentina. Asimismo, presentamos la…
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Lecciones aprendidas de experiencias de restauración en el Perú
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/88093
Publication year
2017
Authors
Cerron, J.
Castillo, J. del
Mathez Stiefel, S.L.
Thomas, E.
Full Citation
Cerron, J.; del Castillo, J.; Mathez-Stiefel, S.L.; Thomas, E. (2017). Lecciones aprendidas de experiencias de restauración en el Perú. Bioversity International, ICRAF…
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Core collections of plant genetic resources
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/99062
Abstract
"A co-publication with the International Plant Genetic Resources Institute (IPGRI) and Sayce Publishing (United Kingdom)"
Publication year
1995
Authors
Hodgkin, T.
Brown, A.H.D.
Hintum, Theo J.L. van
Morales, E.A.V.
Full Citation
Hodgkin, T.; Brown, A.H.D.; van Hintum, Th.J.…
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Food security and climate change
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/99418
Publication year
2018
Authors
Yadav, S.S.
Redden, R.J.
Hatfield, Jerry L.
Ebert, A.W.
Hunter, D.
Full Citation
Yadav, S.S.; Redden, R.J.; Hatfield, J.L.; Ebert, A.W.; Hunter, D. (eds.) (2019) Food security and climate change. Hoboken, NJ (USA): John Wiley. 568 p. ISBN:9781119180647…
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Analysis of markets for African leafy vegetables within Nairobi ant its environs and implications for on-farm conservation of biodiversity
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104071
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African Leafy Vegetables (ALVs) are important sources of essential macro and micro-nutrients. In addition they offer a source of livelihood when marketed, and also contribute to crop biodiversity. Despite these positive aspects, only a few ALVs are grown, marketed and consumed in Kenya. This study analyses the ALV market in Nairobi and the neighbouring…
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Relevance of geographical indications and designations of origin for the sustainable use of genetic resources
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104073
Abstract
This study provides a worldwide panorama of current trends in Geographical Indications (GIs) as they relate to biodiversity conservation and rural development, and their potential contributions to poverty, hunger alleviation and environmental goals. When peasant and indigenous producer organizations decide to participate in the marketplace with a product that is not generic, GIs…
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Priority species of bamboo and rattan
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104085
Abstract
This publication describes a limited number of species of bamboo and rattan selected from the several hundred in existence for priority research and development; the background details, criteria for selection of species, the major priority bamboo and rattan species selected and notes on each one are given, compiled with the assistance of experts in the fields of bamboo and rattan taxonomy, ethnobotany, silviculture, conservation and genetics…
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The biodiversity of traditional leafy vegetables
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104087
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There is an undervalued reservoir of diversity of African Leafy Vegetables. These vegetables are extremely important for food security, nutrition and poverty alleviation throughout Africa. However, the reservoir is under threat because the vegetables are being displaced in many areas. There is a decline in the production, utilization and diversity of these vegetables. The decline will have a significant impact on the nutritional status of…
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Core collections for today and tomorrow
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104111
Abstract
Core collections offer a tool to improve access and management of germplasm collections, and therefore are of great interest to those who use and manage plant genetic resources. Over the past few years, experience with core collection has increased as cores for many crops have been developed. The purpose of this publication is to review the current status of core collections and present examples of core development and utilization. The authors were…
