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Phenotypic characterization, genetic diversity assessment in 6,778 accessions of Barley ( Hordeum vulgare L. ssp. vulgare) germplasm conserved in national genebank of India and development of a core set
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/130502
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The entire collection of cultivated barley germplasm accessions conserved in the Indian National Genebank (INGB) was characterized for nine qualitative and 8 quantitative traits to assess the nature and magnitude of prevailing genetic variability and to develop a core set. A wide range of…
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Yield and climatic parameters in a common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) regional trial
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/176674
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Abstract Understanding patterns of crop response to environmental factors is critical to simulating target environments in selection environments. In early stages of varietal development, breeding lines are usually developed in centralized facilities. Subsequently, testing continues on a broader array of research stations before dissemination to farmers, fields. Such a system is practiced in common bean…
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Co-designing fodder diversification and co-products recycling fosters effectiveness, productivity and agroecological transition of dairy farms in Burkina Faso
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/180774
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Introduction Burkina Faso's dairy farms, whether extensive or semi-intensive, face major sustainability challenges. Introducing agroecological technologies offers an opportunity to optimize the use of local resources and enhance farm resilience and productivity. This study presents an innovative approach that tests and assesses…
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Accelerating innovation and impact in EU-Africa collaboration for sustainable food systems
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/173642
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This policy brief focuses on the critical importance of fostering the uptake and impact of research and innovation (R&I) in agrifood systems, particularly within the context of EU-Africa collaboration. As Africa faces mounting challenges from climate change, resource scarcity, and food insecurity, R&I should not only produce innovative solutions but also facilitate their widespread adoption…
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LysipheN: a gravimetric IoT device for near real-time high-frequency crop phenotyping: a case study on common beans
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/170092
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Climate instability directly affects agro-environments. Water scarcity, high air temperature, and changes in soil biota are some factors caused by environmental changes. Verified and precise phenotypic traits are required for assessing the impact of various stress factors on crop performance while keeping phenotyping costs at a reasonable level. Experiments which use a…
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Digital artifacts reveal development and diffusion of climate research
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/131267
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Research for development organizations generate tremendous amount of accessible knowledge, but given their scale, time and resource constraints, the impact of outputs is not systematically analyzed. This is because traditional bibliometric analyses present limitations to synthesize accumulated knowledge and retrofitting indicators to historical outputs. To address these shortcomings, this study proposes an integrated,…
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Mainstreaming agrobiodiversity in planet-friendly school meals for children: a scoping review
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/179603
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The global shift away from healthy, diverse, and sustainable diets threatens children's health and futures. Although school gardens and home-grown school feeding can reconnect children with nutritious, sustainably produced food, these interventions are often implemented separately and with little attention to agrobiodiversity, which is a cornerstone for sustainability and healthy diets. Via a…
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Cost-benefit analysis of prioritized climate adaptation strategies among smallholder farmers: Evidence from selected value chains across sub-Saharan Africa
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/119575
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Prioritization of adaptation options is complex. This study presents a multi-dimensional framework to evaluate how to allocate resources among competing alternatives. The main objectives of the study were to identify the prioritized climate-smart agricultural practices adopted among smallholder farmers in different value chains across…
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Potential use of ash and lye to sterilize farm tools contaminated with Xanthomonas vasicola pv. musacearum
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/182093
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Tool sterilization is a critical component of managing Xanthomonas wilt of banana, because it disrupts a key transmission pathway of the causal agent Xanthomonas vasicola pv. musacearum ( Xvm ). Despite the availability of several sterilization options, uptake by smallholder farmers remains limited due to high costs, low accessibility, and practical constraints under field conditions…
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National breeding programs and variety release processes: A systematic review of how the interactions shape diversity and adoption of dryland legumes and cereals in Africa
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/173832
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Dryland legumes and cereals are a good food source in Africa's drylands. However, their production is constrained by the limited availability of improved varieties and sustainable seed supply channels. The efficiency of breeding institutions and variety registration and release processes influence crop development…
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Integrating climate change Into social protection approaches: Developing a policy framework for Jordan
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/182166
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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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Tricot Costing Template (Version 1) for Grains Crops
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/182169
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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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Availing health services—A study on social barriers and perceptions among women of reproductive age group in Bankura District, West Bengal, India
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/179052
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Despite advancements in health and technology, anemia continues to be a significant health concern for pregnant and lactating women in low- and middle-income countries, contributing to both morbidity and mortality. This study aims to explore the behavioral aspects and societal influences that affect adherence to health services and the adoption…
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Mate-choice for close kin is associated with improved offspring survival in Lodoicea maldivica, the largest-seeded plant in the world
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/138459
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We studied spatial patterns of kinship in the offspring of the endangered Lodoicea maldivica, a dioecious palm that produces the largest seed of any plant. Previous research has suggested that restricted seed and pollen dispersal in populations resulted in strong spatial genetic structure. We used microsatellites to genotype young plants and their potential…
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Biological control of the native endophytic fungus Pochonia chlamydosporia from the root nodule of Dolichos lablab on Fusarium wilt of banana TR4
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/173514
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Fusarium wilt of banana caused by Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. cubense , Tropical Race 4 (TR4) is a soil-borne disease, and it is devastating. At present, the biological control using antagonistic microorganisms to mitigate TR4 is one of the best strategies as a safe and green way. Yunnan has abundant and diverse microbial resources. Using the dual-…
