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How Zambia’s green growth strategy — And its business sector — Are addressing the risk of climate-induced social instability
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/168229
Publication year
2024
Authors
Maviza, Gracsious
Caroli, Giulia
Taiwo, Ibukun
Full Citation
Maviza, G.; Caroli, G.; Taiwo, I. (2024) How Zambia’s green growth strategy — And its business sector — Are addressing the risk of climate-induced social…
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Landscape of agroecology financing
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/168227
Abstract
There is an urgent need to transform the current food systems to be more resilient, sustainable, and inclusive. Agroecology is a promising approach that could address the multiple challenges associated with the current food systems. However, a significant share of national and global investments is still being allocated to conventional approaches (or the business-as-usual). Yet, the cost associated with agroecological transition is significantly lower…
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Development of climate smart mechanization and irrigation lending product: Draft pilot design and implementation
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/168232
Publication year
2024
Authors
Njoroge, Paul
Chilambe, Pedro
Banda, Emely Mwale
Dirwai, Tinashe Lindel
Matin, Abdul
Thierfelder, Christian
Full Citation
Njoroge, P.; Chilambe, P.; Banda, E.M.;…
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Development of climate smart mechanization and irrigation lending product: Concept note
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/168225
Publication year
2024
Authors
Njoroge, Paul
Chilambe, Pedro
Banda, Emely Mwale
Dirwai, Tinashe Lindel
Matin, Abdul
Thierfelder, Christian
Full Citation
Njoroge, P.; Chilambe, P.; Banda, E.M.; Dirwai, T.; Matin, A.;…
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Agroecological Investment Cases in Kenya: Investment cases for selected agroecological business enterprises in Kenya
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/168231
Abstract
Investing in agroecology is key in supporting agroecological food system transformationThe Agroecology Initiative (AE-I) partnered with the CGIAR Food System Accelerator (CFSA) program to provide technical support to agroecological business enterprises to scale selected innovations in Kenya and Zimbabwe. In Kenya, three business enterprises were selected to participate in…
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Agroecological green leafy vegetable business models in Kenya: A Report of the assessment of the green leafy vegetable business models in Kiambu Agroecological Living Landscapes (ALL), Kenya
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/168230
Abstract
Green leafy vegetables (GLVs) significantly contribute to the livelihoods of households in Kiambu County. The County’s close proximity to Kenya’s capital, Nairobi, provides an opportunity for farming households to access different markets for their produce within the populous city. Moreso, the…
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Development of climate smart mechanization and irrigation lending: Supply chain partner engagement
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/168223
Publication year
2024
Authors
Njoroge, Paul
Chilambe, Pedro
Banda, Emely Mwale
Dirwai, Tinashe Lindel
Matin, Abdul
Thierfelder, Christian
Full Citation
Njoroge, P.; Chilambe, P.; Banda, E.M.; Dirwai, T.;…
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Una estrategia nacional de capacitación en semillas para acelerar el desarrollo de un programa
International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/71456
Publication year
1983
Authors
Douglas, Johnson E.
Full Citation
Douglas, Johnson E. 1983. Una estrategia nacional de capacitación en semillas para acelerar el desarrollo de un programa. Centro Internacional de…
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Cost benefit analysis of agroecological transition: A case of mango value chain in Kenya
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/168226
Abstract
Agroecology has been highlighted as a sustainable approach that could support food system transformation in many low- and middle-income countries (LMIC). However, there is limited evidence on the costs and benefits associated with agroecological transition. Moreover, existing evidence is only limited to farm level assessments, yet agroecology assessment needs to be done from a systems perspective. We…
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AI-powered tool for spidermite damage assessment in tropical grasses
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/168237
Abstract
This tool is an AI-powered tool designed for assessing spidermite damage in tropical grasses. This software uses advanced image processing and machine learning models to perform damage classification for field images and plant segmentation using a salient object detection approach. Further refinement of models and fine-tuning is being actively researched. A deployed Gradio web application version is available on Hugging…
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AI tool for root segmentation and analysis in tropical grasses
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/168248
Abstract
This tool is an AI-driven application for segmenting and analyzing root morphology in underground minirhizotron non-destructive root images of tropical grasses. It is designed to provide accurate and efficient root analysis for researchers. This tool is available as a Gradio web application on Hugging Face, with options for local execution.
Publication year
2024
Authors…
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Transformando los mercados de intermediación en la cadena de valor del café en Honduras
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/168243
Abstract
El video "Transformando los Mercados de Intermediación en la Cadena de Valor del Café en Honduras" presenta un piloto innovador que mejora la coordinación entre productores, intermediarios y exportadores para optimizar la calidad del café. Implementado por la Alianza Bioversity-CIAT con el apoyo de BECAMO, Beneficio Río Frío y Beneficio Rosales, el proyecto ha realizado 6,500 pruebas de…
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High-frequency monitoring of diet quality in Guatemala
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/168239
Abstract
Since 2023, a high-frequency system for monitoring diet quality has been implemented in Guatemala's eastern region using the MEMO platform developed by MrBot Solutions. In 2024, the system expanded to the eastern, western, and central regions, supported by local partners, including ASORECH, Cáritas Zacapa, CUNORI, CUNZAC, CUNOROC, INTECAP, CDRO, Global Communities, and the Acción Cristiana church. Variability in participant…
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Environmental assessment and mitigation strategies for dairy cattle farms in Colombia: Greenhouse gas emissions, non-renewable energy use, and land use
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/168255
Publication year
2025
Authors
Gonzalez-Quintero, Ricardo
Barahona-Rosales, Rolando
Arango, Jacobo
Bolívar-Vergara, Diana María
Gómez, Manuel
Chirinda, Ngonidzashe
Sánchez-Pinzón, María Solange…
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Geographical distribution, host range and genetic diversity of Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. cubense causing Fusarium wilt of banana in India
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/168259
Abstract
Fusarium wilt of banana is a major production constraint in India, prompting banana growers to replace bananas with less remunerative crops. Effective disease management practices thus need to be developed and implemented to prevent further spread and damage caused by Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. cubense (Foc), the cause of Fusarium wilt. Currently,…
