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“Dalbulus maidis (De Long & Wolcott) vector del complejo del achaparramiento del maíz”
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/115961
Abstract
Para el Centro Internacional del Mejoramiento del Maíz y de Trigo (CIMMYT), el complejo del “Achaparramiento”, es una de las enfermedades más frecuentes y limitantes en Centro y Sur América. El complejo de patógenos que causan el “Achaparramiento” en el maíz son: (1) corn stunt spiroplasma (CSS), (2) el maize bushy stunt mycoplasma (MBSM) y (3) el virus del rayado fino del maíz (MRFM) (Albertazzi…
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From theory to practice: what should we have in mind when building an effective and sustainable Payments for Ecosystem Services (PES) scheme for silvopastoral systems? Evidence from Colombia
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/115236
Abstract
In most Latin American countries, payment for ecosystem services (PES) can be a useful strategy for restoration and conservation of the environment, increasing productivity and promoting sustainable development in rural areas. Despite these plausible benefits, PES implementation can be challenging due…
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Public policies and silvo-pastoral systems in Latin America: A comparative study
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/115086
Abstract
The global projections of population and food demand increases by 2050 highlight the importance of Latin America as one of the future big food suppliers for our planet. The region has high agricultural potential and activities such as cattle farming can increase the global food supply, i.e. through the adoption of sustainable technologies such as silvo-pastoral systems. Despite the importance of this economic…
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Review of the breeding process of apomictic hybrids in forage grasses at the research center for tropical agriculture - CIAT
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/116073
Abstract
These proceedings contain the abstracts for the presentations given at the 7th biennial Seminars on Advances in Apomixis Research, held virtually on 2–3 and 9 December 2020. The first day hosted the kick-off meeting of the EU-funded Mechanisms of Apomictic Development (MAD) project, while the remaining days were dedicated to oral presentations and in-depth exchanges…
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Effects of maturity and drying method on the nutritive value of tropical grasses in Nicaragua
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/115977
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Tropical grasses are key components for both grazing and conserved forages in sustainable livestock systems (beef and dairy) in Central America. The objective of the study was to evaluate grasses used in Nicaragua and their nutritive value contribution as preserved forage during the dry season under different drying methods. Five tropical bunch grass species were sampled across different farms in…
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Estimation of the optimal nitrogen dose in a Brachiaria humidicola-corn rotation system in the Colombian Eastern Plains
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/115235
Abstract
Improving nitrogen use efficiency (NUE) by optimizing the N fertilizer application dose is one way to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in agriculture and livestock production, especially in higher demanding crops such as corn. Taking a Brachiaria humidicola (Bh)-corn rotation system in the Colombian Eastern Plains, we seek to determine both the optimal economic dose (OED)…
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The Latin American forage seed market: recent developments and future opportunities
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/115101
Abstract
Cattle farming in the Latin American (LA) lower tropics is characterised by extensive production systems with low productivity levels and negative environmental impacts. Given the sector’s economic and social importance, we need to understand the dynamics involved with the adoption of sustainable production technologies (e.g. improved forages). Among the limiting factors in this regard is forage seed…
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Gamification of farmer-participatory priority setting in plant breeding: Design and validation of “AgroDuos”
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/80943
Abstract
Participatory methods to characterize farmers’ needs and preferences play an important role in plant breeding to ensure that new varieties fulfill the needs and expectations of end users. Different farmer-participatory methods for priority setting exist, each one responding differently to trade-offs between…
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Report of a Working Group on Beta and the World Beta Network: Fourth Joint Meeting, 20-22 June 2012, Cappelle-en-Pévèle, France
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/105139
Abstract
The fourth joint meeting of the ECPGR Working Group on Beta and the World Beta Network (WBN) was held 20-22 June 2012 at Cappelle-en-Pévèle, France, involving 34 participants. The meeting was hosted by the company Florimond Desprez. The meeting started with presentations delivered by WBN…
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Scaling-out knowledge: how the pandemic helped spreading the voice for a more sustainable cattle sector
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/115083
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The adaptation to the restrictions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic included considering new approaches, such as a broader use of information and communication technologies (ICTs). The Colombian Roundtable for Sustainable Cattle (MGS in Spanish) is a multi-actor platform supporting the transformation towards a sustainable cattle sector. The MGS mainly focused on face-to-face activites,…
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Integrated systems research in nutrition-sensitive landscapes: A Theoretical methodological framework
WorldFish (WorldFish)
Abstract
Sustainable intensification has recently been developed and adopted as a key concept and driver for research and policy in sustainable agriculture. It includes ecological, economic and social dimensions, where food and nutrition security, gender and equity are crucial components. This book describes different aspects of systems research in agriculture in its broadest sense, where the focus is moved from…
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Applying outcome mapping to research for development projects: the new IFAD-EU NUS project
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/78555
Publication year
2016
Authors
Gotor, Elisabetta
Full Citation
Gotor, E. (2016) Applying outcome mapping to research for development projects: the new IFAD-EU NUS project. In: Agricultural biodiversity to manage risks…
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Community-based development of agricultural activities aiming to improve dietary diversity in Western Kenya
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/78065
Abstract
This research examines the suitability of community-based participatory workshops for
developing agricultural activities in order to diversify diets. The study represents the second
phase of a project consisting of a diagnostic phase covering agricultural biodiversity, diets
and nutrition (phase I), participatory…
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Cereal genetic resources in Europe: Report of a Cereals Network, First meeting, 3-5 July 2003, Yerevan, Armenia Report of a Working Group on Wheat, Second Meeting, 22-24 September 2005, La Rochelle, France
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104938
Publication year
2005
Authors
Lipman, E.
Maggioni, L.
Knüpffer, H.
Ellis, R.
Legget, J.M.
Kleijer,…
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Regeneration of seed crops and their wild relatives: Proceedings of a consultation meeting 4–7 December 1995 ICRISAT, Hyderabad, India
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104467
Abstract
The ex situ conservation of plant genetic resources is of vital importance to contribute to long-term global food security. Ex situ conservation consists of a series of routine operations and activities, of which many are interlinked, and all of which need proper management.…
