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Unlocking plant genetic material exchange for food systems resilience
Tatiana Rivera, Ilaria Urbani
The exchange of plant genetic material is essential for enhancing crop diversity, strengthening food security, and building climate-resilient agricultural systems. Research presented by the Alliance at the 2024 Tropentag conference underscores the critical role of international collaboration in addressing…
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II Encuentro Nacional e Internacional de Mesas Técnicas Agroclimáticas - Celebración de 10 años
El II Encuentro Nacional e Internacional de Mesas Técnicas Agroclimáticas realizado el 24 y 25 de septiembre de 2024, en Bogotá, Colombia, fue el espacio idóneo para reunir a líderes y expertos del sector agropecuario para celebrar una década de colaboración y resiliencia climática en Colombia y Latinoamérica. Durante este evento, se…
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Results of AgriLAC Resiliente Implementation in Guatemala: InnovaHub Meeting 2024
Through the InnovaHub Meetings - held in both Eastern and Western Guatemala - the Alliance reaffirmed its commitment to implementing scientific innovations, collaborative processes, climate-smart agriculture and projects for the empowerment of women and young people whilst influencing national policy to contribute to the development of the country's…
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How smallholder farmers are conserving native maize in Colombia
Farmers have been trained on postharvest practices to better preserve native crop biodiversity, through the CGIAR Nature-Positive Solutions Initiative.
By Sylvanus Odjo and Jessica González Regalado, International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center
Grains represent a significant part of the Colombian…
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Economic aspects of small scale ranching on improved pastures in the Colombian Llanos
International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/71980
Publication year
1983
Authors
Davidson, B.R.
Full Citation
Davidson, B.R. 1983. Economic aspects of small scale ranching on improved pastures in the Colombian Llanos. Centro Internacional de Agricultura Tropical (CIAT),…
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Historia, estado actual y principales características de los sistemas agroforestales en Madre de Dios
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/145353
Publication year
2024
Authors
Gutierrez, Claudia
Zavaleta, Diego
Tristan, Maria Claudia
Fremout, Tobias
Thomas, Evert
Full Citation
Gutierrez, C.; Zavaleta, D.; Tristan, M.C.; Fremout, T.; Thomas, E. (2024) Historia,…
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Mapping the advisory needs and information ecosystems of potato farmers in Nigeria and Kenya. Sub-lever inclusive design & user research
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/145348
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MercyCorps Agrifin in collaboration with Excellence in Agronomy Initiative, The International Potato Center and The Alliance of Bioversity and CIAT are currently providing advisory content to organizations working directly with farmers – such as CoAmana, Every Farmer and Farm Monitor. However, questions around the specific content of the advisory and…
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Climate-smart agriculture investment plan for Ethiopia
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/145352
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Agriculture is the backbone of the Ethiopian economy, accounting for about 32.4% of GDP, employing over 80% of the population, and foreign currency earning. However, the sector is heavily dependent on rain-fed smallholder farming, making it highly vulnerable to climate change-induced weather extremes such as drought and flood. Studies indicate that climate change induced hazards reduce an estimated 4% of the GDP, which is projected to…
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Training for change: A facilitator’s guide to gender-inclusive financial literacy and land rights
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/145349
Abstract
This interactive and practical training facilitates adult learning and aims to build capacities to apply the concepts learned in everyday life. For example, it includes interactive roleplaying games, scenarios, and guest speakers who share their experiences to model sound financial behaviors.
Publication year
2024
Authors…
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Inauguración de la oficina del FLAR y la Alianza en Panamá
El pasado 16 de mayo de 2024, celebramos con gran orgullo la inauguración de la nueva oficina regional para Centroamérica y el Caribe del FLAR y la Alianza Bioversity - CIAT en Panamá.
Durante más de 20 años, hemos colaborado con actores clave del sector público y privado en la investigación del arroz en Panamá, abordando temas como la…
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In Memory of Dr. John William Miles: A Legacy of Tropical Forage Breeding Innovation
Sylvia Pineda
With deep respect and profound sadness, we bid farewell to Dr. John William Miles, a brilliant scientist who dedicated 37 years to improving tropical forages at the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT. His absence leaves a void in our hearts and the field of tropical forage innovation.…
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Efecto de la edad de la planta sobre calidad y cantidad de material de siembra producida en un periodo de 10 meses
International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/72190
Publication year
1983
Authors
Alguacil Barrero, JL
Leihner, D.E.
Full Citation
Alguacil Barrero, Juan Luis; Leihner, Dietrich E. 1983. Efecto de la edad de la planta sobre…
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Identification and prioritization of context-specific climate smart agricultural (CSA) practices in Ethiopia: A framework approach
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/148681
Abstract
Ethiopia's diverse agroecological zones showcase a variety of Climate Smart Agricultural (CSA) Practices, yet the documentation and prioritization of best-bet practices have been lacking. To address this gap, this study utilized the Climate Change, Agriculture, and Food Security (CCAFS)-CSA Prioritization framework. This approach was deployed across nine…
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Evaluation of RothC model for predicting soil organic carbon stock in North-West Ethiopia
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/148673
Abstract
Assessing soil organic carbon (SOC) is vital for water retention, soil health, nutrient cycling, greenhouse gas emissions, and pollutant reduction and thereby contributes to sustainable agricultural production and food security. Thus, using long-term climate, soil, and land management inputs, the Rothamsted Carbon (RothC) model was applied to assess the current and future SOC stocks in the Anjeni…
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Adoption of Climate-Smart Agricultural Practices (CSAPs) in Ethiopia
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/148677
Abstract
To ensure climate-resilient food and other production systems, countries must adapt to and mitigate the effects of climate-change. Adopting climate-smart agricultural practices (CSAPs) will significantly contribute to such adaptation and mitigation. In global, regional, and African contexts, Ethiopia represents a useful case study from which much can be learned. Therefore, the fourfold objectives of this Ethiopia-focused…
