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Capitalizing CIALCA’s 15 years of multi-actor, multi-stakeholder, actionable and adaptive research support for inclusive and sustainable knowledge ecosystems in the Great Lakes Region
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/116847
Abstract
Born out of integrating multiple interventions working in the Great Lakes Region, the Consortium for Improving Agriculture-based Livelihoods in Central Africa (CIALCA) has been conducting applied research and supporting collaborative efforts of international and national organisations working in the…
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Labeling of sustainable beef products in Latin America and the Caribbean: Initiatives and developments
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/116665
Abstract
The objective of this policy brief is to identify and
analyze the current status and recent developments of sustainability labels for beef products in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) with the aim of understanding the measures adopted by the sector to respond to the demand of citizens regarding environmental, social, and economic issues that come along with the sustainable…
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Exploring the effects of migration on smallholder farm households in Kenya and Burkina Faso
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/116715
Abstract
This brief brings together insights from a cross-country comparative study exploring the effects of rural outmigration on smallholder farm households in Eastern Kenya and the Central Plateau of Burkina Faso. It sheds light on the context-dependent
nature of migration and how different types of migration can have different effects on gendered labour relations and household capacities to invest in…
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How does climate exacerbate root causes of conflict in Zimbabwe? An econometric analysis
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/116272
Abstract
This factsheet gives answers on how climate exacerbates root causes of conflict in Zimbabwe, using a two-stage econometric approach. The findings suggest that household and in particular children are considerably vulnerable to different kind of climate anomalies. At the district level, results show a positive correlation between level of food insecurity, climate and intensity of conflict, more…
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Función de las pasturas y la ganadería en la sostenibilidad de los sistemas de producción andina
International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/82155
Publication year
1993
Authors
Li Pun, Héctor Hugo
Paladines M., Osvaldo L.
Full Citation
Li Pun, Héctor Hugo; Paladines M., Osvaldo L.. 1993. Función de las pasturas y la ganadería en la…
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Are policy makers aware of the climate security nexus? Mapping climate security policy narratives in Zimbabwe
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/116451
Abstract
This factsheet answers if policy makers are aware of the climate security nexus, using social media analysis. The results show a disassociation between climate, socioeconomic insecurities, and conflict in the public communications of policy makers.
This publication is part of a factsheet series reporting on the findings of the CGIAR FOCUS Climate Security Observatory work in Africa…
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¿Qué relación existe entre crédito agropecuario, la ganadería y deforestación? Un análisis espacial en Colombia
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/116089
Abstract
En los países en desarrollo, el crédito agropecuario ha jugado un papel vital en el apoyo a la producción agropecuaria: se ha sostenido que, en compañía de otros elementos políticos y económicos, el crédito puede ser una herramienta útil para impulsar la innovación, mejorar la asignación de recursos y, adecuadamente orientado, puede contribuir a reducir las brechas de desigualdad…
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Cadmio en cacao: de dónde viene, cómo se regula y por qué preocupa a los productores
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/117850
Abstract
Clima-LoCa es un proyecto regional liderado por la Alianza de Bioversity International y el Centro Internacional de Agricultura Tropical (CIAT), implementado en colaboración con socios en investigación de América Latina y Europa y financiado por la Comisión Europea. Este proyecto contribuye a cumplir los objetivos de la convocatoria de 2018 sobre “Innovaciones relacionadas con el clima mediante…
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Oportunidades y barreras para la participación y empoderamiento de las mujeres en las cadenas de marañón y lácteos
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/116714
Abstract
Investigaciones realizadas en el marco del Proyecto Oportunidades Rurales (POR) en la región Golfo de Fonseca, Honduras, evidenciaron que los hombres se perciben como los principales encargados de la producción y procesamiento de marañón y lácteos; mientras que las mujeres, aunque tienen una alta participación en las actividades de estas cadenas de valor, se consideran ellas…
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Evaluation pasture germplasm under different grazing management systems
International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/82072
Abstract
Three steps in forage germplasm evaluation, leading to the identification of superior cultivars, are discussed. Emphasis is given to the use of the grazing animal to defoliate the collection of accessions, beginning in the introduction nursery to provide preliminary information on acceptability and persistence of genotypes. As the evaluation…
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Are policy makers aware of the climate security nexus? Mapping climate security policy narratives in Nigeria
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/116455
Abstract
This factsheet answers if policy makers are aware of the climate security nexus, using social media analysis. The results show a disassociation between climate, socioeconomic insecurities, and conflict in the public communications of policy makers.
This publication is part of a factsheet series reporting on the findings of the CGIAR FOCUS Climate Security Observatory work in Africa…
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Beans for nutrition: The future roles of common beans in healthy diets
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/114995
Abstract
Beans play multiple roles in fostering healthy and nutritious diets. However, despite their importance, the inclusion of beans in diets is low, differing by country and regions. Increased bean consumption has the potential to improve intake of protein and key amino acids and increase access to essential micronutrients like iron and zinc that are not readily available in other affordable foods such as cereals…
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Germplasm improvement in Asia
International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/54720
Publication year
1992
Authors
International Center for Tropical Agriculture
Full Citation
Germplasm improvement in Asia. 1992. In: Centro Internacional de Agricultura Tropical. Cassava Program 1987-1991. CIAT, Cali, CO. p. 343-354. (Working document no. 116)
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Putting gender at the heart of climate security
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/117663
Abstract
While over the past few years, the nexus between climate change and security has received considerable attention in both policy circles and academia, the gender dimensions and implications embedded in these issues remain largely unexplored. However, ignoring these dynamics threatens to disempower and exclude socially marginalized groups in policies and interventions, preventing development and peace outcomes from reaching their maximum…
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Retribuciones por Servicios de Conservación de la Agrobiodiversidad (ReSCA): Estatus actual e implicaciones para la conservación de variedades de quinua amenazadas en Puno, Perú
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/114204
Abstract
Estatus actual e implicaciones para la conservación de variedades de quinua amenazadas en Puno, Perú
Publication year
2021
Authors
Drucker, Adam G.
Arpazi-Valero, Kleny
Ramírez, Marleni
Medina,…
