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Comparative importance of infection routes for banana Xanthomonas wilt and implications on disease epidemiology and management
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/66050
Publication year
2014
Authors
Nakato, G.V.
Ocimati, W.
Blomme, Guy
Fiaboe, K.K.M.
Beed, Fenton D.
Full Citation
Nakato, G.…
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The impact of diversity field forums: improving farmer management of millet and Sorghum in Mali
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/74292
Abstract
The brief summarizes an evaluation of the impact of one participatory research effort known as diversity field forums (DFFs). DFFs bear some similarities to farmer field schools - an approach to improving crop management practices that involves teaching groups of farmers how to solve problems, set priorities and conduct…
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Understanding gender roles and practices in innovation processes
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/97654
Abstract
Banana Xanthomonas wilt (BXW) is a bacterial banana disease that threatens household income and food security in Burundi. Single disease stem removal (SDSR) is a new labour-saving practice that has been introduced to improve BXW control. In this study we aimed to understand how gender roles can influence the scaling up of SDSR to manage BXW…
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Chaya: Mayan vegetable enriching diets year round in Mesoamerica
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/103501
Abstract
Chaya (Cnidoscolus acontifolius) was domesticated by Mayan peoples in pre-Columbian times. Due to its high nutritive value, tolerance to heat and drought, and minimal care requirements, this native vegetable has potential to support more nutrition-sensitive food systems in Mesoamerica. This fact sheet summarizes key features of this underutilized species…
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A review of research on the effects of drought and temperature stress and increased CO2 on Theobroma cacao L., and the role of genetic diversity to address climate change
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/89084
Abstract
The global status of research on the effects of drought, temperature and elevated carbon dioxide (CO2) levels on the cacao plant, and the role of genetic diversity in producing more resilient cacao, are presented in this report. With the aim to enhance…
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Fruit consumption and production: habits, preferences and attitudes of rural households in Western Kenya
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/67190
Publication year
2015
Authors
Keding, G.B.
Kehlenbeck, K.
McMullin, S.
Full Citation
Keding, G.B.; Kehlenbeck, K.; McMullin, S. (2015) Fruit consumption and production:…
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Diversity in durum wheat landraces to tackle drought
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/68745
Abstract
Bioversity International's 'Seeds for Needs' initiative works with farmers to research how agricultural biodiversity can help minimize the risks associated with climate change. The concept is simple – if farmers have better information and access to a wide range of varieties, they are more able to choose what best suits their conditions and cope with…
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Making research gender-responsive in India: native fruit trees of life
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/67464
Publication year
2014
Authors
Hegde, N.
Elias, Marlène
Lamers, H.
Full Citation
Hegde, N.; Elias, M.; Lamers, H. -2014-Making research gender-responsive in India: native fruit trees of life- -Bioversity…
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Gender-responsive participatory research for social learning and sustainable forest management
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/78629
Abstract
Participatory research on forests has been commended for fostering social learning, innovation, community empowerment, social inclusion, and leading to more sustainable resource management. Yet, critiques of participatory approaches – and of the simplistic ways they are, at times, employed to address gender and social…
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Descriptors for wheat (Revised)
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/73163
Publication year
1985
Authors
International Board for Plant Genetic Resources
Full Citation
International Board for Plant Genetic Resources (IBPGR) (1985) Descriptors for wheat (Revised). International Board for Plant Genetic Resources 12 p.
Publication Type…
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Descripteurs de passeport multi-cultures FAO/Bioversity (V.2.1)
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/76373
Abstract
Cette liste des descripteurs de passeport “multi-cultures” (MCPD en anglais) V.2.1, est une mise à jour de la publication MCPD V.2 publiée en 2012. La liste MCPD V.2 était une révision de la première version FAOIPGRI publié en 2001 enrichie pour répondre aux besoins émergents, tels que l'utilisation plus large d'outils GPS, ou la mise en oeuvre du…
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Structure and composition of cocoa agroforests in the humid forest zone of Southern Cameroon
Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR)
Abstract
The distribution and composition of the tree component inside cocoa agroforests plays an important role in the economic and ecological services offered by these plantations. The presence of these plant components appears to be influenced by several factors controlling the introduction and management of associated plants inside cocoa agroforests. To date, few studies have tried to…
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Using Growth and Transpiration Phenotyping Under Controlled Conditions to Select Water Efficient Banana Genotypes
International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)
Abstract
Water deficit is one of the world�??s major constraints in agriculture and will aggravate in the future. Banana (Musa spp.) is an important crop that needs vast amounts of water for optimal production. The International Transit Center of Bioversity International holds the world�??s biggest collection of banana biodiversity (>1,500 accessions). The long-…
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Metabolite profiling characterises chemotypes of Musa diploids and triploids at juvenile and pre-flowering growth stages
International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)
Abstract
Bananas (Musa spp.) are consumed worldwide as dessert and cooking types. Edible banana varieties are for the most part seedless and sterile and therefore vegetatively propagated. This confers difficulties for breeding approaches against pressing biotic and abiotic threats and for the nutritional enhancement of banana pulp. A panel of banana accessions…
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Network analysis of seed flow, a traditional method for conserving tartary buckwheat (Fagopyrum tataricum) Landraces in Liangshan, Southwest China
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104026
Abstract
The Yi ethnic group in Liangshan Prefecture, Sichuan Province in Southwest China have cultivated Tartary buckwheat (Fagopyrum tataricum) for at least a thousand years. Tartary buckwheat landraces are maintained through their traditional seed system. Field work and social…
