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AI-driven tree monitoring for silvopastoral systems using remote sensing imagery: Progress report
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/135077
Abstract
The current consensus within livestock production systems is directed toward more sustainable and environmentally friendly methods and practices. Silvopastoral systems offer a significant opportunity by integrating tree growth with pasture systems to provide shelter, enhance livestock feeding and welfare, improve soil characteristics, and can be profitable for producers. These systems…
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Empowering smallholder wheat farmers with NextGen Agroadvisory in Ethiopia: A tailored, season-smart, and scalable approach
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/135020
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This technical report presents a comprehensive overview of the pilot initiative for site-specific and season-smart fertilizer recommendations (SSFR) implemented during the 2022/2023 wheat farming season in Ethiopia. The initiative, led by key demand partners such as Digital Green in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture (MoA), utilized the advisoryintegrated…
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Climate security policy coherence and awareness analysis: Zambia
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/135072
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This policy coherence and awareness analysis (PCAA) report assess 54 policies and strategic frameworks produced by the national government of Zambia and the Southern African Development Community (SADC) in order to assess the extent to which sectors relevant to the management of climate-related security risks display awareness of the intersection of climate, peace, and security, as well as the degree to which these sectors…
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Development of AI methods for seed yield prediction using RGB images: Progress Report
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/135079
Abstract
In the realm of agricultural advancement, the intersection of technology and farming practices has been a cornerstone for enhancing productivity and sustainability. As global food demands continue to rise, innovative solutions are crucial for maximizing agricultural outputs. This report focuses on one such innovative frontier: the application of artificial intelligence (AI) in agriculture, specifically in…
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Mapping climate and agronomic digital advisory services landscape in Burundi
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/134906
Publication year
2023
Authors
Ouedraogo, Adama
Ouedraogo, Mathieu
Jimenez, Daniel
Kagabo, Desire
Singh, Manjari
Full Citation
Ouedraogo, A.; Ouedraogo, M.; Jimenez, D.; Kagabo, D.; Singh, M. (2023) Mapping climate and agronomic digital…
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What’s Cooking at COP28: Assessing novel alternatives to animal-sourced foods
Eliot Gee
A special edition of Frontiers presents the evidence around environmental and human health ramifications of meat and dairy products, compared to their novel alternatives.
Today’s consumers have access to increasingly more novel meat and dairy alternatives.…
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Enhancing Agricultural Practices: Insights from the Impact of AICCRA’s Kenya Agri Hackathon on Post-Harvest Losses
The Kenya AgriHack, organized by AICCRA, took place on November 8th and 9th in Nairobi, Kenya, aiming to address post-harvest losses in horticulture, cereals, and dairy value chains.This event emphasized gender-responsive, collaborative solutions involving engaged ecosystem players.
By: Caroline Musau, Mercy Zulu-…
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Training of trainers (TOTs) and farmers (TOFs) on cattle and pig feed technologies in Main Son district, Son La province
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/134692
Publication year
2023
Authors
Ngoc, Tran Thi Bich
Phuong, Tran Viet
Giang, Nguyen Thien Truong
Tien, Ngo Quang
Hieu, Do Trong
Sinh, Nguyen Tien
Hang, Dao Thi Thu
Atieno, Mary
Duncan, Alan J…
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Aproximaciones al entendimiento de la latencia en Urochloa humidicola accesión 16888: Primeros pasos
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/134690
Publication year
2023
Authors
Malatesta, Camila
Jauregui, Rosa
Hernández, Luis
Mendiondo, Guillermina
Full Citation
Malatesta, C.; Jauregui, R.; Hernández, L.; Mendiondo, G. (2023) Aproximaciones al entendimiento de la latencia en…
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Training and field report: Identifying and measuring the effectiveness of different combination of socio-technical innovation bundles on empowerment and resilience in Kenya
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/134704
Abstract
The study was conducted by the Harnessing Gender and Social Equality for Resilience in Agrifood Systems (HER+) initiative in collaboration with UU in the context of the UU learning sites and HER+ learning labs. The UU initiative aims to support climate-resilient agriculture and livelihoods in 12 countries in East and…
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Sowing Seeds of Change, Joining Forces to build resilience in agricultural communities by integrating climate, peace, and security
Benson Kenduiywo, Victor Villa, Anna Belli, Kiogora Joseline Kanja
Brenda Chepngetich, Victor Korir, Regina Karanja
In a dynamic collaborative effort, The Alliance of Bioversity International and the International Center for Tropical…
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Guidance note for peace-informed programming at the Green Climate Fund: Ecosystems and ecosystem services.
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/134722
Abstract
Implementing Ecosystem and Ecosystem Services (EES) projects in Fragile and Conflict-affected Settings (FCS) poses both operational challenges and the risk of inadvertently aggravating socio-political dynamics. The intertwined relationship between human, ecological, and economic systems makes these projects sensitive to conflict dynamics related to land access, environmental…
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Human centered design workshop
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/134721
Abstract
The workshop has been designed to provide a hands-on experience of Human-Centered design. The two-days event walks participants through the process of understanding the challenge or problem they are facing, gather insights from those affected by the problematic, and come up with solutions that address the needs of the ones suffering the issue.
Publication year
2023
Authors
Berta…
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Sprout: Insights on platform usage and content perception
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/134720
Abstract
Sprout is an open-source digital platform developed by MercyCorps. It that makes content available on a range of agricultural topics, from maize and potato value chains, to livestock, financial services, and climate-smart agriculture, which is used by farmer facing organizations to provide advisory to farmers. The Human Centered Design team, as part of Excellence in Agronomy have identified, for the Sprout platform, the different…
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A Rainy Community Success: The Observer Networks in Choluteca and El Paraíso, Honduras: What began as a funded development project has grown into a network of passionate rain observers
Authors: Oscar Martínez, Irma Ayes y Elsi Herrera.
In many parts of the world, weather forecasting is a valuable resource, whether for farmers who depend on rainfall for their crops, or for communities that must prepare for possible flooding.…
