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Implementation Manual: CCAFS Climate-Smart Monitoring Framework - Tackling uptake of CSA options and perceived outcomes at household and farm level
Bioversity-CIAT Alliance (Bioversity-CIAT Alliance)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/113498
Abstract
As part of the Learning Platform (LP2) Participatory evaluation of Climate-Smart Agricultural (CSA) practices and technologies across the AR4D Climate-Smart Villages (CSVs) network, CCAFS Flagship 2 designed a new Integrated Climate-Smart Monitoring Framework to supports a…
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Agroecological living landscapes toolkit
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/169255
Abstract
This toolkit presents a structured approach—centered around developing Agroecological
Living Landscapes (ALLs)—through which external partners can respectfully and productively
foster knowledge co-creation and innovation co-design to accompany and support local
stakeholders on their agroecological transformation pathways. While developed initially to
support external actors’ engagement with local communities and stakeholders, the ALL
approach is…
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Training manual on vegetable seed systems. Module 4: Seed value chain development: Integrated vegetable seed systems development in ethnic minority communities in Northern Vietnam for enhanced nutrition and income security
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/169310
Abstract
Vegetables are a main source of income and nutrition for ethnic minority farmers in Vietnam’s Northern highlands. While value chains for fresh produce and seed markets offer significant opportunities for development—particularly for women and youth—the current…
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The pollination services of forests: A review of forest and landscape interventions to enhance their cross-sectoral benefits
Bioversity-CIAT Alliance (Bioversity-CIAT Alliance)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/109906
Publication year
2020
Authors
Krishnan, Smitha
Wiederkehr Guerra, Gabriela Patricia
Bertrand, Damien
Wertz-Kanounnikoff, Shiela
Kettle, Christopher J…
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Building Systemic Resilience against Climate Variability and Extremes (ClimBeR): Proposal
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/121114
Publication year
2021
Authors
Loboguerrero Rodriguez, Ana María
Hellin, Jonathan
Full Citation
Loboguerrero Rodriguez, A.M. and Hellin, J. 2021. Building systemic resilience against climate variability and extremes. Proposal. Montpellier, France: CGIAR System Organization…
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What determines consumption of nutritious foods by the urban poor in Africa?
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/114534
Abstract
Malnutrition remains a big public health issue especially in developing countries. The purpose of this paper is to analyze factors that influence consumption of nutrient-rich foods among children aged 6–59 months and women of reproductive age (15–49 years) in the urban informal settlements of Nairobi, Kenya, and Kampala, Uganda. This study uses multicomposite soft porridge as an example of a nutritious product…
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Vegetable seed systems among ethnic minority communities in northern Vietnam
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/116469
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Despite the potential of vegetables for nutrition and income in Northern Vietnam, inadequate access to quality seed is a major constraint affecting production, diversity and diet quality. Both self-saved seed and bought seed are important sources for farmers and are linked to the primary purpose of production, market access, seed production knowledge and skills, and trustworthiness of the source. Vegetable…
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How can climate science support peace and security in the Middle East and North Africa?
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/116945
Abstract
The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is of the most volatile and conflict-affected regions in the world, and is also highly vulnerable to climate-related risks. The region faces climate vulnerability from droughts, increasing temperatures and rainfall variability, with adverse effects on agricultural and livestock production. While various parts of its regional fabric are tied by common…
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Youth in Colombia in view of generational transfer and income generation in the forage based livestock sector - Activity Report
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/116047
Abstract
Alquería, a major dairy company in Colombia, leads one of the most important rural education initiatives in the country, aimed specifically at the livestock sector (dairy farmers), their families, and new generations of young milk producers: Heirs of
Tradition. After years of pilot training programs, field days, and technical training sessions, the company…
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Kenya National Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) Monitoring and Evaluation Framework. [Module 2]
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/129254
Abstract
The Initiative for Climate Action Transparency (ICAT) project is a collaborative effort between the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT, and the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development in Kenya. The project aims to strengthen the capacity of the agriculture sector to implement, monitor, and report adaptation actions in a transparent manner at both national and county levels.…
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Developing and piloting location-specific fertilizer recommendation for wheat in Ethiopia
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/126394
Abstract
This report covers the progress of developing and piloting location-specific fertilizer and agroclimate advisory service for Wheat in Ethiopia. The report highlights the major activities implemented during the 2022 cropping season including (1) review of organic fertilizer recommendations for wheat; (2) generation of location-specific fertilizer rate (LSFR) for piloting; (3) developing kebele map for…
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Measurement of methane emissions in cattle with infrared gas analyzer and gas chromatography
Bioversity-CIAT Alliance (Bioversity-CIAT Alliance)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/110989
Abstract
Globally, the livestock sector represents 14.5% of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from cattle production (4.6 Gt CO2-eq), mainly through enteric fermentation (2.1 Gt CO2-eq), which corresponds to the largest source (IPCC, 2007; Gerber et al. 2013). Enteric methane (CH4) emissions are highly variable, depending on the quality of…
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Scaling climate-smart innovations in Ghana
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/178582
Abstract
AICCRA Ghana has benefitted more than one million smallholder farmers since 2021 by improving access to climate information services (CIS) and validated climate-smart agriculture (CSA) innovations and technologies. By combining CSA hubs, demonstration plots, digital platforms (Esoko, Farmerline, Syecomp), and community radio, AICCRA Ghana overcame the limitations of single dissemination channels which proved especially effective in expanding…
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Agricultural digital plot: Capacity building for innovation in Guatemala’s dry corridor
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/168236
Abstract
A tour with stakeholders through the Digital Plot established at CUNORI in Guatemala. Learn about the Digital Plot hosted at CUNORI (Universidad de Oriente) in Guatemala, an experimental and participatory space exploring how digital technologies can serve smallholder farmers in the Central American Dry Corridor.
Publication year
2024
Authors…
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Lessons Learned on Participatory Action Research (PAR) to Adoption of CSA Options with an Emphasis on Gender and Social Inclusion Across the 5 CCAFS Regions
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/117691
Abstract
This info note highlights the use of participatory action research (PAR) in the implementation of the climate-smart village (CSV) approach and how this may have influenced the adoption of climate-smart agriculture (CSA) options, with an emphasis on gender and social inclusion (GSI). It addresses the following key research questions:
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