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International Bean Rust Nursery: results 1975-1976
International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/71961
Abstract
The International Bean Rust Nursery (IBRN) is in charge of testing promising bean cv. and breeding lines for resistance to rust (Uromyces phaseoli U. appendiculatus). In 1975, 132 cv. were evaluated at 11 sites in L.A. and the USA; in 1976, 104 cv. were evaluated at 15 sites in Australia, L.A. and the USA. Evaluations were made 30 and 45 days after planting, on the…
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Climate, peace, and fragility in Egypt: Shaping a path forward
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/169434
Publication year
2024
Authors
Rabie, Sara
Jaskolski, Martina
Kadry, Salma
Full Citation
Rabie, S.; Jaskolski, M.; Kadry, S. (2024) Climate, peace, and fragility in Egypt: Shaping a path forward. [Blog post] CGIAR News and Events. Published online 24 December 2024. URL: https://www.cgiar.org/news-events/news/…
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Adaptation in focus: Kenya’s efforts in climate reporting and resilience
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/170318
Abstract
Kenya is taking significant strides in climate reporting and resilience-building by successfully submitting its first Biennial Transparency Report (BTR) under the Paris Agreement. Developed in collaboration with key stakeholders, the report outlines the country’s progress in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, adapting to climate change, and identifying areas where additional support is needed. It also highlights Kenya…
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Connecting the dots: linking social protection to climate change
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/169552
Publication year
2024
Authors
Campbell, Raramai
Desai, Bina
Meddings, George
Laderach, Peter
Tsoka, Jonathan
Full Citation
Campbell, R.; Desai, B.; Meddings, G.; Laderach, P.; Tsoka, J. (2024) Connecting the dots: linking social protection to climate change. [Blog Post]. CGIAR.…
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Ficha técnica de yuca de mesa en Colombia
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/170073
Abstract
La yuca de mesa, comúnmente conocida como yuca dulce, constituye el mercado más grande y significativo en términos de producción y consumo de yuca en Colombia, desempeñando un papel central en la dieta del país. Con el propósito de profundizar en las preferencias de los consumidores dentro de este mercado, se llevó a cabo una encuesta dirigida a una muestra representativa de consumidores colombianos, en la cual se indagó sobre las características…
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Framework for guiding system thinking within the complex mixed farming system in highlands of Ethiopia
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/169616
Publication year
2024
Authors
Tesfaye, Getachew
Degefie, Tibebe
Abera, Wuletawu
Tamene, Lulseged
Full Citation
Tesfaye, G.; Degefie, T.; Abera, W.; Tamene, L. (2024) Framework for guiding system thinking within the complex mixed…
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Advancing Ethiopia’s agricultural transformation: A consultative workshop on developing the National agroecology strategy
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/170210
Abstract
As part of the Private Sector Incentives and Investments project (PSii), activities under the Agroecological TRANSITIONS program are being implemented in Ethiopia by the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT. The PSii project team presented and showcased the need for the development of Ethiopia's National Agroecology Strategy (NAES) through their…
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La tecnología se encuentra con la agricultura: Transición digital en América Latina
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/169644
Abstract
A reflection on the multidisciplinary encounter held during the presentation of the book "Digital Transition in Agriculture and Public Policies in Latin America" within the framework of the international seminar of the same name that took place in Brasilia (Brazil) between December 4 and 6, 2024.
In the words of the Network of Public Policies and Rural Development of Latin America and the…
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Revolutionizing livestock feeding: The future of feed databases
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/172487
Publication year
2025
Authors
Karimi, Peggy
Mwendia, Solomon
Notenbaert, An
Jones, Chris
Sonja, Leitner
Full Citation
Karimi, P.; Mwendia, S.; Notenbaert, A.; Jones, C.; Sonja, L. (2025) Revolutionizing livestock feeding: The future of feed databases. [Blog Post]. Alliance of…
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Core concepts and principles of for nutrition-sensitive agriculture in Cambodia. NSA Primer - Series 2
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/169737
Abstract
Cambodia has made significant strides in socioeconomic development, aiming to become an upper middle-income country by 2030 and a high-income country by 2050. However, rural agriculture and livelihoods face challenges amid a changing food system and economic landscape. To strengthen ongoing efforts, a nutrition- and gender-sensitive approach is crucial. This primer series explores…
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La herramienta que conecta paz, sostenibilidad y agricultura, ahora en tu celular
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/169462
Abstract
En el 2024 se presentó la nueva versión de la herramienta ScalA-PB en formato de aplicación móvil, compatible con dispositivos Android. Este lanzamiento representa un avance significativo para quienes trabajan en sostenibilidad, cambio climático y construcción de paz en el sector agropecuario.
Publication year
2024
Authors
Yomayuza…
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Trends and yield constraints in the production systems of beans and cassava in Latin America with emphasis on research design implications
International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/71769
Abstract
The trends and yield constraints in production systems of beans and cassava are analyzed; examples are given of the role of 3 types of information (macro stage, micro stage, and critical inference stage) in the design of research for beans and cassava at the Centro Internacional de…
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Avances en el pre-mejoramiento del arroz: Estrategias de piramidación para mejorar la tolerancia a pyricularia (pyricularia oryzae cav.) Mediante la integración de cinco genes clave
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/170301
Abstract
The fungus Pyricularia oryzae Cav., is the cause of the most important disease in rice cultivation, blast, due to its widespread presence in the world. Consequently, the development of rice plants tolerant to this disease is a key factor to maintain crop yields. By incorporating techniques such as marker-…
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Increasing the desirability of neglected indigenous foods
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/170292
Abstract
Presented at the 'Leveraging Local and Traditional Food Markets and Public Food Procurement to Improve the Availability of Nutritious Food' Technical Workshop in Rome, Italy, between 24th to 26th June 2024. External factors, such as advertising, marketing, regulations, labeling, pricing, vendors, food outlets, and communication strategies, play a key role in shaping the desirability of foods. This presentation examines how…
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Integrated school nutrition models: bridging school gardening, feeding and nutrition education
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/170300
Abstract
Presented at the Grassroots Partnerships for Pacific Solutions Conference in Nuku’alofa, Tonga, between 16-20 September 2024. This presentation focuses on the Integrated School Nutrition Model (ISNM) in the Philippines, which leverages crop museums as a key tool for educating children about food systems, nutrition, food safety and the environment; and can be used to supplement school meals…
