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Putting climate security on African agendas
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/145169
Abstract
The CGIAR Climate Resilience Initiative (ClimBeR) has contributed evidence on climate security risks and best-bet mitigation practices to an African Union-led report slated to inform a Common African Position on climate, peace, and security. ClimBeR research has also informed the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) - CAEP’s forthcoming regional adaptation strategy, which will support IGAD member states to address climate security…
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A data management system for breeders` materials and germplasm collection
International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/71304
Publication year
1984
Authors
Sackville-Hamilton, N. Ruaraidh
Full Citation
Sackville Hamilton, N.R. 1984. A data management system for breeders` materials and germplasm collection. Centro Internacional de Agricultura Tropical (CIAT…
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Towards a common vision of climate, peace, security and migration in Mozambique
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/145168
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Mozambique faces significant challenges due to its vulnerability to climate variability and change, exacerbated by geographical factors and historical conflicts. In Mozambique, climate change manifests in the form of extreme weather events, such as droughts and cyclone-related flooding. These events have caused displacement, and contributed to food and water insecurity, which in turn have increased pressure on…
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Common bean entrepreneurial development in Sub-Saharan Africa
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/145177
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Entrepreneurship is pivotal for social and economic development, particularly in agri-food systems, where small and medium-scale enterprises, often women-led, face considerable challenges. This study explores the common bean value chain in six African countries—Cameroon, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zambia—focusing on traders and processors. The methodology involved quantitative data collection from 23 common bean seed…
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Collective agency: A case of common-bean smallholder farmers in Uganda
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/145218
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Uganda is committed to addressing gender inequalities and inequities in the agricultural sector. However, systematic differences in outcomes between men and women persist. This study analyzed the role of women’s and men’s agricultural groups operating within the Mastercard Farmer Network (MFN) and non-MFN operators in influencing voice and agency among men and women farmers in 13 districts of Uganda. Descriptive…
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Gender analysis to inform the development of gender transformative approaches to enhance women's land rights in Kyrgyzstan
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/145170
Abstract
The Resilience of Organisations for Transformative Smallholder Agriculture Project (ROOTS) project was engaged as a co-financing mechanism as per the Gambia National Agricultural Investment Plan-Food and Nutrition Security (GNAIP-FNS II, 2017-2026) - to address the government’s priority concerns including account deficits, public services, population growth,…
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As El Niño Wanes, Food Security Pain Remains
For almost a year, one of the strongest El Niño effects in recorded history has brought wildfires, heat waves and drought to Latin America— but now agricultural researchers are also warning of food security consequences for farmers and consumers.
By: Andrew Wight
El Niño is a natural phenomenon where rising temperatures in the…
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Nitrogen and phosphorus mineralization and their corresponding monetary values under long‐term integrated soil fertility management practices
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/145287
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Abstract Introduction Nitrogen (N) and phosphorus (P) are essential nutrients for plant growth, commonly supplied through costly inorganic amendments. However, despite the benefits of nutrient mineralisation, there is limited quantitative information on its monetary value, and the extent of associated potential financial relief to smallholder farmers…
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Cultivating Climate Champions: Kenyan Universities Lead the Way
Four universities in Kenya - Murang’a University of Technology, Taita Taveta, Laikipia, and Chuka Universities - have designed and implemented curricula for agricultural extension systems, building foundational knowledge and skills to manage climate risks.
By: Esther Nzuki, Owen Kimani
Contributions by: Caroline Mwongera, Noel Templer, Ivy Kinyua, Boaz Waswa,…
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Sustainable business models and their context-based suitability to promote sustainable production practices adoption in livestock: Evidence from Vietnam
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/141724
Publication year
2024
Authors
Bravo, Aura
Nguyen, Thinh
Triana, Natalia
Dao, Hang Thi
Otieno, Mary
Burkart, Stefan
Full Citation
Bravo, A.; Nguyen, T.;…
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Understanding user needs: Persona creation for waterpoint monitoring system in Ethiopia
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/141722
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This document presents an exploration of waterpoint monitoring in Ethiopia through the approach of human-centered design. Utilizing personas, we delve into the diverse goals, challenges, and motivations of stakeholders involved in waterpoint monitoring initiatives across Oromia in Ethiopia. These personas serve as valuable tools for understanding the requirements of users, facilitating informed decision…
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The retail diversity index: A tool to characterize consumer’s food environment in LMICs
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/141752
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The purpose of this study is to characterize the food diversity available to consumers from all types of food retailers and food outlets within a given area through the use of a Retail Diversity Index (RDI). Dietary diversity is an important component of healthy diets, whether consumers eat healthy is based on their food choices which are influenced by numerous factors such as the diversity and the…
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Aceptación de variedades de frijol con alto contenido de hierro INTA Nutritivo e INTA Ferroso entre beneficiarios en Nicaragua
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/141755
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El hambre oculta es un problema que afecta a más de dos billones de personas a nivel mundial y causa diferentes efectos en los individuos afectados. Para combatir el hambre oculta, hay varias alternativas, incluyendo la producción y consumo de cultivos biofortificados (i.e., con alto contenido de minerales), estrategia que es complementaria a una diversificación…
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Préférences des agriculteurs et la volonté de payer pour des pratiques agricoles durables, dans les zones rurales du Sénégal
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/141759
Publication year
2024
Authors
Muriithi, Cyrus
Ouedraogo, Issa
Chege, Christine
Kinyua, Michael
Nouwodjro, Kante
Diouf, Latyr
Mbengue, Médoune
Full Citation
Muriithi…
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Escenarios exploratorios para fortalecer las rutas de transformación para el sistema agro-alimentario de Guatemala
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/141753
Publication year
2024
Authors
Veeger, Marieke
Von Breymann, Randolph
Martinez, Karen
Ramos, Gresia
Tabory, Samuel
Rutting, Lucas
Full Citation
Veeger, M.; Von Breymann, R.; Martinez, K.;…
