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All-year round assessment of improved forages and impact on soil health in Mai Son district, Son La Province, Vietnam
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/169564
Publication year
2024
Authors
Do, Trong Hieu
Nguyen, Tien Sinh
Dao, Thi Thu Hang
Tran, Thi Bich Ngoc
Peters, Michael
Otieno, Mary
Full Citation
Do, T.H.; Nguyen, T.S.; Dao, T.T.H.; Tran,…
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Community booklet on certified seed for rice
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/158319
Abstract
Rice is an important food for many people in Uganda and across the world. It is a cereal grain that comes in various types such as long- grain, medium-grain, and short-grain. Each type has its characteristics in terms of texture, flavor, colour, etc.
Today in this booklet, let us briefly discuss the benefits of certified seeds for rice, including the opportunities in agri-business for farmers, women and youth.
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Cobra and cayman forage grass hybrids pass national performance trial in Tanzania: A milestone towards registration
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/169527
Publication year
2024
Authors
Mwendia, Solomon
Nzogela, Beautus
Karimi, Peggy
Peters, Michael
Full Citation
Mwendia, S.; Nzogela, B.; Karimi, P.; Peters, M. (2024) Cobra and cayman forage grass hybrids pass national…
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Beef value chain in Northern Laos (Luang Prabang, Luang Namtha and Xiengkhouang Provinces)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/169897
Abstract
Mixed Farming Systems (MFS) is one of the CGIAR research initiatives aimed at providing equitable and transformative pathways to improve the livelihoods of actors through sustainable intensification of crops and livestock across six countries. Cattle hold a key position within Laos’s development agenda in the project. This emphasis is driven not only by the significant shifts on livestock production…
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Effect of farm and landscape variables on insect biodiversity and biotic interactions in homestead gardens
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/168757
Abstract
Biodiversity and biotic interactions in agro-ecosystems can be driven by local and landscape drivers, including environmental factors, management practices, and landscape characteristics. The role of natural or semi-natural area in agro-ecosystem has received considerable attention from biodiversity poor temperate regions, such as Europe and North America, where large scale commercial…
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Opportunity profile for digital Climate Advisory and Bundled Services (DCAS+) - Ayeyarwady Delta, Myanmar
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/168233
Abstract
The opportunity profiles provide a comprehensive view of the current Digital Climate Advisory Services (DCAS+) landscape by synthesizing findings from extensive studies in Myanmar. These studies, using methods like interviews, surveys, and focus groups, identify climate risks and vulnerabilities in key agricultural value chains, map the digital tools and services available, and examine…
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Prioritizing and evaluating climate-smart practices and services
International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/66452
Publication year
2015
Authors
Campbell, Bruce M.
Corner-Dolloff, Caitlin
Girvetz, Evan Hartunian
Rosenstock, Todd S.
Full Citation
Campbell, Bruce; Corner-Dolloff, Caitlin; Girvetz, Evan; Rosenstock…
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The power of certified common bean seeds
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/162611
Abstract
Certified seeds guarantee purity, ensuring healthier plants and uniform
growth. Farmers can see an increase in yield boost when using
certified seeds, leading to better harvests. Certified bean seeds are
bred to resist common diseases and pests, reducing the need for
costly chemical treatments. These seeds are carefully selected for
your region’s climate, ensuring better performance in wet and dry
seasons. Buyers often prefer Beans from certified…
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Does landscape diversity and organic cultivation practices support biodiversity that render crucial ecosystem services?
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/168899
Abstract
Landscape diversity and organic cultivation practices support biodiversity and in particular the functional guilds that render crucial ecosystem services such as pollinators, soil microbiome, and invertebrate biocontrol agents. In this study we aim to use landscape matrices of diļ¬erent land use types and agricultural practices to evaluate the responses of pollinators,…
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Refresher training workshop report on cascading gender responsive & nutrition sensitive ToT training
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/158309
Abstract
The Refresher Training Workshop on Cascading Gender Responsive & Nutrition Sensitive Training of Trainers (ToT) took place on June 27, 2024, at Yilma Hotel, Holeta, Ethiopia. The primary objective was to develop and implement a cascading ToT program that integrates gender-responsive and nutrition-sensitive approaches. The workshop aimed to empower business coaches, local farmers and…
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Tree diversity across Northern Ghana’s cultivated landscapes: Supporting agroforestry with a focus on native tree species
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/168247
Publication year
2024
Authors
Vinceti, Barbara
Amponsah, James
Acquah, Stella Britwum
Guuroh, Reginald Tang
Obiri, Beatrice Darko
Fremout, Tobias
Mijatovic, Dunja
Ofori, Daniel A…
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Assessing delivery and business models for high impact climate solutions at scale: The case of climate information services in Vietnam
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/170047
Abstract
This report assesses optimal delivery and business models for scaling climate information solutions, specifically the Agro-Climatic Bulletin (ACB), in Vietnam. It synthesizes findings from workshops, expert feedback, and comparative analyses to provide actionable insights for decision-makers, investors, and R&D managers. The focus is on ensuring…
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Climate security narratives among climBeR partners: A web analytics approach to measure influence and reach of climBeR’s WP2
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/159646
Publication year
2024
Authors
Carneiro, Bia
Resce, Giuliano
Fannelli, Laura
Ruscica, Giosue
Gomes, Frederico
Santangelo, Emanuele Agapito
Full Citation
Carneiro, B.; Resce, G.;…
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Balfate: Perfil del sistema alimentario
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/169633
Abstract
El presente documento es uno de varios perfiles municipales de sistema alimentario que fueron elaborados en Honduras con la financiación de la Iniciativa de Investigación del CGIAR sobre Dietas Saludables Sostenibles a través de la Transformación de los Sistemas Alimentarios (SHiFT, por sus siglas en inglés), y en el marco del Proyecto de inclusión económica y social de pequeños productores rurales en la región noreste de Honduras (PROINORTE),…
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Investing in resilience: A guide to climate risks and opportunities in Rwanda's key agricultural value chains
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/159896
Abstract
Rwanda is at a pivotal moment, where agriculture—central to the country’s economy and rural livelihoods—holds the potential to drive resilience and prosperity. Yet, climate change presents serious challenges, threatening to disrupt agricultural productivity and increase food insecurity. In the face of these challenges, there is a significant opportunity to build a more…
