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ECREA model farms with climate information vs. farms with late planting: Lessons from Rulindo, Rwanda
Irahoza Evelyne Niyigena, Desire Kagabo, Livingstone Byandaga, Patrick Mvuyibwami, Joseline Kiogora , Marie Médiatrice Rutwaza, Angelique Mudasumbwa
On April 28th, 2025, a field visit in Rulindo District provided a visual comparison between two farming approaches: one based on timely…
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Beyond tools, toward transformation: ACAT 2025 presses for collaborations
Yohane Chideya, Justin Mabeya, Napoleon Kajunju, Warren Arinaitwe, Yvonne Munyangeri, Justice Munthali, Eliud Birachi, Ayuka Fombong (icipe), Jean Claude Rubyogo
Over 800 delegates gathered in Kigali Rwanda for ACAT 2025 to explore agri-tech solutions for Africa. They emphasized collaboration, farmer-…
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Contaminacion cruzado en cacao
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/175258
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A video explaining the risk of cross contamination by pesticides in organic cacao farms, and how to reduce the risk
Publication year
2025
Authors
Atkinson, Rachel
Yovera Espinoza, Fredy Franco
Full Citation
Atkinson, R.; Yovera Espinoza, F.F. (2025) Contaminacion cruzado en cacao. [Video] Bioversity International and the…
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Delivering nutrient management impact through farmer-centric research: a systematic review of innovation systems in African smallholder systems
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/175302
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CONTEXT: The performance of the agricultural sector in Africa still lags behind other regions. The current average maize productivity of 2 t ha-1 is below the global average of about 6 t ha-1. This low productivity threatens the livelihoods of a majority of the population. Despite decades of research and development investments, current…
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Enhancing household food security through soil and water conservation practices: a case study in semi-arid areas of Ethiopia
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/175099
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Over recent decades, Ethiopia has substantially invested in soil and water conservation (SWC) practices, particularly in arid areas to strengthen environmental resilience, maintain agricultural productivity, and improve food security. Despite huge efforts, the impact of practices on improving households’ food security remains unexplored. This study, therefore,…
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Annual Report 1983: Bean Program
International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/78956
Publication year
1983
Authors
International Center for Tropical Agriculture
Full Citation
CIAT. 1983. Annual Report 1983: Bean Program. International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT). Cali, CO. 242 p.
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Report…
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The unequal effects of resettlement in Coastal Regions: An intersectional vulnerability analysis of resettled fisher communities in Saint Louis, Senegal
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/175298
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The coast of West Africa is particularly affected by coastal erosion and inundation as a result of sea-level rise. Managed resettlement has emerged as a crucial adaptation strategy for vulnerable coastal communities. However, the retreat of fisher communities and unequal resettlement outcomes in the Global South remain under-researched.…
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Tortillas fuera del comal - sistemas agrícolas y alimentarios resilientes al clima para Centroamérica (TOR2)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/175301
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The TOR2 study assesses how climate change affects the suitability of key crops such as maize and beans in Central America and identifies increasing risks from extreme weather events. It explores the potential for agricultural diversification with 30 crops and generates detailed local-scale spatial data to support adaptation decision-making.
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Seasonal pastoral climate advisory for Ethiopia: MAM Season (Mar-May 2025)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/175259
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The March to May (MAM) 2025 seasonal forecast for Ethiopia's pastoral regions anticipates below-normal rainfall across most southern, southeastern, and eastern areas, except for the southwest zones and western parts of Borana and Guji. March is expected to be particularly dry, compounding the impacts of the OND 2024 rainfall deficit. Although some rainfall recovery is likely in April and May for southern agro-…
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Report on the introduction of Climate Information Services (CIS) within the AGNES leadership course
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/175299
Publication year
2025
Authors
Gamoyo, Majambo
Seid, Jemal
Koech, Grace
Grossi, Amanda
Ghosh, Aniruddha
Full Citation
Gamoyo, M.; Seid, J.; Koech, G.; Grossi, A.; Ghosh, A. (2025) Report on the introduction of Climate…
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Review of livestock production in Kakamega, Busia and Bungoma Counties in Western Kenya
International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/100133
Abstract
To inform BMZ forage project in Western Kenya, literature review was undertaken to provide understanding of demographics and livestock keeping in Kakamega, Busia and Bungoma Counties in Western Kenya. Livestock agriculture is key in Kenyan household incomes and human nutrition through milk and meat. However, production potential is…
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A new tool to rethink food environments for better health outcomes
Tosin Harold Akingbemisilu, Irmgard Jordan, Irene Mudiovo Induli, Christine Chege, Céline Termote
As food systems transformation gathers pace globally, one question remains central: How do we measure people’s food environments that shape their food choices and health? In a newly published paper, we introduce the Nutrition-…
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Digital pathways to healthier diets: How Uganda’s agri-food MSMEs are reshaping food systems
Enoch Kikulwe, Susan Ajambo, Eliud Birachi, Sylvester Ogutu, Christine Chege
Micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) are emerging as powerful drivers of food systems transformation in Uganda. Through digital innovation, these enterprises are addressing persistent bottlenecks in agricultural value…
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Driving Rwanda’s Agricultural Sector Climate Resilience Through Innovative Business
Nasson Ntwari, Justine Umutoni, Sadie Shelton
Rwanda’s agriculture is integral to its economy, and its reliance on rain-fed farming systems makes it vulnerable to climate change. With 91% of Rwanda’s farmers classified as smallholders, the need for smallholder-targeted innovation has never been more urgent. To address this…
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How indigenous vegetables are changing Kenya's food systems
Kenya, like many African countries, has historically relied on a mix of indigenous and introduced crops to feed its population. However, over the past few decades, there has been a steady decline in the cultivation and consumption of indigenous vegetables due to the rise of imported crops and changing dietary preferences. However, a resurgence of interest in…
