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Soil carbon stocks in tropical pasture systems in Colombia’s Orinoquía region: supporting readiness for climate finance
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/116231
Abstract
Key messages:
■ Using field measurements, it was found that pastures in clay soils in the Orinoquía region can store as more than 200 tCha-1 (0-100 cm). Results are 40% higher than the IPCC default values (0-30cm).
■ Close to 30% of the total SOC stock were found in the top 0-20 cm soil layer, highlighting the importance of evaluating deeper soil layers in SOC assessments…
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Comparison of chemical composition of fruit pulp of Parkia biglobosa (Jacq.) Benth from differents ecoregions
Bioversity-CIAT Alliance (Bioversity-CIAT Alliance)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/110914
Abstract
Parkia biglobosa (Jacq.) Benth commonly called néré in French-speaking Africa is a semi-domesticated indigenous tree with a multi-purpose and highly appreciated use. Its pod-shaped fruits contain a yellowish floury pulp, eaten raw or used to make drinks, couscous and for raw or cooked dough. The objective of…
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Sustainable livestock production and improved forages: Tutorial 1 Introduction, Sustainable Livestock Production and Improved Forages
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/116038
Publication year
2021
Authors
Bioversity International and International Center for Tropical Agriculture
Full Citation
Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT. (2021) Sustainable livestock production and improved forages: Tutorial 1 Introduction, Sustainable Livestock…
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Is climate a “risk multiplier” in Ethiopia?
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/115215
Abstract
Ethiopia experiences high climate variability, conflict, and political uncertainty while widespread food and nutrition insecurities are common throughout its population. CGIAR and WFP conducted a study to better understand how Ethiopia’s climate, socio-economic, and political risks and insecurities are linked to each other. This information can orient strategies and planning of long-term peacebuilding efforts and mitigate conflict risk in a…
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Comparative study on technical efficiency of mechanized and traditional rice farm in Nepal
Bioversity-CIAT Alliance (Bioversity-CIAT Alliance)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/110716
Abstract
The study was conducted among 274 mechanized and 220 traditional rice farms using multistage sampling technique to assess the technical efficiency in rice production among mechanized and traditional farmers in Jhapa, Sunsari and Bardiya districts. The Cobb-Douglas functional form of the stochastic production frontier was employed…
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Oportunidades de negocio a través de la intensificación sostenible en el sector ganadero
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/125448
Publication year
2022
Authors
Bioversity International and International Center for Tropical Agriculture
Full Citation
Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT. (2022). Oportunidades de negocio a través de la intensificación sostenible en el sector ganadero. Cali (Colombia): Alliance…
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Soil fertility in mixed crop-livestock farming systems of Punjab, Pakistan: The role of institutional factors and sustainable land management practices
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/148902
Abstract
CONTEXT
Soil salinization is a significant environmental challenge prevalent in arid and semi-arid regions, causing adverse effects on crop yields and jeopardizing household food security. Previous research has examined the influence of institutional dynamics and the adoption of sustainable land management practices in bolstering…
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Assessment of feed resources availability and use for cattle and pigs in Mai Son District, Son La Province, Vietnam
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/135034
Publication year
2023
Authors
Tran Thi Bich Ngoc
Nguyen Thien Truong Giang
Hoang Xuan Thao
Dao Thi Thu Hang
Nguyen Thi Minh Phuong
Triana Ángel, Natalia
Peters, Michael
Duncan, Alan J.
Atieno, Mary Otieno…
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Mixed Farming System (MFS) Initiative in Ethiopia
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/134864
Publication year
2023
Authors
International Livestock Research Institute
Bioversity International and International Center for Tropical Agriculture
International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas
International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center
Full Citation
ILRI,…
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Primer registro de Aeneolamia reducta (Lallemand, 1924) (Hemiptera: Cercopidae) en el Valle del Cauca (Colombia)
Bioversity-CIAT Alliance (Bioversity-CIAT Alliance)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/111513
Abstract
As part of the spittlebugs complex (Hemiptera: Cercopidae) the species of the genus Aeneolamia can considerably affect grass crops by extracting sap from the xylem. With the objective of corroborating previous observations, a spittlebug sampling was carried in the vicinity of Santiago de Cali city. The…
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Can climate-smart agriculture projects be leveraged for peacebuilding? Lessons from Kaffrine, Senegal
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/179966
Abstract
Climate-smart agriculture can boost harvests, but can it also spark community tensions? In Kaffrine, Senegal, 90% of farmers saw higher yields under the Climate-Smart Village model. Yet youths felt sidelined, smallholders feared resource capture, and 92% demanded stronger institutions.
A new Guidance Note from CGIAR Climate Security explores these dynamics and introduces the CSV+ approach…
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Regulation of seed germination by diurnally alternating temperatures in disturbance-adapted banana crop wild relatives (Musa acuminata)
Bioversity-CIAT Alliance (Bioversity-CIAT Alliance)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/111224
Abstract
Seed conservation of banana crop wild relatives (Musa L. spp.) is limited because of lack of knowledge about their germination ecology. Musa acuminata Colla, the most important banana crop wild relative, is distributed in tropical and subtropical Asian and Pacific rainforests and…
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Climate Security Nexus in Latin America and the Caribbean: Venezuela and Colombia
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/116674
Abstract
The climate crisis is having a significant detrimental influence on livelihoods in developing countries. Climate variability and extremes can negatively impact climate-sensitive sectors such as agriculture and livestock which are a considerable source of employment and a key contributor to economic growth in developing countries (Burke, Hsiang, and Miguel 2015; Dell, Jones, and Olken 2014; 2012). The…
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Digital climate advisory and bundled services (DCAS) tools landscape assessment for Bangladesh
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/128181
Abstract
This document is a long list of existing digital tools and platforms for selected value chains in Bangladesh based on key characteristics, accomplishments, challenges and business models.
Publication year
2022
Authors
Khanam, Fahmida
Amjath-Babu, Tharayil Shereef
Krupnik, Timothy J…
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WE1.2: Gender Based Analysis Plus: A strengthened approach to gender integration and intersectionality
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/125618
Abstract
The Government of Canada has been using Gender Based Analysis (GBA) as an analytical tool to support the development of more responsive and inclusive initiatives for over 25 years. The approach has changed over time, moving from ‘GBA' to ‘GBA Plus' to signify the range of identity factors beyond gender (such as age, race, religion, disability, socioeconomic status, geographical…
