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The pgip family in soybean and three other legume species: evidence for a birth-and-death model of evolution
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/66042
Abstract
Polygalacturonase-inhibiting proteins (PGIPs) are leucine-rich repeat (LRR) plant cell wall glycoproteins involved in plant immunity. They are typically encoded by gene families with a small number of gene copies whose evolutionary origin has been poorly investigated. Here we report the complete characterization…
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Negotiating across difference: gendered exclusions and cooperation in the shea value chain
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/76351
Abstract
Shea butter, derived from the African shea tree, has acquired a pivotal position in global agro-food and cosmetics industries. In Burkina Faso, public and private actors as well as civil society are converging upon the product to boost the incomes of rural female producers. As a result of these trends, the shea value chain is…
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Production, marketing and value chain mapping of 'Srijana' tomato hybrid seed in Nepal
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/78572
Abstract
A tomato variety known as ‘Srijana’ developed by Nepal Agricultural Research Council (NARC) has been substantially popular among Nepalese farmers and entrepreneurs. To understand the seed value chain of the Srijana hybrid tomato, a survey was conducted in 2014/15 with public research and extension institutions, private seed…
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Quantitative analysis, distribution and traditional management of pigeon pea [Cajanus Cajan (L.) Millsp.] Landraces’ diversity in Southern Benin
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/96897
Abstract
Pigeon pea (Cajanus cajan (L.) Millsp.) is an important drought tolerant legume cultivated in the semi-arid regions, mainly in Sub-Saharan Africa. Despites its important potential, the crop is neglected and underutilized in many countries including Benin. In order to develop…
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Synthesis of new interspecific triploid hybrids from natural AB germplasm in banana (Musa sp.)
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/42377
Publication year
2013
Authors
Jenny, C.
Holtz, Y.
Horry, J.P.
Bakry, F.
Full Citation
Jenny, C.; Holtz, Y.; Horry, J.P.; Bakry, F. -2013-Synthesis of new interspecific triploid hybrids from natural…
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Raising awareness of the threat of Fusarium wilt tropical race 4 in Latin America and the Caribbean
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/42414
Publication year
2011
Authors
Pocasangre, L.E.
Ploetz, R.C.
Molina, A.B.
Pérez Vicente, L.
Full Citation
Pocasangre, L.E.; Ploetz, R.C.; Molina, A.B.; Perez Vicente, L. -2011-Raising…
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Agrovoltaica en Colombia: producir alimentos y energía limpia en un mismo territorio
José Luis Urrea-Benítez, Karoll Valentina Yomayuza
El 14 de mayo en Bogotá, la Alianza Bioversity & CIAT lanzó JET-AgriSOL, una iniciativa apoyada por Alemania para impulsar la agrovoltaica en Colombia y unir seguridad alimentaria, energía limpia y desarrollo rural.…
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Sustaining seed banks through value addition: Launching the Nyantonzi Community Seed Bank in Uganda
Mubiru Daudi Mohamed , Ronnie Vernooy, Gloria Otieno
Uganda’s new Nyantonzi Community Seed Bank combines conservation with business, empowering farmers to safeguard traditional crops while processing them into profitable, nutritious products to build climate resilience and sustainable livelihoods…
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Building resilience: A new era for community seed banks in western Uganda
Mubiru Daudi Mohamed , Ronnie Vernooy, Otieno Gloria
In western Uganda, community seed banks are key for maintaining agricultural diversity and climate resilience. A new training initiative is now empowering these farmers with the production and business skills to transform their seed banks into sustainable and income-generating…
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Pathways towards sustainable food systems in Africa: Insights from the Launch of the EAT–Lancet Commission 2.0 Report in Nairobi
Rachel Kibui
Special thanks to Wanjiru Kamau-Rutenberg, Christine Chege, Celine Termote
As global food systems face escalating pressures from climate change, economic instability, and demographic shifts, the need for systemic transformation has become increasingly…
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Meet Bruno: The AI robot revolutionizing bean breeding in Uganda
Aladriru Laura, Odama Roy, Kato Fred, Ssekamate Allan Male, Mukankusi Clare Mugisha, Agesa Beverly, Amongi Winnyfred
To breed resilient, productive, and nutritious bean varieties, accurate, efficient, and cost-effective data collection is essential. Traditionally, breeding programs depended heavily on human observation,…
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+ Nutritious Crops: Investing in food that transforms lives
Sylvia Pineda
+ Nutritious Crops promotes more nutritious foods starting in the fields, integrating science, agriculture, nutrition, and climate resilience to strengthen food security, sustainability, and the livelihoods of vulnerable communities.
+ Nutritious Crops: Investing in food that transforms lives…
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