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Understanding school food provision in the Pacific: Scoping the potential of local food systems to improve diets, nutrition and livelihoods (2022-2024)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/170295
Abstract
Presented at the Grassroots Partnerships for Pacific Solutions Conference in Nuku’alofa, Tonga, between 16-20 September. This presentation highlights findings from a scoping study which aimed to understand the current state of local agriculture into school food provision in the Pacific Islands region and the current policy landscape and…
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Establishment of a program in Brazil for producing disease-free seed of beans (Phaseolus vulgaris)
International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/71419
Publication year
1976
Authors
Gálvez E., Guillermo E.
Full Citation
Gálvez E., Guillermo E. 1976. Establishment of a program in Brazil for producing disease-free seed of beans (Phaseolus vulgaris). Centro…
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The climate change, biodiversity and nutrition nexus
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/170291
Abstract
Presented at the Anticipatory Climate Change Adaptation: ClimBer Learning Exchange Conference in Manila, Philippines, between 28-29 October 2024. This presentation explores the role of school meals in driving transformation within food systems, highlighting the importance of planet-friendly school meals.
Publication year
2024
Authors
Hunter, Danny…
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Water conflict in Africa: Understanding the impact of climatic and institutional factors
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/169754
Publication year
2024
Authors
Song, Chun
Petsakos, Athanasios
Gotor, Elisabetta
Full Citation
Song, C.; Petsakos, A.; Gotor, E. (2024) Water conflict in Africa: Understanding the impact of climatic and institutional factors. 13 sl.
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Aplicación de la tecnología de secuenciación Oxford Nanopore Technologies para la confirmación de materiales de referencia bacterianos
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/169635
Abstract
El banco de germoplasma de la Alianza Bioversity International y CIAT, conserva tres colecciones de importancia económica: frijol, forrajes tropicales y yuca. El banco conserva y distribuye el germoplasma, asegurando su calidad fitosanitaria con las pruebas de diagnóstico realizadas por la Unidad de Sanidad de Germoplasma (GHU), para detección de patógenos…
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Validation of resilient and drought adapted forage options in Senegal - Report 2023-2024
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/169636
Abstract
This report presents the partial and preliminary results of the forage trials in Senegal implemented in 2023 and 2024 by ISRA-CERAAS as part of the CGIAR Research Initiative on Accelerated Breeding (ABI).
Multi-locational agronomic evaluation of the performance of resilient and drought adapted cultivars and hybrids of Urochloa (Brachiaria) and Megathyrsus (Panicum) grasses identified promising options…
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Ucayali outcome evidencing report
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/170005
Publication year
2024
Authors
Ortiz, Daniel
Blundo Canto, Genowefa
Orjuela, Guillermo
Full Citation
Ortiz, D.; Blundo Canto, G.; Orjuela, G. (2024) Ucayali outcome evidencing report. 42 p.
Publication Type
Report
Peru
Performance…
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Data-analysis pipeline conducted to select the best hybrids BH22 and their female parents BHSX19
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/169625
Publication year
2024
Authors
Hernandez, Luis Miguel
Jauregui, Rosa Noemi
Full Citation
Hernandez, L.M.; Jauregui, R.N. (2024) Data-analysis pipeline conducted to select the best hybrids BH22 and their female parents BHSX19. 12 p.
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RIICE development in Cote d’Ivoire : AfricaRice report of 2024. Transforming Agrifood Systems in West and Central Africa Initiative (TAFS-WCA)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/172700
Abstract
Côte d'Ivoire has significant potential for rice production, yet the country
remains heavily reliant on imports due to low yields and limited adoption of
improved technologies. Climate change further exacerbates these challenges,
affecting rice productivity and food security. The Remote Sensing-based
Information and Insurance for Crops in…
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Lecciones aprendidas sobre la aplicación del diseño centrado en el humano para la generación y difusión de servicios agroclimáticos en Honduras
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/169461
Abstract
El presente reporte describe los avances y lecciones aprendidas durante 2024 en las fases crear y validar del enfoque de Diseño Centrado en el Humano (DCH) en Honduras. El documento destaca cómo la colaboración entre SAG-INFOAGRO, COPECO-CENAOS y la Alianza Bioversity-CIAT permitió diseñar prototipos adaptados a las necesidades de personas…
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The Big Picture: Can drones improve farmer livelihoods in Sri Lanka?
Sharon Mendonce
The short answer: Yes! Discover how drones can help overcome agricultural challenges in Sri Lanka's cascade landscapes and build a mutually beneficial partnership between young researchers and smallholder farmers in the region of Anuradhapura.
By: Dr. Surantha Salgadoe, Sujith Ratnayake and Sharon Mendonce…
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Breaking the Mold: Building local capacity to bridge farmers’ knowledge gap on crop insurance
By Ivy Kinyua, Jamleck Osiemo, Cyrus Muriithi and Noel Templer
Editor: Esther Nzuki
Small-scale farmers face many risks out of their control, such as erratic rainfall, pests, diseases, and fluctuating input and output prices. These risks significantly impact the farmers' livelihoods, often leading to decreased yields and incomes. Risk…
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The Kaleidoscope of Change: consolidating the sustainable cattle policy in Colombia
José Luis Urrea-Benítez
By Manuel Francisco Díaz and Stefan Burkart
A recently published paper addresses Colombia's 'Policy for Sustainable Cattle' using the Kaleidoscope Model of Policy Change, considering its progress, challenges and stakeholders working towards a more sustainable cattle sector…
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Complementary Strategies for Navigating Technology Transfer: Stories of Innovation and Impact from A4IP Venture-Out Events
Megan Steele
Watch the complete Venture-Out Events mini-series for expert perspectives on how and why CGIAR scientists should maximize the value of their innovations through technology transfer.
CGIAR scientists and their partners know…
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Alliance Science Week 2024 - Think Global, Act Local: insights and summary
Edith Mutui
In Nairobi, more than 250 scientists from the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT came together for Science Week 2024, from March 5-8th. This annual event is a unique opportunity for our researchers to share their latest knowledge, exchange stories and aspirations that accelerate the impact of the Alliance's…
