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Gender norms and differences in access and use of climate-smart agricultural technology in Burundi
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/168215
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The study aimed to explore gender dynamics in access to and use of climate-smart agricultural (CSA) technologies among smallholder bean farmers in Burundi. The scope covered communes in Kirundo and Muyinga provinces, focusing on identifying gender gaps in CSA adoption. The data included quantitative information on household characteristics, bean production, access to CSA interventions, and…
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Immediate impacts of COVID-19 pandemic on bean value chain in selected countries in sub-Saharan Africa
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/168219
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Immediate impacts of COVID-19 pandemic on bean value chain in selected countries in sub-Saharan Africa.
Methodology:The study aimed to examine the immediate effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the bean value chain in nine sub-Saharan African countries. Data were collected from various stakeholders, including farmers, coordinators, aggregators, processors, and consumers using quantitative…
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Seed system security assessment: northern Katanga, Democratic Republic of Congo
International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/53021
Abstract
This report outlines the results of the Seed System Security Assessment (SSSA) carried out in the northern part of Katanga, eastern Congo, during August and September 2012.
Publication year
2012
Authors
International Center for Tropical Agriculture…
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Tools and approaches for scaling out climate smart agriculture innovations in AICCRA Kenya
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/168760
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This report outlines the strategies employed for scaling CSA innovations in Kenya, leveraging value chain models, ICTs, policy engagements, and localized farmers and stakeholders training. By integrating these different approaches, the project has empowered over 5,000 farmers across diverse counties, focusing on arid and semi-arid lands. Collaborative partnerships, participatory piloting of CSA…
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Forage and hybrid dual-purpose maize seeds market analysis in Northern Lao PDR
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/169655
Publication year
2024
Authors
Bravo, Aura
Philp, Joshua
Enciso, Valentina
Pazos, Mateo
Mponela, Powell
López, Santiago
Triana Ángel, Natalia
Otieno, Mary Atieno
Peters, Michael
Burkart, Stefan…
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Forages research in Malawi: Take away from a national seminar
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/158352
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Multipurpose forages hold significant potential for both smallholder and commercial farmers in Malawi, yet their development remains underexplored. With growing demand for livestock products and diminishing natural forage resources, enhancing livestock performance through improved forages and feed can bolster livelihoods, income, environmental sustainability, and nutrition. Effective partnerships are key to advancing this agenda…
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Community booklet on certified seeds for beans
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/158316
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Beans are the edible seeds of various plants in the Fabaceae family, commonly known as legumes. Beans are an important food in our country and many parts of the world.
Today in this booklet, let us briefly discuss the benefits of certified seeds for beans, including the opportunities in agri-business for farmers, women and youth.
Publication year
2024
Authors
Lengewa…
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Key stakeholders and platforms/networks in food systems transformation in Viet Nam in 2022-2024
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/169209
Abstract
The stakeholder identification process was initiated under the CGIAR Research Initiative on Sustainable Healthy Diets through Food Systems Transformation (SHiFT) initiative to determine with whom the project needs to engage to achieve food systems transformation. It consolidates all stakeholders working on food system issues into a ‘living’ database that enables the rapid identification of…
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Mid-term impact assessment report: Odisha Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group Empowerment and Livelihood Improvement Program (OPELIP)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/163521
Publication year
2024
Authors
Mockshell, Jonathan
Ogutu, Sylvester
Garrett, James
Ritter, Thea
Kennedy, Andrew
Fongar, Andrea
Full Citation
Mockshell, J.; Ogutu, S.;…
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Disruptive Seeds for a sustainable and just food system in Kenya.
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/163598
Publication year
2024
Authors
Kimani, Martin Njoroge
Von Breymann, Randolph
Wangome, Nancy
Veeger, Marieke
Rutting, Lucas
Full Citation
Kimani, M.N.; Von Breymann, R.; Wangome, N.; Veeger, M.; Rutting, L. (2024) Disruptive Seeds for a sustainable and…
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Validation of resilient and drought adapted forage options in three agroecological regions of Mali - Report 2023-2024
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/169899
Abstract
This report presents the partial and preliminary results of the forage trials in Mali implemented in 2023 and 2024 by l’Instititut d’Economie Rurale (IER) as part of the CGIAR Research Initiative on Sustainable Animal Productivity for Livelihoods, Nutrition and Gender inclusion (SAPLING).
Multi-locational agronomic and farmer participatory evaluation of the performance of…
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Agroecological mango business models in Kenya: A report of the assessment of the mango business models in Makueni Agroecological Living Landscapes (ALLs), Kenya
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/162850
Abstract
Makueni is the leading County in Kenya in production of Mangoes. This is due to the County’s favourable environmental conditions and dedicated actors within the value chain. Since 2010, Kenya has progressively been producing about 650,000 metric tonnes of mango annually, with more than 20% coming from Makueni County. The thriving…
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Climate, peace and security: Kenya
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/155160
Abstract
Climate security explores whether climate change increases the risk of armed conflict and, if so, under which circumstances this relationship occurs. People in fragile and conflict-affected areas are also among the most vulnerable to climate change, making it vital to understand the climate-conflict interplay for resilience and peacebuilding. A major challenge for governments in vulnerable, fragile, and conflict-affected regions is managing these complex…
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A shared vision for climate security in Mali. A joint report to inform the national climate security strategy for Mali.
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/159507
Abstract
In response to these climate security implications, Mali and other Sahelian countries adopted a landmark declaration at the first Sahel Forum on Climate, Peace and Security held in Bamako, Mali, in November 2023. The Bamako declaration reflects the commitment of Sahelian countries to strengthening climate security in the region and serves as a catalyst for action at…
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Validation workshop on tailoring the digital agro-climate advisory (HingaSmart) platform for Ghana’s context
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/169200
Publication year
2024
Authors
Mvuyibwami, Patrick
Kagabo, Desire M.
Ouedraogo, Mathieu
Yeboah, Stephen
Dalaa, Mustapha
Damba, Osman T.
Byandaga, Livingstone
Muhigirwa, Mireille U.
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