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Monitoring report on fertilizer validation trials under the Kenya fertilizer access and nutrient use efficiency program
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/172929
Abstract
The Excellency in Agronomy (EiA) initiative in collaboration with Africa Fertilizer Agribusiness Partnerships (AFAP), Kenya
Agriculture and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO), President’s Economic Transformation Secretariat (PETS),
University of Eldoret and the Ministry of Agriculture are conducting fertilizer validation trials in Nandi County of Kenya.
The aim of…
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AgriTech4Kenya Innovation Challenge 2024: Bootcamp report
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/172945
Abstract
The AgriTech4Kenya Innovation Challenge Bootcamp, held from November 25 to 29 2024 at the Brackenhurst Conference and Retreat Centre in Limuru, brought together 25 innovative early-stage projects representing diverse regions and priorities within the Agri-Tech sector. Over the course of four days, these innovators engaged with partners, explored Kenya’s Agri-Tech ecosystem, and refined their solutions through workshops, expert…
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Agroecologia y resiliencia de los pequenos agricultores al cambio climatico: practicas agroecologia en granos basicos
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/172951
Publication year
2024
Authors
Siles, Pablo
Guillen, Jose
Full Citation
Siles, P.; Guillen, J. (2024) Agroecologia y resiliencia de los pequenos agricultores al cambio climatico: practicas agroecologia en granos basicos. 41 sl.…
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Outcome Report. Agroecological Transitions: Inclusive Digital Tools (ATDT)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/172899
Abstract
The Agroecological Transitions: Digital Tools (ATDT) project (2022– 2024), led by the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT, aimed to promote inclusive digital innovation to support farmers and technical advisors in adopting climate-resilient agroecological practices at scale. The project targeted sustainable rice production in Vietnam and sustainable beef production in Brazil, while providing global…
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Agricultural research for sustainable development in Myanmar
International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/66642
Publication year
2014
Authors
International Center for Tropical Agriculture
Full Citation
CIAT. 2014. Agricultural research for sustainable development in Myanmar. Cali, Colombia: International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT). 2p…
article
Farewell to Dr. Kanayo F. Nwanze
With sadness, we say farewell to the late Dr. Kanayo F. Nwanze. Following his passing away in February 2025, we look back on his impressive legacy and contributions to improving food security across the world.
Born in Nigeria, Dr. Nwanze began his four-decade-long career as a scientist, carrying out research on food and nutrition…
article
Land, cows and bullets: A complex history of cattle ranching and armed conflict in Colombia
Natalia Triana-Ángel , Mateo Pazos Cárdenas, Stefan Burkart
Cattle ranching in Colombia has been at the heart of the country’s agricultural economy for centuries, contributing significantly to rural livelihoods and national development. However, the sector has also played a profound role in the country’s armed…
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Save the Date, Register for the CircularEconomy4Colombia, Demo Day
Join us at the CircularEconomy4Colombia Innovation Challenge Demo Day, an inspiring hybrid event that will highlight the innovative solutions developed by selected entrepreneurial teams and growth-stage companies, supporting Colombia's transition toward a circular economy in the agri-food sector.
Hybrid event, Online and In-Person…
article
How a new bean variety brings health and prosperity to women farmers
Anastacia Wanjiru
A new story published by The Star highlights how women farmers in Njoro, Kenya are transforming their lives by adopting the Nyota bean: a fast-maturing, nutrient-rich variety. With support from KALRO and the Alliance, this innovation is helping farmers improve their families' nutrition, boost incomes, and build resilience to…
article
From awareness to action: Social valuation of climate change mitigation options in Kenyan dairy farming
Jesús Fernando Flórez Herrera, Stefan Burkart
In Kenya, where small-scale dairy farming is a vital part of the economy, farmers face increasing challenges from rising temperatures, changing rainfall patterns and degraded pastures. These climate risks affect productivity, making it crucial for farmers to…
article
At the vanguard of food and nutrition security: Jai Rana reaps Indian Academy Endowment Award
Alie Peter Galeon
PANTNAGAR, Uttarakhand— The National Academy of Agricultural Sciences has awarded Alliance Scientist Jai Rana with the prestigious Dr. L.C. Sikka Endowment Award in recognition of his contributions to food and nutrition security in the country. The biennial award was bestowed during the XVII Agricultural…
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New climate data toolkit for agroecology developed with African Institute for Mathematical Sciences, backed by McKnight Foundation
Peter Steward, Anastacia Wanjiru
The Alliance, in partnership with AIMS and backed by the McKnight Foundation, is developing a climate data toolkit to help researchers analyze climate risks in agroecology. By integrating climate data into agricultural research, it aims to…
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América Latina y el Caribe: región de constrastes y desafíos
International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/51999
Abstract
Estrategias de acción del CIAT para enfrentar retos y oportunidades que fortalezcan
la agricultura eco-eficiente.
Publication year
2012
Authors
International Center for Tropical Agriculture
Full Citation
América…
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Livret de recettes alimentaires locales améliorées pour une meilleure alimentation, nutrition et santé des nourrissons et jeunes enfants, et des femmes en âge de procréer dans le Nord-Bénin
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/173166
Publication year
2021
Authors
Bankole, Malikath
Koukou, Elie
Bodjrenou, Sam
Boedecker, Julia
Amoussa Hounkpatin, Waliou
Full Citation…
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Soil health strategies for sorghum systems in Kenya: A training of trainers field manual
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/173156
Abstract
The Excellence in Agronomy (EiA) Initiative offers a new model and research culture, seizing these opportunities to
deliver agronomic gain at scale by facilitating efficiencies through globalized networking and aligning research and
development (R&D) priorities with demands from scaling partners through context-specific Use Cases. It utilizes
standardized analytics and decision support approaches…
