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Mosaic genome structure and chromosome segregation in polyploid interspecific plantain bananas and derived breeding accessions
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/96096
Publication year
2018
Authors
Baurens, F.C.
Martin, G.
Hervouet, C.
Njembele, J.C.
Habas, R.
Salmon, F.
Ricci, S.
Rouard, M.
Yahiaoui…
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National and international policies and incentives for agrobiodiversity conservation and use in Nepal
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/92022
Publication year
2017
Authors
Gauchan, D.
Tiwari, S.B.
Acharya, A.K.
Pandey, K.R.
Joshi, B.K.
Full Citation
Gauchan, D.; Tiwari, S.B.; Acharya, A.K.; Pandey, K.R.; Joshi, B.K…
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Spatially explicit threat assessment to target food tree species in Burkina Faso
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/77857
Abstract
There is a general agreement on the need to ensure the in situ conservation and availability of valuable genetic resources of wild species that are important for food security and nutrition. In order to be able to adopt adequate conservation measures a spatial assessment
of their distribution and a sound analysis of the causes of and their…
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Feeding our world safely, sustainably and ethically
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/93180
Publication year
2018
Authors
Alders, Robyn G.
Hunter, D.
Schonfeldt, H.
Stelllmasch, D.
Full Citation
Alders, R.; Hunter, D.; Schonfeldt, H.; Stelllmasch, D. (2018) Feeding our world safely, sustainably and…
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The Climate Security Inequality Nexus: A critical analysis of pathways and synergies
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/117592
Abstract
Inequality is a key component of any crisis, whether it is related to climate, conflict, or a global pandemic, as it can reveal why some people and regions are disproportionately impacted over others. While interaction of climate impacts with structural inequalities can exacerbate already existing risks of insecurity and fragility, it can also leave room for institutions and interventions to address…
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Participatory community wealth ranking in banana-producing regions of Uganda and Tanzania
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/116637
Abstract
The report describes the approach and results of community wealth ranking (CWR) exercises conducted in 2015-2016 to ascertain the wealth groups and their characteristics of selected banana-producing communities in two regions of Uganda and four of Tanzania. The CWR information gathered was aimed at informing current and future banana breeding initiatives in and
beyond the study areas. Participatory…
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Are climate- and peace and security-related policies coherent? A policy coherence analysis for climate security
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/117662
Abstract
The impacts of climate change and variability will likely be experienced in different and uneven ways depending on the different extents to which societies – and the communities within them – are exposed, vulnerable, or possess the adaptive capacity to mitigate said impacts. Certain countries, such as those located near the equator or the poles, are exposed to a rapidly changing…
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CLEANED Environment Assessment of small ruminant production systems in Ethiopia: Baseline Validation Workshop Report.
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/114686
Abstract
The SmaRT pack project is the implementation of integrated approaches of small ruminant production and productivity
improvement technologies of breeds through community-based breeding improvement, feed & nutrition, animal health,
collective marketing, and environmental sustainability in Ethiopia. Part of the Livestock CRP operating in Menz,Bonga,
Abergela and Doyogena.…
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Linking farmers, indigenous vegetables and schools to improve diets and nutrition in Busia County, Kenya
Bioversity International (Bioversity International)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/100109
Publication year
2018
Authors
Wasike, Victor W.
Manjella, M.
Wasiliwa, L.
Hunter, D.
Full Citation
Wasike, V.; Manjella, M.; Wasiliwa, L.; Hunter, D. (2018)…
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Forage seed stakeholder workshop 12th May 2021: Addressing obstacles for thriving a forage seed sector in Tanzania
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/115027
Abstract
Livestock production constitutes a significant contribution to the economy and nutrition of many households in Tanzania. Despite the profound attributes of livestock in the nation, livestock sector is yet to attain its maximum level of production and productivity due to a number of challenges including insufficient forage quantity and quality. This culminates to poor animal…
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Seasonal scenario planning for matching seed supply and demand: Final report
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/118337
Abstract
Probabilistic scenario planning in agriculture is a procedure that uses available data and expert estimates to inform decision-making across the food system in a way that minimizes economic risk. This report summarizes the sustained application of the project outputs. It includes a synthesis of a project reflection event and of the overall project, highlighting the main findings.
Publication…
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Digital Agriculture Profile: Ethiopia
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/119309
Abstract
Improving agricultural productivity in Ethiopia is crucial to alleviate poverty and meet growing food demand amid environmental stress and climate change. Agricultural innovation and access to digital agricultural solutions have the potential to boost productivity while reducing negative environmental footprints in agriculture and food system value chains. However, most smallholder farmers in Ethiopia have limited access to digital farming solutions. A…
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Training report on Rumen8 computer software for dairy cows feed rations for Youth Agripreneurs, dairy experts, teaching staffs, researchers and extension staffs in Tanga and Kilimanjaro Region
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/116032
Publication year
2021
Authors
Ngunga, David
Mwendia, Solomon W.
Full Citation
Ngunga, D.; Mwendia, S. (2021) Training report on Rumen8 computer software for dairy cows feed…
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Informe grupos focales al nivel local y consulta nacional sobre oportunidades de inversión para la producción ganadera baja en carbono de Nicaragua
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/115872
Abstract
En el marco del “Estudio de apoyo a la preparación del portafolio de inversiones para el desarrollo de la ganadería baja en carbono de Nicaragua”, se realizaron talleres de consulta al nivel local y nacional sobre “Ganadería, medio ambiente y cambio climático” para apoyar la formulación de un portafolio de inversión pública y privada para el…
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Capacity building program to improve stakeholder resilience and adaptation to climate change in Jamaica (CBCA)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/117966
Abstract
Jamaica will face future climate trends marked by increases in the intensity and frequency of climate extremes, escalating rainfall variability, and increased droughts and floods; combined with fragile ecosystems and sensitive coastal zones, the result is that Jamaica has a relatively high vulnerability to climate change. Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA), which incorporates…
