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Recent policy trends and developments related to the conservation, use and development of genetic resources
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104943
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The erosion of genetic resources and hence diversity continues at an alarming pace. Simultaneously, technologies which develop and make use of these resources outpace the ability of laws and societies to understand and cope with them. Spurred by technological advances, appreciation of the monetary and non-monetary value of genetic resources has grown, leading to increasing conflict…
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Issues on gene flow and germplasm management
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104979
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This publication is the result of extensive discussions within IPGRI that highlighted the need to identify approaches and procedures to manage germplasm and gene flow, whether from traditionally bred or genetically engineered varieties, to effectively conserve plant genetic resources. This publication compiles the contributions of several authors who address the subject of gene flow from a science-based perspective and its implications for…
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Quercus suber network: Report of the 3rd and 4th meetings, 9-12 June 1996, Sassari, Sardinia, Italy, 20-22 February 1997, Almoraima, Spain
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/105034
Publication year
1997
Authors
Turok, J.
Varela, M.C.
Hansen, C.
European Forest Genetic Resources Programme
Full Citation
European Forest Genetic Resources Programme; Turok, J.; Varela, M.C.;…
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Safeguarding Intangible Cultural Heritage: a photobook of traditional foodways of the Isukha and East Pokot communities of Kenya
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/105071
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This photobook presents the results of traditional foodways documentation conducted in Isukha and East Pokot communities of Kenya within the project ‘Safeguarding traditional foodways of two communities in Kenya’ executed by UNESCO Nairobi Office. The documentation was undertaken between 2008-2012 largely by pupils of primary schools in Isukha and East Pokot. The…
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Safeguarding Intangible Cultural Heritage: traditional foodways of the Isukha community of Kenya
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/105072
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This document presents the results of documentation of traditional foodways conducted in the Isukha community of Kenya within the project ‘Safeguarding traditional foodways of two communities in Kenya. The documentation was undertaken between 2010-2012 largely by pupils of two primary schools– Muraka and Shihuli assisted by their teachers, a local project coordinator and the project team mainly…
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Safeguarding Intangible Cultural Heritage: traditional foodways of the East Pokot community of Kenya
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/105073
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This document presents the results of documentation of traditional foodways conducted in the East Pokot community of Kenya within the project ‘Safeguarding traditional foodways of two communities in Kenya. The documentation was undertaken between 2010-2012 largely by pupils of two primary schools - Chemolingot and Churo assisted by their teachers, a local project coordinator and the project…
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Strengthening national capacities to implement the International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture. Report of the mid-term review workshop, 16-19 July 2013
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/105075
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The project “Strengthening national capacities to implement the International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture”, also known as “GRPI 2”, brings together partners from eight countries: Burkina Faso, Côte d’Ivoire, Rwanda, Uganda, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Bhutan and Nepal ; and other…
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Report the ECP/GR ad hoc meeting on Umbellifer Genetic Resources held at theScottish Agricultural Science Agency in Edinburgh on the 23rd November 2001
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/105098
Publication year
2001
Authors
International Plant Genetic Resources Institute
Full Citation
International Plant Genetic Resources Institute (2001) Report the ECP/GR ad hoc meeting on Umbellifer Genetic Resources held at…
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Minutes of the European Cooperative Programme/Genetic Resources Allium Working Party, 25-26 February 1982, Wellesbourne, UK
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/105099
Publication year
1982
Authors
Maggioni, L.
International Plant Genetic Resources Institute
Full Citation
International Plant Genetic Resources Institute; Maggioni, L. (Comp.) (1982) Minutes of the European Cooperative Programme/Genetic…
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Practical tips for conducting gender-responsive data collection
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/105108
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This two-page publication provides practical tips for carrying out gender-responsive data collection. The issues covered include paying attention to the composition of the field team, collecting gender-disaggregated data, examining how gender intersects with other forms of social difference, seeking appropriate approvals, scheduling activities at appropriate times and places, seeking privacy, using appropriate language,…
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Briefing note: Building on farmers' perception and traditional knowledge: biodiversity management for climate change adaptation strategies
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/105110
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The factsheet presents some initial findings of a multi-country climate change survey carried out in Peru, Zimbabwe and Vietnam in 2012-2013 by the Asociación para la Naturaleza y el Desarrollo Sostenible (ANDES), Community Technology Development Trust (CTDT), the Southeast Asia Regional Initiatives for Community Empowerment (SEARICE) and Oxfam-…
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Report of an ad hoc meeting of the Chairs, Vice-Chairs and Central Crop Database Managers of the Solanaceae and Cucurbits Working Groups, 11-12 April 2013, Valencia, Spain
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/105117
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Report of an ad hoc meeting of the Chairs, Vice-Chairs and Central Crop Database Managers of the Solanaceae and Cucurbits Working Groups, 11-12 April 2013, Valencia, Spain
Publication year
2013
Authors
Bioversity International…
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Bioversity International - Ciencia para el futuro
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/105123
Abstract
Bioversity International es una organización de investigación para el desarrollo que busca soluciones a problemas globales mediante el uso y la conservación de la biodiversidad agrícola y forestal. El objetivo de la organización es investigar sobre el uso y la conservación de la biodiversidad agrícola y forestal para mejorar la nutrición, los medios de vida, la sostenibilidad de la agricultura y los bosques, y hacer los ecosistemas más…
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Bioversity International - Research for our future
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/105125
Abstract
Bioversity International is a research-for-development organization seeking solutions to global issues through the use and conservation of agricultural and forest biodiversity.Bioversity International’s purpose is to investigate the use and conservation of agricultural and forest biodiversity in order to achieve better nutrition, improve livelihoods, enhance agricultural and forest sustainability and enable productive and resilient…
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A global strategy for the conservation and use of cacao genetic resources, as the foundation for a sustainable cocoa economy [Summary booklet]
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/105146
Abstract
This document is an abbreviated version of the Global Strategy for the Conservation and Use of Cacao Genetic Resources, developed by the Global Network for Cacao Genetic Resources (CacaoNet). The strategy is the result of a consultation process that drew upon the global cocoa community’s expertise in all aspects of cacao genetic resources. The…
