Failure by research and development organizations to consider farmers preference for soil water conservation (SWC) practices have resulted in low adoption.
Integration of new tree and shrub species in the Borodo watershed will help reverse worsening watershed degradation, and address the immediate needs of farmers, such as food, fodder, fuel and vario
Balanites products offer great opportunity to reduce malnutrition, contribute to food security and reduce poverty among dryland communities.
Scarcity of fuel wood has huge implications for agricultural productivity and food security.
Because of its importance as a source of food and income for dryland communities, an assessment of the physico-chemical characteristics and fatty acid profile of kernel oil was carried out.
Massive deforestation in Ethiopia has reduced the contribution of forests to environmental protection, food security, and income generation.
Key challenges encountered while operationalizing the African Highlands Initiative (AHI) devolution model are linked to coordination management, with issues arising out of collaboration processes.
Land degradation is severe in the steep sloping highlands in eastern Africa; natural resource management is central to good governance and increasing enfranchisement of rural people.
Use of inorganic fertilizers could be fundamental in addressing low and declining soil fertility while improving food security in sub-Sahara Africa.
Land degradation is the major challenge to improving agricultural production and productivity.
Fostering collective action is necessary for scaling sustainable land management (SLM) innovations.
This book summarizes experiences of farmers, research and development workers, policy and decision-makers in an integrated approach to natural resource management (INRM) through the African Highlan
Scaling up is not just about technology transfer but a critical understanding of the needs and visions of farmers as well.
The objective was to improve agricultural productivity and increase rural income and food security through agro-based natural resources in the highlands of Eastern Africa, while also scaling up int
The objective was to determine the influence of market access or lack of it, on farmer investment in soil and water conservation (SWC) technologies in the highlands of eastern Uganda.
The presentation shows world mortality trends related to tobacco use (1970-2010) and trends in risk of death for various countries across the globe.
Research plans are outlined in this presentation, with regard to collecting and updating data on tobacco use, and the cost-effectiveness of tobacco control measures in India.
A 50% increase in cigarette prices would lead to millions of life-years gained through smoking cessation, across the study countries (India, Indonesia, Bangladesh, the Philippines, Vietnam, Armenia
Details of the research program objectives are provided: 1) to synchronize and strengthen local expertise and research capacity regarding tobacco usage data and tobacco control policy and initiativ
The presentation reviews research findings for tobacco usage and control in India. It identifies strategies to engage with stakeholders and policy makers.
The presentation reviews a workplan for tobacco control in Mexico, including steps for data collection and analysis; details of tobacco taxation policy and political will; grassroots advocacy group
This overview looks at the selection process for country and regional studies in the global south towards a program of research regarding tobacco usage and effective tobacco control measures.
The presentation provides information regarding partnerships with other groups towards evidence-based advocacy.