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Agricultural extension in Africa. Proceedings of an international workshop, Yaounde, Cameroon, Volume II. by Wolf, Judith N.

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How governance impacts non-timber forest product value chains in Cameroon by Tieguhong, J.C., Ingram, V.J., Mala, W.A., Ndoye, O., Grouwels, Sophie

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Endogenous livestock development in Cameroon: Exploring the potential of local initiatives for livestock development by Hooft, Katrien van 't, Millar, D., Geerlings, E., Django, Sali

“…It is the outcome of a joint effort between farmers and extension workers in Cameroon and consultants, who explored the multi-faceted role of livestock in rural communities and ways in which livestock keepers can become better informed and organised.…”
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Interactions between cassava varieties and soil characteristics in crop production in eastern Cameroon by Sarr, S., Araki, S., Njukwe, E.

“…Cassava represents a staple food source in Cameroon and in many other tropical countries, as it is effectively able to combat hunger. …”
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Genetic structure and origin of Busseola fusca (Fuller) (Lepidoptera, Noctuidae) populations in Cameroon by Sezonlin, M., Ndemah, R., Goergen, Georg E., Le Rü, B., Dupas, S., Silvain, J.

“…Previous preliminary studies based on a few B. fusca individuals collected fromthree localities within the Guineo-Congolian rain forest in Cameroon demonstrated a matching with clade KII, a fairly surprising result because the putative centre of origin of that clade is located 3 000 km away in East Africa. …”
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Effects of cropping and tree density on earthworm community composition and densities in central Cameroon by Norgrove, L., Csuzdi, C., Hauser, S.

“…The experiment was in central Cameroon. Seventeen earthworm species were recorded from Eudrilidae subfamilies Eudrilinae and Pareudrilinae, Ocnerodrilidae and Acanthodrilidae, most of which were endemics. …”
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Impact of fungicide application on taro leaf blight disease in three regions of Cameroon by Manju, E.B., Fokunang, C.N., Mbong, G.A., Tima, T.S., Suh, C., Tembe-Fokunang, E.A., Hanna, R.

“…The study was conducted in the research field sites of the Institute of Agricultural Research (IRAD), Bambui, North West Region, (IRAD), Ekona South West Region and the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) Nkolbisson, Yaoundé, Center Region of Cameroon. Four cultivars of taro (Dark green petiole with small leaves (L1), Red petiole with small leaves (L2), Light green petiole with large leaves (L3) and Light green petiole with small leaves(L4)) were planted in four seasons, for two years, in the months of March and July 2015, March and July 2016 in all the research farms. …”
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Proceedings of the International Cavies Symposium, Yaoundé, Cameroon, 6-8 July 2016 by Maass, Brigitte L., Makila, Ethel

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Developing cassava cultivars based on farmers needs and on the agroecological conditions of northwestern Cameroon by Christine, Z., Richard, C., Urs, S., Peter, N., Hanna, R.

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Countrywide distribution of fauna association with the cassva green mite (Mononychellus tanajoa) in Cameroon by Tchuanyo, M., Yaninek, John S., Hammond, W., Onzo, A., Lienou, L.

“…A survey of the distribution and abundance of cassava green mite and associated indigenous natural enemies found in the cassava agroecosystem in Cameroon was conducted during the 1991 dry season (January-February). …”
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Investigations of the livelihood strategies of young men and women in forested landscapes of eastern Cameroon by MacNeil, C., Brown, H.C.P., Sonwa, D.J.

“…Focus groups and surveys were conducted in six villages in Eastern Cameroon to identify subsistence and income-driven activities of young people. …”
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Biological and physical contraints on maize production in the Humid Forest and Western Highlands of Cameroon by Ngoko, Z., Cardwell, K., Marasas, W.F.O., Wingfield, M., Ndemah, R., Schulthess, F.

“…The aim was to identify biological and physical factors responsible for reducing maize yield in Cameroon. Two surveys were conducted in 137 fields in two agroecological zones in 1995–1997. …”
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Timber certification as a catalyst for change in forest governance in Cameroon, Indonesia, and Peru by Savilaakso, S., Cerutti, P.O., Montoya Zumaeta, J.G., Ruslandi, Essiane-Mendoula, E., Tsanga, R.

“…In this paper we discuss interactions between public regulations and private certification that affect how forests are managed in three tropical countries: Indonesia, Cameroon, and Peru. We show how the governance regime in each of the countries has evolved in response to environmental and social issues. …”
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The impacts of artisanal gold mining on local livelihoods and the environment in the forested areas of Cameroon by Funoh, K.N.

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A crispy delicacy: Augosoma Beetle as alternative source of protein in East Cameroon by Muafor, F.J., Levang, P., Le Gall, P.

“…Despite the fact that the exoskeleton of the Augosoma centaurus (Dynastinae) is hard and difficult to chew, this insect is often gathered in Eastern Cameroon for food in periods of availability. Nine ethnic groups in Eastern Cameroon were surveyed to understand the role of this insect in assuring food security, using quantitative and qualitative social science approaches. …”
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Contributions of community and individual small-scale logging to sustainable timber management in Cameroon by Lescuyer, G., Cerutti, P.O., Tsanga, R.

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Efficacy of oil palm intercropping by smallholders: Case study in South-West Cameroon by Nchanji, Y.K., Nkongho, R.N., Mala, W.A., Levang, P.

“…The study was carried out in seven communities in the Bamuso Sub-division of the South–West Region of Cameroon and seeks to understand how smallholder oil palm farmers (small, medium and large scale) use the intercropping technique during the early stages of oil palm development as a means to improve on their livelihood. …”
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Socioecological responsibility and Chinese overseas investments: The case of rubber plantation expansion in Cameroon by Assembe-Mvondo, Samuel, Putzel, L., Atyi, R.E.

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From farmers to loggers: the role of shifting cultivation landscapes in timber production in Cameroon by Robiglio, Valentina, Lescuyer, G., Cerutti, P.O.

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Vulnerability to coastal flooding and response strategies: the case of settlements in Cameroon mangrove forests by Munji, C.A, Bele, M.Y., Nkwatoh, A.F, Idinoba, M., Somorin, O.A., Sonwa, D.J.

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