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An overview of the poultry sector and status of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in Kenya: Background paper by Omiti, John Moturi, Okuthe, Sam O.

“…The objective was to identify knowledge gaps that HPAI research in Kenya should focus on. A thorough review of existing literature was done including searches over the internet. …”
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Innovations in insuring the poor: Experience with weather index-based insurance in India and Malawi by Giné, Xavier

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Modeling greenhouse gas emissions from rice-based production systems: sensitivity and upscaling by Li, Changsheng, Mosier, Arvin, Wassmann, Reiner, Cai, Zucong, Zheng, Xunhua, Huang, Yao, Tsuruta, Haruo, Boonjawat, Jariya, Lantin, Rhoda

“…The major modifications focused on simulations of anaerobic biogeochemistry and rice growth as well as parameterization of paddy rice management. …”
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Impact of Salinity on Agriculture of Ganges-Brahmaputra-Meghna Delta and Mekong delta by Islam, Md Feroz, de Miguel Garcia, Angel, van Scheltinga, Catharien Terwisscha, Gulpen, Marijn, Biemans, Hester, Mondal, Manoranjan, Urfels, Anton, Nelson, Katherine

“…Both deltas are among the world’s most vulnerable regions to climate change and increasing salinity and are major rice producers. With special focus on these 2 deltas, the aim of this study is to: 1. …”
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Assessing microbial diversity in soil and roots of common crops in Sapa district, Lao Cai province, Vietnam by Thi Nhat, Phuong Bui, Yen, Chi Nguyen, Nam, Le Quang, Dung, Le Viet, Herrmann, Laetitia, Lesueur, Didier

“…Muong Hoa commune, known for its tourism, primarily engages in agricultural activities for tourism purposes, whereas Thanh Binh more focuses on production activities. The analysis contained of bacterial and fungal communities in soil and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) communities in roots. …”
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Monitoreo y evaluación de las implementaciones de Servicios Integrados Participativos de Clima para la Agricultura (PICSA) en comunidades del Oriente de Guatemala, en el marco del... by Hernandez Quevedo, Monica, Ramos, Gresia, Perez, Salomon, Rios, David, Giraldo, Diana, Ramirez Villegas, Julian, Navarro Racines, Carlos

“…In this context, Participatory Integrated Climate Services for Agriculture (PICSA) workshops emerge as a key tool to strengthen farmers' resilience. This study focuses on analyzing the effectiveness and relevance of PICSA workshops in the departments of Chiquimula, El Progreso and Zacapa, located in the dry corridor. …”
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Baseline Survey Dataset on Agricultural Practices, Dietary Diversity, and Socio-Economic Indicators in Vihiga County, Kenya (2018) by Termote, Celine, Aluso, Lillian Olimba, Akingbemisilu, Tosin Harold

“…The household questionnaire captured demographic and socio-economic data, household income, market access, food security, wealth profiles, agricultural practices, and maternal nutritional knowledge and attitudes. The dietary recall focused on quantitative intake data for women and children over two non-consecutive days, with a second recall conducted for over 50% of the sample. …”
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Creating safe spaces for decision-making in conservation agriculture: using the Gender Action Learning System methodology by Enokenwa Baa, Ojongetakah, Chinyopiro, A., Nortje, Karen

“…It brings satisfaction to household members by encouraging togetherness and united focus to coordinate their work energies and share equitably their material and financial resources. …”
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Policy and institutional study on the strategic role of water storage in Bangladesh by de Silva, Sanjiv, Jirasinha, Radheeka, Mondal, M. S., McCartney, Matthew P.

“…The policy and institutional study, conducted in each country, focused on six core questions: the types and roles of water storage across geographies and sectors; current and planned investments; the institutional and decision-making landscape; the alignment of sectoral storage plans with integrated water resources management (IWRM); opportunities for inclusive planning; and key knowledge gaps. …”
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Scaling impact, enriching lives: HarvestPlus 2024 annual report by HarvestPlus

“…Improving the nutrition of children and adolescents is a vital focus of our work. This year, we strengthened local supply chains and facilitated the inclusion of home-grown nutritious crops in school meal programs. …”
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Leveraging breed-specific data to guide targeted greenhouse gas mitigation strategies in Uganda's dairy sector by Mwema, Emmanuel, Isiaho, Glarion, Adhiambo, Sarah, Rubayiza, Isaac, Gonzalez Quintero, Ricardo, Agasi, Herbert, Ouma, Emily, Notenbaert, An

“…This was further complemented by data from the Gendered Feed Assessment Survey of 2023, which focused on crop production, livestock, and feed resource availability. …”
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Food Environment Mapping in Urban Informal (Nairobi) and Rural (Makueni) Kenya: A Cross-Sectional Vendor Survey Data (2023) by Odongo, Nicanor Obiero, Akingbemisilu, Tosin Harold, Jordan, Irmgard, Induli, Irene Mudiovo, Termote, Celine

“…The primary objective was to map and analyse food availability across vendor locations, with a specific focus on understanding the differences and similarities in food diversity between Nairobi’s Viwandani informal settlement and Makueni’s Kiima Kiu ward. …”
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Policy and institutional study on the strategic role of water storage in Bhutan by Jirasinha, Radheeka, de Silva, Sanjiv, McCartney, Matthew P., Khorlo, T.

“…The policy and institutional study, conducted in each country, focused on six core questions: the types and roles of water storage across geographies and sectors; current and planned investments; the institutional and decision-making landscape; the alignment of sectoral storage plans with integrated water resources management (IWRM); opportunities for inclusive planning; and key knowledge gaps. …”
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Explicit engagement principles support the performance of agroecological living landscapes (ALLs) in terms of fostering transdisciplinary research and the co-design of solutions. P... by Fuchs, Lisa Elena, Triomphe, Bernard, Navarrete Cruz, Angela, Bergamini, Nadia, Piraux, Marc, Chimonyo, Vimbayi

“…To understand their functioning, we assessed whether and to which degree the nature and characterization of the ALL emergence process expressed in terms of the country team’s adherence to or engagement with the Principles of engagement correlated with the functioning and performance of the ALLs in terms of their capacity to foster actual transdisciplinary (problem-focused, solution-oriented, inclusive, reflexive) research and co-design. …”
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Initial evaluation of models to predict methane production based on VIS-NIR signatures captured in the field by Gonzalez Guzman, Juan Jose, Penafiel, Jorge, Cardoso, Juan Andres, Lopez, Diana Carolina, Jones, Chris, Jauregui, Rosa, Sanchez, Miguel, Marin, Alejandra, Wenzl, Peter, Arango, Jacobo

“…Traditionally, genebank characterizations focus on capturing basic morphological and phenological traits to support genetic quality evaluations and inform decisions on regeneration and seed production. …”
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Uncovering Gender Inequities: Bridging gender gaps in water access, control, and utilization among Borana Pastoralists in a changing climate by Firdissa, Selamawit, Alemayehu, Sintayehu, Workeneh, Sintayehu, Nchanji, Eileen Bogweh, Abdulhamid, Numery, Tesfaye, Lidya, Tegegne, Getachew, Kanno, Liyuneh, Ketema, Dessalegn Molla, Terefe, Tadesse, Doyo, Jaldesa

“…Addressing restrictive gender norms and bolstering women-focused networks are key to fostering equitable access to water, improving livelihoods, and enhancing climate adaptability. …”
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The effects of agronomic practices on soil greenhouse gas emissions in maize production systems in Buea, Cameroon by Amahnui, George Amenchwi, Paligwende Nikiema, Veronica Ebot Manga, Aaron Suh Tening, Theophilus Olufemi Isimikalu, Tek B. Sapoka

“…With a specific focus on zero tillage and organic fertilization, this study examines the effects of agronomic practices on soil greenhouse gas (GHGs—CO 2 , N 2 O, and CH 4 ) emissions, global warming potential (GWP), maize productivity and greenhouse gas intensity (GHGI) over two growing seasons (2020 minor and 2021 main season) in Buea, Cameroon. …”
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Qualitative gender analysis country report, Zambia: Building equitable climate resilient African bean and insect sectors by Mulube, Mwiinga, Banda, Arnold, Chanda, Moses, Ouya, Frederick, Lutomia, Cosmas, Ketema, Dessalegn, Nchanji, Eileen

“…The study adopted a qualitative design involving 47 Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) of men-only, women only, and mixed groups; 60 Key Informant Interviews (KIIs); and in-depth interviews with farmers, entrepreneurs, persons living with disabilities, and other marginalised groups. …”
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AgWise: Modular decision support tools integrating data, models, and AI for site-specific agronomy and soil health management recommendations by Abera, Wuletawu, Mkuhlani, Siyabusa, Tibebe, Degefie, Assefa, Feben, Leroux, Louise, Seid, Jemal, Srivastava, Amit, Aguilar Ariza, Andres, Devkota Wasti, Mina, Ibrahim, Ali, Kouadio, Louis, Liben, Feyera, Llanos Herrera, Lizeth, Cherenet, Meklit, Corbeels, Marc, Kihara, Job, Vanlauwe, Bernard

“…Many digital tools now claim to offer site-specific guidance, yet most remain focused on prediction rather than decision making - estimating yields, risks, or responses without translating them into coherent, feasible choices for real farms. …”
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Fertilizer use patterns, adoption drivers, farmer segmentation, and advisory design implications in Kisumu County: Baseline analysis report for fertilizer advisory design in Wester... by Degefie, Tibebe, Bendito, Eduardo, Mwungu, Chris, Kenduiywo, Benson, Kirwa, Lilian, Ghosh, Aniruddha

“…This concentration indicates a strong nitrogen–phosphorus focus and a likely gap in potassium and micronutrient coverage, which can limit yield response and nutrient use efficiency (NUE) over time. …”
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