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Scaling CGIAR innovations with strategic partnerships by International Rice Research Institute

“…Objectives included showcasing Asian Mega Deltas (AMD) accomplishments, providing an overview of CGIAR innovations in Southeast Asia to identify synergies for collaborative scaling, conducting practical exercises like innovation system analysis, and forming shared aspirations for scaling innovations with partners. …”
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Prévention et Contrôle de la Fièvre de la Vallée du Rift au Sénégal by Hachim Said, Shakira

“…The methodology involves defining the data to be collected, developing the platform, providing targeted training and conducting a pilot phase in priority areas. The Ministry plays a central role in coordinating and standardising information flows and operationalising alerts and measures (vaccination, vector control). …”
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Canadian High Commissioner celebrates birth of the Biosciences eastern and central Africa Hub by International Livestock Research Institute

“…Representing the founding funder of the Hub, he noted that BecA is conducting important research that will help address key agricultural issues, including those facing small-scale African farmers, the majority of whom are women. …”
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Trypanotolerant livestock, a sustainable option for increasing livestock production in tsetse-affected areas by D'Ieteren, G.D.M.

“…Discusses constraints in conducting research on the characteristics of trypanotolerance cattle sheep and goats, such as, identification of suitable research sites with sufficient numbers of animals exposed to a sufficiently high level of natural trypanosomiasis risk. …”
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Dual purpose wheat and barley for human food and livestock feed in India by International Livestock Research Institute

“…ELKS aims to support SRTT and its Allied Trusts and their partners to enhance their capacities to improve livestock based livelihoods in the hilly/tribal areas in Nagaland, Mizoram, Arunachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Jharkhand by (1) conducting research to fill technical knowledge gaps (2) strengthening institutional mechanisms and (3) facilitating pro-poor policies. …”
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Smallholder poultry model for poverty alleviation in Bangladesh: A review of evidence on impact by Islam, S.M.F., Jabbar, M.A.

“…In this paper, the evolution of the model has been summarized and studies conducted to assess the impact of the poultry model at various stages of its evolution have been critically reviewed. …”
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Kaalamang Pagsasaka sa Himpapawid - School-on-the-Air project on Climate Smart Agriculture (SOA–CSA) in Cagayan Valley: Manual of Operations by Department of Agriculture, Philippines, Philippine Federation of Rural Broadcasters, Philippine Agriculture Journalists, Inc., Philippine Rice Research Institute, Cagayan Valley Agriculture and Resources Research and Development Consortium, CGIAR Research Program on Climate Change, Agriculture and Food Security

“…It has five chapters: (1) introduction, (2) implementation scheme, (3) organizing and conducting the SOA, (4) logistical requirements, and (5) reporting procedures. …”
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Styrmedel för en mer resurseffektiv användning av biomassa by Zetterberg, David

“…This was done by Interviewing experts in the field as well as conducting a literature review. Based on the identified inefficiencies, suggestions for changes and new policies were formulated. …”

Isotope analysis for understanding mountain springs in western Nepal by Bharati, Luna, Khadka, Ambika, Kumar, Sudhir, Dhaubanjar, Sanita, Drown, Patrick

“…Under BCRWME, the International Water Management Institute (IWMI) is leading comprehensive research into characterizing mountain springs and identifying science-based interventions that can increase reliability and water availability in these sources. IWMI is conducting isotope analysis to investigate hydrological processes in mountain springs and identifying recharge zones in order to sustain springs in Banlek and Shikarpur in western Nepal.…”
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Training for improved seasonal climate prediction over Ethiopia by Ahmed, Jemal Seid, Teshome, Asaminew, Demissie, Teferi Dejene

“…Ethiopia’s National Meteorology Agency (NMA), under the support of the International Research Institute for Climate and Society (IRI), through the project Adapting Agriculture to Climate Today, for Tomorrow (ACToday), is working together with the CGIAR Research Program on Climate Change, Agriculture and Food Security (CCAFS) in East Africa to address the needs and demands of different stakeholders including governmental, non-governmental organizations and other non-state actors by conducting staff training to improve the generation of reliable, timely and accurate weather and seasonal forecasts. …”
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Participatory mapping with herders in a climate adaptation research project by Ilboudo Nébié, E.K., West, C.T., Crane, Todd A.

“…I reflect on challenges of conducting fieldwork in one’s home country, which made it easier to build relationships and interact with officials. …”
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Capitalizing CIALCA’s 15 years of multi-actor, multi-stakeholder, actionable and adaptive research support for inclusive and sustainable knowledge ecosystems in the Great Lakes Reg... by Sartas, Murat, Remans, Roseline, Gotor, Elisabetta

“…Born out of integrating multiple interventions working in the Great Lakes Region, the Consortium for Improving Agriculture-based Livelihoods in Central Africa (CIALCA) has been conducting applied research and supporting collaborative efforts of international and national organisations working in the agricultural sector. …”
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Economic analysis of pest problems in agriculture and food chains in Africa by Groote, Hugo de

“…In this review, we argue for inclusion of social scientists and systematic economic analysis of pest problems and their control, consisting of four major steps: (1) estimating pests’ extent and intensity, (2) conducting trials for technical and economical efficacy of control methods, (3) randomized controlled trials with participatory evaluation and effectiveness analysis of control options, and (4) impact assessment of pests and control methods. …”
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Estimating Historical CGIAR Research Investments by Elven, S., Krishnan, L.

“…The importance of tracking the research areas towards which investments are directed is less acknowledged, yet this information is essential for prioritizing impact assessments and conducting cost benefit analyses at the system level. …”
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Genomics approaches to study the biology underlying resistance to trypanosomiasis--some unexpected lessons by Kemp, Stephen J., Hanotte, Olivier H., Agaba, Morris, Noyes, H.A., Gibson, John P., Archibald, A.L., Rennie, C., Hulme, H., Brass, A.

“…An international multidisciplinary consortium is conducting a programme of research on the host response to trypanosome infection. …”
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Research legitimacy as a precursor to effectiveness: the role of equitable partnerships in transforming aquatic food systems by Schutter, Marleen, Eriksson, Hampus, Apgar, Marina, Ride, Anouk

“…An “engineering mindset” that prioritizes technical innovations, academic definitions of research excellence, unequal research collaborations, and funding constraints currently inhibit conducting strategic and transformative research. Taking ownership, equity, shared analysis, and feedback as key principles for research-in-development can assist in moving from transfer of technology to recognizing and working within the specific political and institutional contexts of aquatic food systems.…”
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Promising Aquaculture Technologies and Innovations for Transforming Food Systems Toward Low Emission Pathways in Kenya: A Review by Tran, Nhuong, Ogello, Erick, Outa, Nicholas, Muthoka, Mavindu, Hoong, Yan

“…This work aimed at (1) reviewing published documents and reports to identify TIMPs with the potential for scaling to reduce GHGE, (2) identifying the constraints and challenges faced by different value chain actors in scaling aquatic food system TIMPs from the angle of low emission development, (3) identifying potential social, economic, and environmental co-benefits and spillover effects from scaling the TIMPs, and (4) conducting a stakeholder consultation in Kisumu County, Kenya, to map out aquaculture value chains and identify sources of emissions, and identify promising TIMPs for scaling. …”
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Developing climate risk maps and adaptation plans for rice-based production systems in the Philippines by Jeny Raviz, Mary Anne Gutierrez, Cornelia Garcia, Rowena Castillo, Jane Girly Balanza, Michelle Joy Manipol, Rico Locaba, Jon Hellin, Alice Laborte

“…CGIAR’s Research Initiative on Climate Resilience (ClimBeR) has been conducting activities to increase the resilience of smallholder production systems in the Philippines to withstand the effects of climate change. …”
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Flash report on evaluation of tomato and capsicum candidate lines for registration in Tanzania by Schafleitner, R.

“…Background The trials were conducted in three regions: Kilimanjaro, Arusha, and Iringa. …”
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A 2007 Social Accounting Matrix (SAM) Database for Zambia by Zambia Institute for Policy Analysis and Research, International Food Policy Research Institute

“…It is therefore an ideal database for conducting economy wide impact assessments, including SAM-based multiplier analysis and computable general equilibrium (CGE) modeling.…”
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