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Degeneration of sweetpotato seed in Tanzania: can cleaned-up, virus-tested seed help? by Ogero, K.

“…The overall research question addressed in this thesis is how can cleaned-up, virus-tested seed be incorporated into smallholder farming systems to reduce degeneration in sweetpotato? …”
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Poverty dynamics and the determining factors among East African smallholder farmers by Hammond, James, Pagella, Tim, Caulfield, Mark E., Fraval, Simon, Teufel, Nils, Wichern, J., Kihoro, Esther, Herrero, Mario, Rosenstock, Todd S., Wijk, Mark T. van

“…The sites represented contrasting smallholder farming systems, linked to urban centres undergoing rapid economic and social change (Nairobi, Kampala, Kisumu, and Dar-es-Salaam). …”
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Guideline for measuring agronomic gain key performance indicators in on-farm trials by Saito, Kazuki, Johnson, Jean-Martial, Hauser, Stefan, Corbeels, Marc, Devkota, Mina, Casimero, Madonna

“…It is expected that the KPIs will be used across geographies, farming systems, and research and development (R&D) stages to deliver a greater depth of understanding of agronomic gain than has ever been achieved before. …”
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Multiple mitigation strategies can lead to GHG emissions reduction in Kenyan dairy systems by Merbold, Lutz, Graham, Michael, Arndt, Claudia, González-Quintero, Ricardo, Korir, Daniel, Leitner, Sonja, Ndung’u, Phyllis, Notenbaert, An Maria Omer, Özkan, Seyda, Mottet, Anne

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Unsupervised segmentation and clustering time series approach to Southern Africa rainfall regime changes by Chipindu, Lovemore, Mupangwa, Walter, Nyagumbo, Isaiah, Zaman-Allah, Mainassara

“…Rainfall regimes change modelling and prediction inform farming strategies especially when choosing measures for mixed crop–livestock farming systems, as farmers can decide to do rainwater harvesting and moisture conservation or supplementary irrigation if water resources are available. …”
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Silvopasture for improved smallholder crop-livestock systems: A case study of sustainable intensification in the Xieng Khouang province, Lao PDR by van Wijngaarden, Kim, Cossu, Alessandra, Jalonen, Riina, Atieno, Mary, Ritzema, Randall, López Ridaura, Santiago, Groot, Jeroen C.J.

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Africa RISING- Integrated Livestock and Crop Management (Shelterbelt) by Sokoine University of Agriculture, University of Dodoma

“…Limited energy can adversely affect soil fertility as farmers use crop residues and/or manure as a source of energy. to address these developmental challenges and build resilience of farming systems, Africa RISING is screening local species for fodder quality and introducing fast growing N-rich fodder trees/shrubs in various niches (contour bunds, woodlots, shelterbelts) on-farm to supply supplementary high quality fodder and other benefits like fuelwood, erosion control and soil fertility improvement. …”
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Integrating meta-analysis and experts’ knowledge for prioritizing climate-smart agricultural practices in Ethiopian by Adimassu, Zenebe, Tibebe, Degefie, Abera, Wuletawu, Tamene, Lulseged D.

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The imperative of policy research for scaling improved forages in the tropics by Burkart, Stefan, Sandoval, Danny

“…Moreover, policy interventions can foster innovation in forage breeding, agronomy, seed systems, and value chain development, thereby enhancing the resilience and adaptability of farming systems to climate change and other external pressures. …”
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High-resolution crop-type mapping in northern Ghana by Alabi, Tunrayo, Muthoni, Francis, Uponi, John, Alabi, William, Oluwaleye, Josiah

“…Due to population pressures and the land tenure system, farming systems in the Upper East tend to be smaller and nearer to homesteads. …”
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Prospects for genetic improvement in internal nitrogen use efficiency in rice by Rose, Terry, Kretzschmar, Tobias, Waters, Daniel L. E., Balindong, Jeanette, Wissuwa, Matthias

“…While improving the efficiency at which rice plants take up fertiliser nitrogen (N) will be critical for the sustainability of rice (Oryza sativa L.) farming systems in future, improving the grain yield of rice produced per unit of N accumulated in aboveground plant material (agronomic N use efficiency; NUEagron) through breeding may also be a viable means of improving the sustainability of rice cropping. …”
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Agroecological Homestead Model (AHM): technical and implementation report, Madhya Pradesh, India by Malaiappan, Sudharsan, Gadewar, P., Goverdhanam, S., Konwar, D., Kumar, Gopal, Krishnan, S., Sikka, Alok

“…The AHM integrates diverse elements such as multilayer farming systems, natural composting techniques, water harvesting through Jal Kund, backyard poultry farming, livestock rearing, and beekeeping. …”
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CGIAR Initiative on Nature-Positive Solutions: CIMMYT final report by Odjo, Sylvanus, González Regalado, Jessica, Romero Parilla, Nestor, Bolaños Vargas, Janeth, Goulet, Frederic, González Reyes, Gabriela, Verhulst, Nele

“…The collaboration with governmental institutions will continue to help co-design policies that support the production of bioinputs and biofactories and their accessibility to smallholder farmers, helping to create more sustainable farming systems across Colombia and Burkina Faso.…”
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AVENIR progress and impact assessment: Descriptive report by Muriithi, Cyrus, Ouedraogo, Issa, Chege, Christine, Kinyua, Michael, Nouwodjro, Paul, Diouf, Latyr, Maina, Wilson, Siagbe, Golli

“…Notable successes include Bakel department achieving 62% and Goudomp 54% resilience scores through integrated farming systems, and women demonstrating growing leadership with 11% participation in water resource management. …”
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Interplay of resource endowments, agriculture and nutritional outcomes in the Central Indian Landscape by Padhan, Niranjan, Anantha, K.H., Garg, Kaushal K., Akuraju, V. R., Singh, Ramesh, Jat, M.L.

“…Livestock is an integral part of the farming system as 60% of the households own cattle, buffalo and goats. …”
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Potential of residual soil moisture for supporting post-season legume cropping systems by Tesfaye, Getachew, Abera, Wuletawu, Kihara, Job

“…The use of residual soil moisture for post-rainfall cropping offers a promising pathway to enhance agricultural productivity, food security, and climate resilience in rainfed farming systems. In Ethiopia, where irrigation access remains limited and rainfall variability is high, the potential of residual soil moisture to support post-season legume production remains poorly quantified. …”
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Effect of groundnut cake and P on millet stover utilisation and nutrient excretion by sheep by Sangare, M., Fernández Rivera, S., Hiernaux, Pierre H.Y., Pandey, V.S.

“…It is concluded that an adequate capture of the additional N and P that is voided following supplementation, could enhance the sustainability of mixed farming systems in the Sahel.…”
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Summary of baseline household survey results: Karnal, Harayana State, India by Singh, RKP

“…Most of the household have integrated farming systems, integrating crops with livestock. Households produce food crops, livestock, fodder and vegetables, in general. …”
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Adoption of dual purpose forages: Some policy implications by Lapar, Ma. Lucila, Ehui, Simeon K.

“…Livestock, especially ruminant, production is an important component of farming systems in upland areas of the Philippines. Moreover, since upland agriculture is becoming unsustainable because of soil erosion and productivity of crops is limited by poor soils, livestock production is a particularly valuable source of income to complement crop production. …”
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Characterizing husbandry practices and breeding objectives of Sheko cattle owners for designing conservation and improvement strategies in Ethiopia by Bayou, E., Haile, Aynalem, Gizaw, Solomon, Mekasha, Yoseph

“…A survey was conducted through single field visits and interviews with 360 respondents in selected districts of Bench Maji Zone, Southwestern Ethiopia to asses the Sheko cattle farming system, breeding practices, and identify cattle breeding goals and constraints for designing Sheko cattle conservation and improvement strategies. …”
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