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The economics of managing crop diversity on-farm: Case studies from the genetic resources policy initiative by Wale, E., Drucker, Adam G., Zander, K.K.

“…This book assesses a variety of economic issues as they relate to agro-biodiversity and shows how addressing these issues can assist in agro-biodiversity policy-making. This is illustrated using empirical data from some of the countries (Ethiopia, Nepal and Zambia) which are part of the Genetic Resources Policy Initiative.…”
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The rise of blockchain technology in agriculture by Kamilaris, Andreas, Prenafeta-Boldú, Francesc Xavier, Fonts, Agusti

“…Several ongoing projects and initiatives now illustrate the impact blockchain technology is having on agriculture and suggest it has great potential for the future.…”
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Superbrotamento ou floco da mandioca. Identificacao e controle by Empresa de Asistencia Técnica e Extensao Rural do Ceará, Empresa de Pesquisa Agropecuária do Ceará, International Center for Tropical Agriculture

“…To help farmers identify the disease, the symptoms of witches` broom are described and illustrated. A serious disease of cassava in the state of Ceara, Brazil, it has caused yield reductions of over 60 percent. …”
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Medicinal plants volume 2 by Gurib-Fakim, Ameenah, Schmelzer, G.H.

“…Liberally illustrated throughout, with geographical distribution maps and botanical line drawings, this is the second of four volumes dealing with medicinal plants of Tropical Africa. …”
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Bauhinia affinis (Fabaceae) : una nueva cita para la flora argentina by Fortunato, Renee Hersilia

“…The species is described and illustrated indicating ist geographic distribution; its affinities with the related species are discussed and a diagnostic key for its identification in Argentine flora is included.…”
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When can legacy soil data be used, and when should new data be collected instead? by Hendriks, C.M.J., Stoorvogel, J.J., Lutz, F., Claessens, Lieven

“…A regional and local case study was carried out to illustrate the choices that have to be made for obtaining the required soil data. …”
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Witsaja iki, or the good life in Ecuadorian Amazonia: Knowledge co-production for climate resilience by Samuel, Seble

“…Through the stories and perspectives of the Sapara Nation, located in the Ecuadorian Amazon, this research illustrates local insights and perceptions of environmental change, as well as the onset of the external drivers – natural resources extraction and ecological conservation programmes – influencing the livelihoods and territories of this region. …”
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Estimation of nitrogen content in herbaceous plants using hyperspectral vegetation indices by Stroppiana, D., Fava, Francesco P., Boschetti, M., Brivio, P.A.

“…In this chapter, we review the use of hyperspectral data for the assessment of nitrogen content in herbaceous plants (crops and pastures) by illustrating the major datasets and methods employed for this purpose. …”
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Translating seasonal forecasts into actionable information for adaptation planning in agriculture and water sectors in West Africa: Approach and application in Niger by Houngnibo, Mandela C. M., Minoungou, Bernard, Agossou, Gadedjisso-Tossou, Ali, Abdou, Segnon, Alcade C., Ladi Tchoho, Mahamadou Dan, Zougmoré, Robert B.

“…Key findings illustrate the potential of using biophysical models to improve seasonal forecast information in the agricultural and water resource sectors. …”
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Applying the CRISP tool in Bolivia and Zambia: Identifying climate risks and adaptation options in agricultural and food system projects by Heber, Alina, Lottje, Christine, Below, Till, Voss, Maike, Rued, Soeren, Saavedra, Carlos, Bwalya, Able, Chikomba, Patrick, Bonilla Findji, Osana

“…The first example from Bolivia illustrates how valuable the CRISP tool application can be in the planning phase of a project. …”
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Not just a simple survey: A case study of pitfalls in interdisciplinary, multiorganizational, multinational research for development by Kilwinger, Fleur B. M, Caron, Cynthia M., Rietveld, Anne M., van Dam, Ynte K.

“…We use a case study in agricultural research for development to illustrate what complicates survey research within an interdisciplinary, multiorganizational and multinational team. …”
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Methods for identifying low emissions development options for agriculture by Nash J, Gurwick N, Wollenberg, Eva Karoline, Costa, C., Galford, Gillian L.

“…The LED option identification and prioritization process illustrates how careful evidence-building can increase the credibility and salience of outputs and legitimacy of the overall results.…”
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Rotational complexity increases cropping system output under poorer growing conditions by Bybee‐Finley, K. Ann, Muller, Katherine, White, Kathryn E., Cavigelli, Michel A., Eunjin Han, Schomberg, Harry H, Snapp, Sieglinde S., Viens, Frederi, Correndo, Adrian A., Deiss, Leonardo, Fonteyne, Simon, Garcia y Garcia, Axel, Gaudin, Amélie C.M., Hooker, David C., Janovicek, Ken, Jin, Virginia, Johnson, Gregg A., Karsten, Heather, Liebman, Matt, McDaniel, Marshall D., Sanford, Gregg R., Schmer, Marty R., Strock, Jeffrey S., Sykes, Virginia R., Verhulst, Nele, Wilke, Brook, Bowles, Timothy M.

“…Diverse rotations reduced rotation-level output at eight sites due to the addition of lower-output crops such as small grains, illustrating trade-offs. Diverse rotations positively impacted rotation-level output under poor growing conditions, which illustrates how diverse cropping systems can reduce the risk of crop loss in a changing climate.…”
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Systems modelling in cattle production - an application in Botswana by Cartwright, T.C., Anderson, F.M., Buck, N.G., Nelsen, T.C., Trail, J.C.M., Pratchett, D., Sanders, J., Astle, W., Light, D.E., Rennie, T.W., Rose, T.J., Shorrock, C.

“…Discusses use of mathematical modelling as a research tool to evaluate alternative practices, illustrating its application in beef cattle production systems in Botswana, with a description of data inputs, model utilized & simulations carried out. …”
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Sorghos de décrue : références bibliographiques by Technical Centre for Agricultural and Rural Cooperation

“…Un document illustré qui regroupe 112 références de recherches sur les «Sorghos repiqués ou semés en condition de décrue» vient d'être publié par l'IRAT/CIRAD. …”
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Guide des outils pédagogiques pour la formation des techniciens et ingénieurs en milieu rural by Technical Centre for Agricultural and Rural Cooperation

“…Les formateurs et animateurs de l'enseignement supérieur agricole africain n'ont pas toujours à leur disposition les documents écrits ou audiovisuels qui leur permettraient d'illustrer leurs cours. Parfois même ils ignorent l'existence de tels...…”
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Integrated pest management practices for the production of cereals and pulses by Youdeowei, Anthony

“…This illustrated booklet is part of a series of four practical guides to integrated pest management. …”
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Knowledge and rural development: Dialogue at the heart of innovation by Clavel, D.

“…The African initiatives described in this book illustrate innovative development methodologies where dialogue, the active participation of communities and consideration of local knowledge are the basic principles.…”
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Hidden harvest: U.S. benefits from international research aid by Pardey, Philip G., Alston, Julian M., Christian, Jason E., Fan, Shenggen

“…Using wheat and rice to illustrate the gains from international research on important food crops, the report shows that U.S. investments in CGIAR wheat and rice research have paid off many times over for U.S. farmers--Pref.…”
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Maladies contagieuses des animaux domestiques by Technical Centre for Agricultural and Rural Cooperation

“…L'Office International des Epizooties (O.I.E.) vient de traduire et d'éditer en français un manuel illustré sur certaines maladies des animaux domestiques dont l'édition originale en langue anglaise a été conçue par la Commission...…”
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