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Food, income, and livelihoods: Impact of new agricultural technologies in Africa
Egypt, Ethiopia, Sudan and Yemen have a combined population of 195 million, of whom 72% live in rural areas. All four economies are largely agriculture-based; but most farmers use traditional crop varieties and farming ...
The Impact of International and National Investment in Barley Germplasm Improvement in the Developing Countries
Barley grain is used for animal feed, malt and food for human consumption. Archaeological evidence shows that barley was used in human food several thousand years ago (Bhatty, 1992). Although replaced by wheat and rice in ...
Policies for Water and Food Security in Dry Areas
Synthesis of contributions and policy dialogue at the International Conference on Policies for Water and Food Security in Dry Areas .
Toward a framework for countries and development partners for long-term investment in ...
Fighting poverty: Impact of improved faba bean technologies in Africa
Faba bean is a key crop and a major source of dietary protein throughout North and North-east Africa.
Demand is growing, fuelled by rapid population growth, and the gap between supply and demand continues to increase. ...
Ties that Bind: IFAD and ICARDA
The collaboration between the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and ICARDA dates back to their inception in 1977, and their activities have been intertwined ever since.
IFAD has been a key supporter ...