| 2012
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- Publisher: Forum for agricultural research in Africa (FARA)
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- Keywords: agricultural innovations, agricultural research, africa
DONATA, Dissemination of New Agricultural Technologies for Africa, is a continental platform for technology dissemination. Most of its work in the field is conducted through innovation platforms for technology adoption (IPTAs), composed of researchers, farmers, and private and public sector actors.
| 2012
- Author(s):
- Publisher: World bank
- Pages: --
- Keywords: agricultural innovations, decision-making, development planning, project formulation
This sourcebook draws on the principles of Agricultural Innovation Systems analysis and action to help identify, design, and implement the investments, approaches, and complementary interventions most likely to strengthen innovation systems and promote agricultural innovation and equitable growth.
| 2012
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- Publisher: IIED
- Pages: --
- Keywords: research, popular participation, farmers associations, self-help, food security, developing countries
This paper highlights research into sustaining local food systems, biodiversity and livelihoods in India, Indonesia, Iran, Mali and Peru. It showcases how farming communities are taking the lead in action research to revive diverse, locally controlled food systems.
| 2012
- Author(s):
- Publisher: Food and agriculture organization (FAO)
- Pages: --
- Keywords: innovations, agricultural policy, international co-operation
The general objective of the Consultation was to provide FAO with guidance and inputs on developing a major study, specifically covering areas such as the state of agriculture innovation and key issues and gaps in knowledge on agriculture innovation.
| 2012
- Author(s):
- Publisher: Global forum for rural advisory services (GFRAS)
- Pages: --
- Keywords: sustainable agriculture, advisory services, agricultural extension
Extension and advisory services are a vital knowledge-sharing institution supporting the socio-economic and environmental dimensions of sustainable development. Extension is key for linking scientific research, field-level innovations and innovators, markets, education, and other service providers.