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Advancing Agroforestry on the Policy Agenda

Author : Gérard Buttoud
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Organization of the UN (FAO)
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 56 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (319 download)

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Book Synopsis Advancing Agroforestry on the Policy Agenda by : Gérard Buttoud

Download or read book Advancing Agroforestry on the Policy Agenda written by Gérard Buttoud and published by Food & Agriculture Organization of the UN (FAO). This book was released on 2013 with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Agroforestry is a dynamic, ecologically based, natural resources management system that, through the integration of trees on farms and in the agricultural landscape, diversifies and sustains production for increased social, economic and environmental bene¬fits for land users at all levels (ICRAF). Yet it is still considered a peripheral activity of agriculture and many farmers and other land users are ignorant of its benefi¬ts. This paper is a guide for policy-makers, advisers and other technocrats who wish to include agroforestry in the national agenda. It aims to assist countries to develop policy, legal and institutional conditions that facilitate the adoption of agroforestry and recognize its contribution to national development. Part I explains the benefi¬ts of agroforestry systems, the necessary conditions for its development, the barriers that have prevented its adoption so far, and the drivers, contextual and internal, that make it possible. Part II outlines 10 tracks for policy action, which if followed correctly will facilitate the development of national policies designed to promote the agroforestry concept and practices at plot, farm and landscape scale. Illustrated with case studies and examples of good practice from around the world, these guidelines are an invaluable addition to the agroforestry global agenda."--Page 4 of cover.

Agroforestry

Author : Jagdish Chander Dagar
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 9811076502
Total Pages : 869 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (11 download)

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Book Synopsis Agroforestry by : Jagdish Chander Dagar

Download or read book Agroforestry written by Jagdish Chander Dagar and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-04-06 with total page 869 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Agroforestry (AF) is a dynamic, ecologically based, natural resources management system that, by integrating trees on farms, ranches, and in other landscapes, diversifies and increases production and promotes social, economic, and environmental benefits for land users. Further, it is receiving increasing attention as a sustainable land-management option worldwide because of its ecological, economic, and social attributes. Advances have been achieved by building on past research accomplishments and expanding AF’s stakeholder base, which now includes private/public partnerships, communities, ecologists, farmers, indigenous peoples, and policymakers in both temperate and tropical countries. AF has now been recognized as a valuable problem-solving approach to ensuring food security and rebuilding resilient rural environments. Recent studies have shown that more than 1 billion hectares of agricultural land have more than 10% tree cover. Of this area, 160 million hectares have more than 50% tree cover. Agricultural ecosystems can be further improved through AF to achieve environmental restoration, greater farm productivity, and key ecological services, including climate change mitigation and adaptation for improved rural livelihood. In fact, it is largely considered synonymous with climate smart agriculture and a remedy for many modern environmental challenges. Consequently, AF’s knowledge base is being expanded at a rapid rate, as illustrated by the increasing number and quality of scientific publications on various forms and different aspects of AF. This book offers state-of-the-art information on the fundamental concepts and history of AF and its evolution as a science, presenting a wealth of advanced research results and evaluations relating to different aspects of AF. Accordingly, it will be useful for a broad readership, including students, foresters, farmers, local communities, indigenous peoples, civil society institutions, media, policymakers and the general public.

Agroforestry

Author : Gopal Shukla
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN 13 : 1839627298
Total Pages : 108 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (396 download)

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Download or read book Agroforestry written by Gopal Shukla and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2021-06-30 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book is a collection of chapters that deal with agroforestry systems on small farms. It compiles a variety of suitable agroforestry systems that can both sequester carbon and mitigate climate change while also providing socio-economic benefits. The book also discusses the ways in which small landholders can use agroforestry to combat land degradation.

Agroforestry for Degraded Landscapes

Author : Jagdish Chander Dagar
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 9811541361
Total Pages : 560 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (115 download)

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Book Synopsis Agroforestry for Degraded Landscapes by : Jagdish Chander Dagar

Download or read book Agroforestry for Degraded Landscapes written by Jagdish Chander Dagar and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2020-10-05 with total page 560 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book presents various aspects of agroforestry research and development, as well as the latest trends in degraded landscape management. Over the last four decades, agroforestry research (particularly on degraded landscapes) has evolved into an essential problem-solving science, e.g. in terms of sustaining agricultural productivity, improving soil health and biodiversity, enhancing ecosystem services, supporting carbon sequestration and mitigating climate change. This book examines temperate and tropical agroforestry systems around the world, focusing on traditional and modern practices and technologies used to rehabilitate degraded lands. It covers the latest research advances, trends and challenges in the utilization and reclamation of degraded lands, e.g. urban and peri-urban agroforestry, reclamation of degraded landscapes, tree-based multi-enterprise agriculture, domestication of high-value halophytes, afforestation of coastal areas, preserving mangroves and much more. Given its scope, the book offers a valuable asset for a broad range of stakeholders including farmers, scientists, researchers, educators, students, development/extension agents, environmentalists, policy/decision makers, and government and non-government organizations.

Training manual on forests and trees for food security and nutrition

Author : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
ISBN 13 : 9251320284
Total Pages : 92 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (513 download)

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Book Synopsis Training manual on forests and trees for food security and nutrition by : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

Download or read book Training manual on forests and trees for food security and nutrition written by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations and published by Food & Agriculture Org.. This book was released on 2020-04-01 with total page 92 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Currently in Tanzania, training institutions for professionals in cross-cutting sectors such as forestry and agriculture do not adequately capture the role of forest and tree resources for food security and nutrition, leading to dependency on one sector – agriculture – to cater for food and nutrition diversity. This undervalues the fundamental role of forest ecosystem services for sustainable agriculture by regulating water flows, stabilizing soils, maintaining soil fertility, regulating the climate, and providing habitat for wild pollinators and predators of agricultural pests. Provision of education on sustainable forests and trees for food security and nutrition at all levels seems to be the most conceivable entry point to ensure that adequate knowledge and skills are imparted to professionals. The goals of this training manual are to: enhance the recognition and significance of forestry to food security and nutrition through the sustainable management and use of forests and trees2; enhance the food security and nutrition benefits from the forests and trees; enhance and stimulate research and training capacity; strengthen institutional frameworks by incorporating food security and nutrition objectives in forest management policies, programmes and projects; and develop value chains based on forest and tree resources for sustainable development in the country. The overall objective is to create awareness and enable increased investment in the forestry sector for food security and nutrition in Tanzania. This training manual is also meant to serve as a useful tool for sharing and exchanging knowledge and experiences across different regions (within the country) and beyond.

Research Anthology on Environmental and Societal Impacts of Climate Change

Author : Management Association, Information Resources
Publisher : IGI Global
ISBN 13 : 1668436876
Total Pages : 2064 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (684 download)

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Book Synopsis Research Anthology on Environmental and Societal Impacts of Climate Change by : Management Association, Information Resources

Download or read book Research Anthology on Environmental and Societal Impacts of Climate Change written by Management Association, Information Resources and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2021-10-29 with total page 2064 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Climate change is an issue that has been generating a significant amount of discussion, research, and debate in recent years. Climate change continues to evolve at a rapid rate and continues to have a wide array of effects on everything from temperature to plant life. Beyond the negative environmental impacts, climate change is also proving to be a detriment to society with increasingly violent natural disasters and human health effects. It is essential to stay up to date on the latest in emerging research within this field as it continues to develop. The Research Anthology on Environmental and Societal Impacts of Climate Change discusses the varied effects of climate change throughout all areas of life and provides a comprehensive dive into the latest research on key elements of society that are affected by the rapidly increasing clime. Covering a range of topics including reproduction, plants and animals, and energy demand, it is ideal for environmentalists, policymakers, environmental engineers, scientists, disaster and crisis management personnel, professionals, government officials, practitioners, upper-level students, and academics interested in emerging research on the numerous impacts of climate change.

Agroforestry for Sustainable Intensification of Agriculture in Asia and Africa

Author : Jagdish Chander Dagar
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 9811946027
Total Pages : 824 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (119 download)

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Book Synopsis Agroforestry for Sustainable Intensification of Agriculture in Asia and Africa by : Jagdish Chander Dagar

Download or read book Agroforestry for Sustainable Intensification of Agriculture in Asia and Africa written by Jagdish Chander Dagar and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2023-04-19 with total page 824 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This edited book opens up new vistas for sustainable intensification in agriculture to provide food to ever growing population as well as adapting to the risks of global environmental change. Diverting from conventional agriculture, the book explores new dimensions and concepts that have been identified for future research and development in sustaining agriculture in Asia and Africa regions. The chapters are written by leading researchers and practitioners in the field of agroforestry. The book demonstrates how agroforestry could be instrumental in bringing stability and sustainability in agricultural production. It offers sustainable solutions for the impending problems of climate change, ecosystem degradation, declining agricultural productivity, and uncertain food security. It is an essential resource for students in agroforestry courses, as well as a valuable introduction to the field for professionals in related areas.

Agroforestry for Carbon and Ecosystem Management

Author : Manoj Kumar Jhariya
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0323958753
Total Pages : 460 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (239 download)

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Book Synopsis Agroforestry for Carbon and Ecosystem Management by : Manoj Kumar Jhariya

Download or read book Agroforestry for Carbon and Ecosystem Management written by Manoj Kumar Jhariya and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2023-10-27 with total page 460 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Agroforestry for Carbon and Ecosystem Management is a comprehensive overview of current research, issues, challenges, and case studies in the area of agroforestry. It focuses specifically on carbon source-sink relationship and management through agroforestry practices with the goal of improving overall environmental sustainability. Through expert insights and case studies, the book promotes carbon management, greenhouse gas emission reduction, forest, and ecosystem services management along with relevant sustainable approaches for natural resources conservation. It provides insight into novel approaches for natural resource management, with specific attention given to technologies related to carbon capture and management. Agroforestry for Carbon and Ecosystem Management also proposes possible polices and plans for future research and implementation, the latest updates in the area of agroforestry research for sustainability, developments in carbon dynamics and management, addresses the knowledge gap in relation to agroforestry, sustainability and agroecosystem management and explores the application of remote sensing and geospatial technology for agroforestry management. Presents the latest insights in agroforestry and ecosystem management to achieve Sustainable Development Goals (SDGS) for a green future Includes both theoretical and practical approaches to agroforestry practices Presents expert insights on the multidisciplinary challenges and opportunities of agroforestry for carbon and other ecological impacts Explores the integration of technological interfaces for improving the potential of agroforestry practices

Evaluating the impacts of promoting coherence between disaster risk reduction, climate action and social protection in Malawi

Author : Daidone, S.
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
ISBN 13 : 9251377944
Total Pages : 105 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (513 download)

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Book Synopsis Evaluating the impacts of promoting coherence between disaster risk reduction, climate action and social protection in Malawi by : Daidone, S.

Download or read book Evaluating the impacts of promoting coherence between disaster risk reduction, climate action and social protection in Malawi written by Daidone, S. and published by Food & Agriculture Org.. This book was released on 2023-04-25 with total page 105 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The project “Promoting coherence between disaster risk reduction, climate action and social protection in sub-Saharan Africa (Malawi)” aims to support poor and vulnerable households to strengthen their resilience to climate change and climate variability through social protection (SP) and the adoption of proven climate-smart agriculture (CSA) practices blended with disaster risk reduction (DRR). FAO Malawi leads the implementation of the project in two targeted districts of Mwanza and Neno, targeting 2 400 farmers, some of them being beneficiaries of existing SP programmes. At community level, the project is implemented through the farmer field school (FFS) approach and delivered through 80 FFS groups located in 74 villages. To evaluate impacts of the project, we use a crossover design to compare the relative merits of its different components and combine various evaluation methods. This is a baseline report on the “Promoting coherence between disaster risk reduction, climate action and social protection in sub-Saharan Africa (Malawi)” project.

Forestry Technologies - A Complete Value Chain Approach

Author : K. T. Parthiban
Publisher : Scientific Publishers
ISBN 13 : 9387307433
Total Pages : 648 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (873 download)

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Book Synopsis Forestry Technologies - A Complete Value Chain Approach by : K. T. Parthiban

Download or read book Forestry Technologies - A Complete Value Chain Approach written by K. T. Parthiban and published by Scientific Publishers. This book was released on 2017-01-01 with total page 648 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book on “Forestry Technologies – A Complete Value Chain Approach” has been designed to cater to the needs of the stakeholders by judiciously incorporating the recent technologies and research outputs available in various sectors of institutions. The book has four major themes viz., basic and strategic technology, production technology, processing and value addition technology and consumption technology. The basic and strategic technology incorporated seven chapters which include basic information and the recent scientific applications such as: nano technology and urban forestry technology. The production technology incorporated 16 chapters that includes all the recent developments such as: mini clonal technology, high yielding short rotation variety, land development and precision silvicultural technology, and multifunctional agroforestry. Processing and value addition technology incorporated 11 chapters and the consumption technology incorporated five chapters which include the recent developments in processing, value addition and the associated supply chain process. In a holistic perspective, the current book will serve as a readymade reference material to the practicing foresters, scientific professionals, wood based industries, policy makers, forestry students, financial and other academic and research institutions.

Environment and Climate-smart Food Production

Author : Charis M. Galanakis
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 303071571X
Total Pages : 429 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (37 download)

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Download or read book Environment and Climate-smart Food Production written by Charis M. Galanakis and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2021-11-09 with total page 429 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Agriculture and food systems, forestry, the marine and the bio-based sectors are at the very heart of the climate change crisis. Evidence on climate change reveals that it will affect farming first, through changes to rainfall regimes, rising temperatures, the variability and seasonality of the climate and the occurrence of more frequent extreme events (heatwaves, droughts, storms and floods). In addition to findings ways to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions, farmers will need to develop farming systems resilient to fluctuating environmental and socioeconomic conditions. It is thus a great challenge to support ambitious climate targets while satisfying the needs for food, feed, bio-based products and energy for a global population projected to reach 10 billion by 2030. Few books on the market integrate environment studies and climate-smart food production. This book fills the knowledge gap by covering all the relevant aspects in one reference: starting with microclimate management, climate change and food systems, and resilience of mixed farming and agroforestry systems, chapters address agricultural soil management, integrated water management in small agricultural catchments, citizen-driven food system approaches in cities, and ICT-enabled agri-food systems. By focusing on the most recent advances in the field while analyzing the potential of already applied practices, this book can serve as a handbook for regulators and researchers looking to understand all aspects of food production and distribution in this changing environment.

Regenerative Agriculture for Sustainable Food Systems

Author : Sandeep Kumar
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 9819766915
Total Pages : 499 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (197 download)

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Download or read book Regenerative Agriculture for Sustainable Food Systems written by Sandeep Kumar and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on with total page 499 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Making Climate Compatible Development Happen

Author : Fiona Nunan
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
ISBN 13 : 1317220366
Total Pages : 285 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (172 download)

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Download or read book Making Climate Compatible Development Happen written by Fiona Nunan and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2017-03-27 with total page 285 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Making Climate Compatible Development Happen introduces readers to the concept of climate compatible development (CCD) through exploring what it might look like, how it could be achieved in practice and identifying challenges and dilemmas raised by CCD. The book brings together research that explores the assumptions underlying CCD and applies the concept in a range of geographic and sectoral settings. The volume makes a significant contribution to the theorisation and evidence-base for how development efforts can be made more climate resilient and with lower greenhouse gas emissions than a ‘business as usual’ approach. It provides critical reflections on the vision and conceptualisation of CCD, exploring how to encourage it, and what trade-offs and challenges may be encountered. The contributions discuss the feasibility of achieving CCD, mechanisms that may support progress towards it, challenges that may be experienced and the roles of, and impacts on, different stakeholder groups. Following a critical reflection on the concept of CCD, the potential nature of, and barriers to, CCD, it is examined in relation to agriculture, renewable energy, forestry, pastoralism, coastal areas and fisheries, with case studies taken from countries including Ghana, India, Kenya, Mongolia, Mozambique and Peru. The book provides a valuable cross-sectoral and international critical reflection on the theory and practice of CCD, and will be a resource for postgraduates, established scholars and undergraduates from any social science discipline, policymakers and practitioners studying or working on areas related to the interface between environment (climate change) and international development.

International Climate Protection

Author : Michael Palocz-Andresen
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3030038165
Total Pages : 327 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (3 download)

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Book Synopsis International Climate Protection by : Michael Palocz-Andresen

Download or read book International Climate Protection written by Michael Palocz-Andresen and published by Springer. This book was released on 2019-05-18 with total page 327 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explains the current climate protection processes and technologies, and informs the readers of the limiting factors and opportunities for future development. It represents the highest level of knowledge from leading scientists all over the world. Original high quality figures maximize understanding of the text. The book also introduces a new concept (climatographic), which provides a well pronounced solution to climate protection that is easily understandable for all levels of readers.

The Role of Ecosystem Services in Sustainable Food Systems

Author : Leonard Rusinamhodzi
Publisher : Academic Press
ISBN 13 : 0128175095
Total Pages : 304 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (281 download)

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Book Synopsis The Role of Ecosystem Services in Sustainable Food Systems by : Leonard Rusinamhodzi

Download or read book The Role of Ecosystem Services in Sustainable Food Systems written by Leonard Rusinamhodzi and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2019-11-12 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Role of Ecosystem Services in Sustainable Food Systems reveals, in simple terms, the operational definition, concepts and applications of ecosystem services with a focus on sustainable food systems. The book presents case studies on both geographical and production system-wide considerations. Initial chapters discuss concepts, methodologies and the tools needed to understand ecosystem services in the broader food system. Middle and later chapters present different perspectives from case studies of ecosystem services derived from some of the key sustainable food production systems used by farmers, along with discussions on the challenges of deriving full benefits and how they can be overcome. Researchers, students, scientists, development practitioners and policymakers will welcome this reference as they continue their work related to sustainable food systems. - Introduces the concept of ecosystem services in simple terms for a wide readership - Provides an explanation of sustainable food systems - Contains the tools to identify and quantify ecosystem services in sustainable food systems - Identifies ecosystem services in specific systems utilized for sustainable food systems - Categorizes the challenges of deriving maximum benefits of ecosystem services

Cities and Agriculture

Author : Henk de Zeeuw
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1317506618
Total Pages : 374 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (175 download)

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Download or read book Cities and Agriculture written by Henk de Zeeuw and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2015-09-16 with total page 374 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As people increasingly migrate to urban settings and more than half of the world's population now lives in cities, it is vital to plan and provide for sustainable and resilient food systems which reflect this challenge. This volume presents experience and evidence-based "state of the art" chapters on the key dimensions of urban food challenges and types of intra- and peri-urban agriculture. The book provides urban planners, local policy makers and urban development practitioners with an overview of crucial aspects of urban food systems based on an up to date review of research results and practical experiences in both developed and developing countries. By doing so, the international team of authors provides a balanced textbook for students of the growing number of courses on sustainable agriculture, food and urban studies, as well as a solid basis for well-informed policy making, planning and implementation regarding the development of sustainable, resilient and just urban food systems.

Agroforestry and tenure

Author : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
ISBN 13 : 9251314675
Total Pages : 42 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (513 download)

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Download or read book Agroforestry and tenure written by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations and published by Food & Agriculture Org.. This book was released on 2019-05-20 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This paper has been produced as a follow-up to the FAO guidelines "Advancing Agroforestry on the Policy Agenda - a guide for decision makers". The purpose of this document is to provide a review of the main tenure-related challenges that can affect agroforestry adoption to inform policies and project implementation. Drawing on practical cases, the document also presents measures and approaches which could potentially fuel the adoption of agroforestry, concluding with a number of specific recommendations for formulation and implementation of tenure policies promoting agroforestry.