New Modalities For Managing Drought Risk In Rainfed Agriculture

Download New Modalities For Managing Drought Risk In Rainfed Agriculture full books in PDF, epub, and Kindle. Read online New Modalities For Managing Drought Risk In Rainfed Agriculture ebook anywhere anytime directly on your device. Fast Download speed and no annoying ads. We cannot guarantee that every ebooks is available!

New modalities for managing drought risk in rainfed agriculture

Author : Ward, Patrick S.
Publisher : Intl Food Policy Res Inst
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 32 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Book Synopsis New modalities for managing drought risk in rainfed agriculture by : Ward, Patrick S.

Download or read book New modalities for managing drought risk in rainfed agriculture written by Ward, Patrick S. and published by Intl Food Policy Res Inst. This book was released on 2016-10-05 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this paper we explore the potential for a new approach to managing drought risk among rainfed rice producers in Odisha, India. Droughts have historically been a serious constraint to agricultural production in rainfed agricultural systems, with droughts resulting in significant reductions in both yields and cultivated area, in turn leading to significant impacts on rural livelihoods and food security. Scientists and policy makers have proposed various strategies for managing risks, with limited success. In this study we consider two such strategies, specifically drought-tolerant rice and weather index insurance. While neither drought-tolerant cultivars nor weather index insurance products are perfect solutions for adequately managing drought risk in and of themselves, there is scope to exploit the benefits of each and bundle them into a complementary risk management product, specifically through proper index calibration and an optimized insurance design. In this study, we explore preferences for such a complementary risk management product using discrete choice experiments in Odisha, India. We are able to estimate the added value that farmers perceive in the bundled product above and beyond the value associated with each of the independent products. We also show that valuations are sensitive to the basis risk implied by the insurance product, with farmers less enthusiastic about risk management products that leave significant risks uninsured.

Rainfed Agriculture

Author : Suhas Pralhad Wani
Publisher : CABI
ISBN 13 : 1845934385
Total Pages : 328 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (459 download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Book Synopsis Rainfed Agriculture by : Suhas Pralhad Wani

Download or read book Rainfed Agriculture written by Suhas Pralhad Wani and published by CABI. This book was released on 2009-01-01 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rainfed agriculture is generally overlooked by development investors, researchers and policy makers due to limited confidence in its ability to increase agricultural production and development. However, research undertaken by a team of leading scientists from global organizations demonstrates its potential in achieving food security, improving livelihoods and most importantly addressing issues of equity and poverty reduction in dryland areas - the hot spots of poverty. On the basis of case studies from varied agricultural and ecological regions in Asia and Africa, chapters discuss the need for adopting new paradigms between rainfed and irrigated agriculture, catchment/micro-watershed management approaches, upgrades in science-based development and more investments in rainfed areas. Yield gaps for major rainfed crops are analysed globally and possible ways and means including technological, social, and institutional options to bridge the yield gaps are discussed in detail. Covering areas such as rainwater harvesting and its efficient use, the rehabilitation of degraded land and assessment methods for social, environmental and economic impacts, this book will be necessary for both academics and policy makers working in water management, agriculture and sustainable development.

Drought risk management: a strategic approach

Author : Speed, Robert
Publisher : UNESCO Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9231000942
Total Pages : 215 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (31 download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Book Synopsis Drought risk management: a strategic approach by : Speed, Robert

Download or read book Drought risk management: a strategic approach written by Speed, Robert and published by UNESCO Publishing. This book was released on 2016-09-19 with total page 215 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Integrated Drought Management, Volume 2

Author : Vijay P. Singh
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1000905683
Total Pages : 772 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (9 download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Book Synopsis Integrated Drought Management, Volume 2 by : Vijay P. Singh

Download or read book Integrated Drought Management, Volume 2 written by Vijay P. Singh and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2023-09-13 with total page 772 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The second volume of this comprehensive global perspective on Integrated Drought Management is focused on drought modeling, meteorological prediction, and the use of remote sensing in assessing, analyzing, and monitoring drought. It discusses risk management, planning, policy, and societal impacts of drought such as water pricing, water transfer, water quality, and crop insurance. Through numerous case studies from India, Iran, Brazil, the US, Nepal, and other countries that cover a broad range of topics and geographical regions, this volume serves as a valuable resource for all professionals, researchers, and academics who want to advance their knowledge about droughts. Features Provides a global perspective on drought prediction and management and a synthesis of the recent state of knowledge. Covers a wide range of topics from essential concepts and advanced techniques for forecasting and modeling drought to societal impacts, consequences, and planning Presents numerous case studies with different management approaches from different regions and countries. Addresses how climate change impacts drought, the increasing challenges associated with managing drought, decision-making, and policy implications. Includes contributions from hundreds of experts from around the world. Professionals, researchers, academics, and postgraduate students with knowledge in environmental sciences, ecology, agriculture, forestry, hydrology, water resources engineering, and earth sciences, as well as those interested in how climate change impacts drought management, will gain new insights from the experts featured in this two-volume handbook.

Coping with Drought Risk in Agriculture and Water Supply Systems

Author : Ana Iglesias
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 1402090455
Total Pages : 320 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (2 download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Book Synopsis Coping with Drought Risk in Agriculture and Water Supply Systems by : Ana Iglesias

Download or read book Coping with Drought Risk in Agriculture and Water Supply Systems written by Ana Iglesias and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2009-01-22 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Over the last three decades drought episodes have resulted in severe social problems in Mediterranean countries, receiving broad attention from the international scientific and policy communities. The experiences in the development and implementation of drought management plans highlight the success and challenges of coping with drought for societies with different vulnerabilities and emphasize risk-based drought management as a critical approach to mitigate the impacts associated to drought-induced water shortages. Based on these experiences and the current methods for evaluating risk, the book synthesises guidelines for drought management that link science and policy and that can be applied to other regions. The book comprises a collection of papers divided into four sections that appeal to a broad audience. First, the social and hydrological context of Mediterranean countries is presented, discussing the interactions that have resulted in the complex institutional framework, and highlighting the importance of stakeholder involvement and awareness building for successful drought management. This section emphasises the role of organizations, institutions, and civil stakeholders involved in drought preparedness and mitigation and/or on water management for designing effective risk based strategies that mitigate the effects of drought in agriculture and water supply systems. Second, the book presents an academic approach to risk evaluation, including characterization of drought episodes, development of indicators of risk in hydrological and agricultural systems, and analysis of the role of economic instruments and groundwater for risk mitigation. This section finalises with the description of an integrated method for evaluating social vulnerability based on indicators that include the capacity to anticipate, cope, and respond to drought. The third section includes a collection of case studies that include the description of effective measures taken in the past. These case studies provide the context for developing demand driven guidelines that may be applied to other regions. The authors of these chapters can be viewed as stakeholders in drought management, since they represent a broad range of sectors and institutions from Mediterranean European and North African countries. The topics addressed have implications for the international policy community interested in disaster mitigation, agricultural policy, and development. Finally a synthesis of the management actions is presented in four chapters. Monitoring and preparedness planning is the essential first step for moving from disaster to risk management in response to drought. The management actions related to agriculture and water supply systems are presented in two different chapters but with a common conceptual framework based on the use of drought indicators for evaluating the levels of drought risk (pre-alert, alert, and emergency), that allow establishing linkages between science and policy. The final chapter discuses the lessons learned and application to other regions.

Drought Mitigation and Management

Author : S. Kumar
Publisher : Scientific Publishers
ISBN 13 : 9387307425
Total Pages : 282 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (873 download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Book Synopsis Drought Mitigation and Management by : S. Kumar

Download or read book Drought Mitigation and Management written by S. Kumar and published by Scientific Publishers. This book was released on 2017-10-01 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Drought is a natural hazard characterized by lower than expected or lower than normal rainfall having slow but widespread impact. This book focus on drought management and mitigation in agriculture and allied sectors. The chapters cover Basic concepts, assessment, monitoring, forecasting, early warning, vulnerability and adaptation to drought and mitigation and management strategies. Management of different land use systems under drought and finally socio economic impact and livelihood issues of drought are also focussed. It would be useful to a wide range of stakeholders, i.e. planners, researchers, students and interested public. This will also serve as text book as well as supplementary reading for courses in agronomy, ecology, geography and agro meteorology besides administration and disaster management units.

Integrated Drought Management

Author : Vijay P. Singh
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781032232805
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (328 download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Book Synopsis Integrated Drought Management by : Vijay P. Singh

Download or read book Integrated Drought Management written by Vijay P. Singh and published by . This book was released on 2023 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first volume of this comprehensive global perspective on Integrated Drought Management is focused on understanding drought, causes, and the assessment of drought impacts. It explains different types of drought: agricultural, meteorological, hydrological, and socio-economic droughts, their indices and the impact of climate change on drought. The volume also examines spatio-temporal analysis of drought, variability and patterns, assessment, and drought evaluation. With numerous case studies from India, Mexico, Turkey, Brazil, US, and other countries, this volume serves as a valuable resource for all readers who want to advance their knowledge on drought and risk management. Features 1. Provides a global perspective on drought prediction and management and a synthesis of the recent state of knowledge. 2. Covers a wide range of topics from essential concepts and advanced techniques for forecasting and modeling drought to societal impacts, consequences, and planning 3. Presents numerous case studies with different management approaches from different regions and countries. 4. Addresses how climate change impacts drought, the increasing challenges associated with managing drought, decision making, and policy implications. 5. Includes contributions from hundreds of experts around the world. Professionals, researchers, academics, and postgraduate students with knowledge in Environmental Sciences, Ecology, Agriculture, Forestry, Hydrology, Water Resources Engineering, and Earth Sciences, as well as those interested in how climate change impacts drought management, will gain new insights from the experts featured in this two-volume handbook.

Demand for Complementary Financial and Technological Tools for Managing Drought Risk

Author : Patrick Ward
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (137 download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Book Synopsis Demand for Complementary Financial and Technological Tools for Managing Drought Risk by : Patrick Ward

Download or read book Demand for Complementary Financial and Technological Tools for Managing Drought Risk written by Patrick Ward and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Weather-related production risks remain one of the most serious constraints to agricultural production in much of the developing world. Financial and technological innovations that mitigate these risks have the potential to greatly benefit farmers in areas prone to such risks. In this study we examine farmers' preferences for two distinct tools that allow them to manage drought risk: weather index insurance and a recently released drought-tolerant rice variety. We illustrate how these tools can independently address drought risk and demonstrate the potential for these tools to be combined in a complementary risk management product. Using a discrete choice experiment, we assess farmers' preferences for these two tools independently and in a bundled package. Findings indicate that farmers are generally unwilling to pay for drought-tolerant rice independent of insurance, largely due to the yield penalty under normal conditions. When bundled with insurance, however, farmers' valuation of the rice increases. Farmers value insurance on its own, but even more so when bundled with the drought-tolerant rice variety. The results provide evidence that farmers value the complementarities inherent in a well-calibrated bundle of risk management tools.

Climate Change

Author : Nelson, Gerald C.
Publisher : Intl Food Policy Res Inst
ISBN 13 : 0896295354
Total Pages : 30 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (962 download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Book Synopsis Climate Change by : Nelson, Gerald C.

Download or read book Climate Change written by Nelson, Gerald C. and published by Intl Food Policy Res Inst. This book was released on 2009 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Food Policy Report presents research results that quantify the climate-change impacts mentioned above, assesses the consequences for food security, and estimates the investments that would offset the negative consequences for human well-being.

Integrated Drought Management

Author : Vijay P. Singh
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781003276548
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (765 download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Book Synopsis Integrated Drought Management by : Vijay P. Singh

Download or read book Integrated Drought Management written by Vijay P. Singh and published by . This book was released on 2023 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The second volume of this comprehensive global perspective on Integrated Drought Management is focused on drought modeling, meteorological prediction, and the use of remote sensing in assessing, analyzing, and monitoring drought. It discusses risk management, planning, policy, and societal impacts of drought such as water pricing, water transfer, water quality, and crop insurance. Through numerous case studies from India, Iran, Brazil, the US, Nepal, and other countries that cover a broad range of topics and geographical regions, this volume serves as a valuable resource for all professionals, researchers, and academics who want to advance their knowledge about droughts. Features Provides a global perspective on drought prediction and management and a synthesis of the recent state of knowledge. Covers a wide range of topics from essential concepts and advanced techniques for forecasting and modeling drought to societal impacts, consequences, and planning Presents numerous case studies with different management approaches from different regions and countries. Addresses how climate change impacts drought, the increasing challenges associated with managing drought, decision-making, and policy implications. Includes contributions from hundreds of experts from around the world. Professionals, researchers, academics, and postgraduate students with knowledge in environmental sciences, ecology, agriculture, forestry, hydrology, water resources engineering, and earth sciences, as well as those interested in how climate change impacts drought management, will gain new insights from the experts featured in this two-volume handbook.

Mapping drought patterns and impacts: a global perspective

Author : Nishadi Eriyagama
Publisher : IWMI
ISBN 13 : 9290907118
Total Pages : 36 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (99 download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Book Synopsis Mapping drought patterns and impacts: a global perspective by : Nishadi Eriyagama

Download or read book Mapping drought patterns and impacts: a global perspective written by Nishadi Eriyagama and published by IWMI. This book was released on 2009 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The study examines the global pattern and impacts of droughts through mapping several drought-related characteristics - either at a country level or at regular grid scales. It appears that arid and semi-arid areas also tend to have a higher probability of drought occurrence. It is illustrated that the African continent is lagging behind the rest of the world on many indicators related to drought-preparedness and that agricultural economies, overall, are much more vulnerable to adverse societal impacts of meteorological droughts. The study also examines the ability of various countries to satisfy their water needs during droughts using storage-related indices.

New Frontiers in Stress Management for Durable Agriculture

Author : Amitava Rakshit
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 9811513228
Total Pages : 663 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (115 download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Book Synopsis New Frontiers in Stress Management for Durable Agriculture by : Amitava Rakshit

Download or read book New Frontiers in Stress Management for Durable Agriculture written by Amitava Rakshit and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2020-03-23 with total page 663 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Using accessible farming practices to meet the growing demands on agriculture is likely to result in more intense competition for natural resources, increased greenhouse gas emissions, and further deforestation and land degradation, which will in turn produce additional stress in the soil-water-plant-animal continuum. Stress refers to any unfavorable force or condition that inhibits customary functioning in plants. Concurrent manifestations of different stresses (biotic and abiotic) are very frequent in the environment of plants, which consequently reduces yield. Better understanding stress not only changes our perspective on the current environment, but can also bring a wealth of benefits, like improving sustainable agriculture and human beings’ living standards. Innovative systems are called for that protect and enhance the natural resource base, while increasing productivity via ‘holistic’ approaches, such as agroecology, agro-forestry, climate-smart agriculture and conservation agriculture, which also incorporate indigenous and traditional knowledge. The book ‘New Frontiers in Stress Management for Durable Agriculture’ details the current state of knowledge and highlights scientific advances concerning novel aspects of plant biology research on stress, biotic and abiotic stress responses, as well as emergent amelioration and reclamation technologies to restore normal functioning in agroecology.

Drought Management on Farmland

Author : Joan Sydney Whitmore
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 9789048153336
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (533 download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Book Synopsis Drought Management on Farmland by : Joan Sydney Whitmore

Download or read book Drought Management on Farmland written by Joan Sydney Whitmore and published by Springer. This book was released on 2010-12-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At last, integrated management of drought on farms is dealt with in one comprehensive book. Although drought is a highly variable, near-universal natural phenomenon which has repercussions on a country's water and food supplies and many other sectors of the economy, there are many ways of avoiding, resisting and mitigating the effects of drought. Pro-active preparedness entails using the principles of risk management to upgrade the drought resistance of a farm systematically, and to have auxiliary contingency plans at the ready for use during unusually long droughts. The book provides tools for these strategies as it covers the management of water, soils, crops, rangeland, fodder and livestock, and many other drought-related topics. Audience: This book will be an important source of information for university and college staff and students in agricultural sciences, water and land use, environmental management, geography and risk management, and also farmers, agricultural advisors and policy makers.

Overcoming Drought

Author :
Publisher : World Bank Publications
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 168 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Book Synopsis Overcoming Drought by :

Download or read book Overcoming Drought written by and published by World Bank Publications. This book was released on with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Drought Challenges

Author : Everisto Mapedza
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0128148217
Total Pages : 386 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (281 download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Book Synopsis Drought Challenges by : Everisto Mapedza

Download or read book Drought Challenges written by Everisto Mapedza and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2019-09-25 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Drought Challenges: Livelihood Implications in Developing Countries, Volume Two, provides an understanding of the occurrence and impacts of droughts for developing countries and vulnerable sub-groups, such as women and pastoralists. It presents tools for assessing vulnerabilities, introduces individual policies to combat the effects of droughts, and highlights the importance of integrated multi-sectoral approaches and drought networks at various levels. Currently, there are few books on the market that address the growing need for knowledge on these cross-cutting issues. As drought can occur anywhere, the systemic connections between droughts and livelihoods are a key factor in development in many dryland and agriculturally-dependent nations. Connects the biophysical, social, economic, policy and institutional aspects of droughts across multiple regions in developing world Analyzes policy linkages between government agencies, public institutions, NGOs, the private sector and communities Includes a discussion of gender dimensions of drought and its impacts Presents a multi-sectoral perspective, including the human dimensions of drought in developing countries

Economic Costs of Drought and Rice Farmers' Coping Mechanisms

Author :
Publisher : Int. Rice Res. Inst.
ISBN 13 : 9712202127
Total Pages : 210 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (122 download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Book Synopsis Economic Costs of Drought and Rice Farmers' Coping Mechanisms by :

Download or read book Economic Costs of Drought and Rice Farmers' Coping Mechanisms written by and published by Int. Rice Res. Inst.. This book was released on 2007 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Methods and Tools for Drought Analysis and Management

Author : Giuseppe Rossi
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 1402059248
Total Pages : 418 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (2 download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Book Synopsis Methods and Tools for Drought Analysis and Management by : Giuseppe Rossi

Download or read book Methods and Tools for Drought Analysis and Management written by Giuseppe Rossi and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2007-07-26 with total page 418 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Frequent drought events have recently occurred in different Mediterranean regions. These have highlighted a general inadequacy of the current strategies applied to mitigate negative impacts of such phenomenon. This book provides various methods of drought monitoring at different spatial scales, as well as innovative drought forecasting techniques based on stochastic approaches. Besides common drought indices (i.e. SPI), new agrometeorological indices are proposed.