The operating principles involved in implementing agricultural research networks, with special reference to the African bean research network, are reviewed. Issues briefly discussed are (1) the need for more precise definition of intended participation for each network activity; (2) less overburd...
Kirkby, Roger A.
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[Some principles and issues in implementing agricultural research networks]
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Some principles and issues in implementing agricultural research networks
The role of soil OM is reviewed, with special reference to bean production. Soil physical properties, chemical properties, and biological effects are covered. The different interactions of soil management practices with soil OM, such as the implications of seasonal effects on decomposition, nutri...
Kirkby, Roger A.
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David, S.
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Kasozi, S
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[Assessing the impact of bush bean varieties on poverty reduction in Sub-saharan Africa: evidence from Uganda]
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Assessing the impact of bush bean varieties on poverty reduction in Sub-saharan Africa: evidence from Uganda
CIATS`s bean research activities in Africa aim at meeting the needs of bean-producing areas in East, Central, and southern Africa. Efforts of national research programs are effectively supported in areas such as breeding, improved cultural practices and cropping systems, training, on-farm evaluat...
Kirkby, Roger A.
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[Organisation et activites du programme du CIAT sur le haricot visant a appuyer les programmes nationaux de recherche en Afrique]
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Organisation et activites du programme du CIAT sur le haricot visant a appuyer les programmes nationaux de recherche en Afrique
The organization of the Regional Program on Beans in Eastern Africa is indicated as well as the research and training activities carried out. Germplasm, on-farm, and agronomy research activities have been conducted to support national teams, not in separate field trials. A short-term strategy was...
Kirkby, Roger A.
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[The stage of development of the Regional Programme on Beans in Eastern Africa]
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The stage of development of the Regional Programme on Beans in Eastern Africa
Kirkby, Roger A.
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[CIAT`S approach to collaborative research for bean producers in Africa]
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CIAT`S approach to collaborative research for bean producers in Africa
General information is given on African bean production and research opportunities. The objectives and organization of the CIAT bean program in Africa are mentioned, including the probable pattern of staffing and location of CIAT regional bean programs in the Great Lakes region, Eastern Africa, a...
Kirkby, Roger A.
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[The role, organization and management of CIAT`s activities in support of national bean improvement programs in Eastern Africa]
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The role, organization and management of CIAT`s activities in support of national bean improvement programs in Eastern Africa
Kaaria, Susan K.
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Kirkby, Roger A.
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Delve, Robert J.
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Njuki, Jemimah
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Twinamasiko, E
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Sanginga, Pascal C.
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[Enhancing innovation processes and partnerships]
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Enhancing innovation processes and partnerships