Sustainable intensification (SI) is at the forefront of food security discussions as a means to meet the growing demand for agricultural production while conserving land and other resources. A broader definition of SI is emerging that takes into account the human condition, nutrition and social e...
Smith, A.
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Snapp, Sieglinde S.
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Chikowo, Regis
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Thorne, Peter J.
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Bekunda, Mateete A.
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Glover, Jerry
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[Measuring sustainable intensification in smallholder agroecosystems: A review]
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Measuring sustainable intensification in smallholder agroecosystems: A review
Crop diversification has a long history in Africa, as a foundation for more resilient and sustainable farming systems. However, success has often been mixed. Variable weather and changing climate requires a focus on supporting farmer capacity to adapt and innovate. Participatory research and simu...
Snapp, Sieglinde S.
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Kerr, R.B.
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Smith, A.
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Ollenburger, M.H.
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Mhango, W.
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Shumba, L.
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Gondwe, T.N.P.
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Kanyama-Phiri, G.Y.
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[Modeling and participatory farmer-led approaches to food security in a changing world: A case study from Malawi.]
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Modeling and participatory farmer-led approaches to food security in a changing world: A case study from Malawi.
Food security and dietary quality are broadly supported development goals, yet few studies have addressed how agricultural subsidy policies and promotion of modern crop varieties impact smallholder farm production and household diet. Crop intensification through subsidies could have indirect impa...
Snapp, Sieglinde S.
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Fisher, M.
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[Filling the maize basket supports crop diversity and quality of household diet in Malawi]
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Filling the maize basket supports crop diversity and quality of household diet in Malawi
Chimonyo, V.G.P.
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Mhango, W.
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Chikowo, Regis
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Snapp, Sieglinde S.
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[Application of mineral fertilisers and organic resources—Malawi]
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Application of mineral fertilisers and organic resources—Malawi
Functional crop diversity enhances crop productivity, stability, and food security through efficient nutrient cycling and water utilization; however, performance is variable under marginal environments. We applied stability analysis to assess impacts of grain legume integration on maize (Zea mays...
Chimonyo, V.G.P.
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Snapp, Sieglinde S.
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Chikowo, Regis
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[Grain legumes increase yield stability in maize based cropping systems]
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Grain legumes increase yield stability in maize based cropping systems
In Malawi, population growth has reduced opportunities for farmers to expand and cultivate new land. The country's primary farming population is comprised of smallholders, many who cultivate monocultures of maize (Zea mays). To reduce negative outcomes from this practice, intercropping maize with...
Silberg, Timothy
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Richardson, Robert
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Hockett, M.
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Snapp, Sieglinde S.
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[Maize-legume intercropping in central Malawi: Determinants of practice]
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Maize-legume intercropping in central Malawi: Determinants of practice