This paper investigates in detail the extensive indigenous knowledge of forest ecological services in 3 villages (Katwa, Karudih, and Hesadih) situated in the eastern plateau region of India. One aspect discussed is the indigenous knowledge on the influence of forests on water regimes and water q...
Shanley, P.
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Stockdale, M.
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[Traditional knowledge, forest management, and certification: a reality check]
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Traditional knowledge, forest management, and certification: a reality check
Crop diversity is central to traditional risk management practices on the Andean Altiplano and may find renewed importance in adapting to climate change. This study explored the role of crop diversity in farmers’ adaptation actions in eight Aymara communities on the northern Bolivian Altiplano. U...
Meldrum, G.
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Mijatovic, D.
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Rojas, W.
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Flores, J.
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Pinto, M.
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Mamani, G.
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Condori, E.
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Hilaquita, D.
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Gruberg, H.
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Padulosi, S.
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[Climate change and crop diversity: farmers’ perceptions and adaptation on the Bolivian Altiplano]
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Climate change and crop diversity: farmers’ perceptions and adaptation on the Bolivian Altiplano
Mozambique’s Niassa Reserve contains Africa’s best preserved miombo woodlands. Half of
the households there gather wild honey from natural hives for consumption and income. However, most
collectors used destructive techniques: setting fire to the grasses under the
hive tree to create smoke and...
Snook, L.K.
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Alves, T.
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Sousa, C.
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Loo, J.
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Gratzer, G.
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Duguma, L.
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Schrotter, C.
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Ribeiro, N.
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Mahanzule, R.
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Mazuze, F.
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Cuco, E.
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Elias, M.
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[Relearning traditional knowledge to achieve sustainability: honey gathering in the miombo woodlands of northern Mozambique]
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Relearning traditional knowledge to achieve sustainability: honey gathering in the miombo woodlands of northern Mozambique
Shrestha, P.
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Vernooy, Ronnie
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Sthapit, B.R.
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[Comparative analysis of key aspects of community seed banks: function and activities]
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Comparative analysis of key aspects of community seed banks: function and activities
Ramisch, Joshua J.
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[Building dynamic expertise for integrated soil fertility management in western Kenya]
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Building dynamic expertise for integrated soil fertility management in western Kenya
Pelletier, N
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Vernooy, Ronnie
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[El técnico, la promotora como facilitador(a) del desarrollo paticipativo]
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El técnico, la promotora como facilitador(a) del desarrollo paticipativo
Uni-modal rainfall pattern has long dry spell wherein sweetpotato is scarce, expensive but cheap at harvest. The crop is mostly consumed, processed or sold. Extending shelf-life of roots is crucial for Malawi and Northern Ghana as the crop has high value. Trials were conducted in the countries at...
Abidin, P.E.
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Kazembe, J.A.
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Atuna, R.A.
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Amagloh, F.K.
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Asare, K.
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Dery, E.
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Carey, E.E.
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[Sand storage, extending the shelf-life of fresh sweetpotato roots for home consumption and market sales.]
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Sand storage, extending the shelf-life of fresh sweetpotato roots for home consumption and market sales.
Cruz García, Gisella S.
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Howard, PL
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['I used to be ashamed'. The influence of an educational program on tribal and non-tribal children`s knowledge and valuation of wild food plants]
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'I used to be ashamed'. The influence of an educational program on tribal and non-tribal children`s knowledge and valuation of wild food plants
This book is a practical, step-by-step manual for using scenario-based methods in communities. The guide has been written in straightforward language and organized as a teaching tool to facilitate the use of the methods without additional training. It explains methods to help communities think ah...
Evans, K.
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Velarde, S.J.
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Prieto, R.
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Rao, S.N.
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Sertzen, S.
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Davila, K.
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Cronkleton, P.
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Jong, W. de
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[Field guide to the future: four ways for communities to think ahead]
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Field guide to the future: four ways for communities to think ahead