Source: CCAFS
The IFAD-CCAFS Learning Alliance is calling for concept notes with the focus on economic valuation of climate risks and adaptation responses in agricultural development projects.
Closing date: 10 November 2014, 08h00 CET.
Rationale for the call…
Research initiatives and discoveries
Studies show that a chemical mechanism operating in the roots of a tropical grass used for livestock feed holds enormous potential to reduce GHG emissions. According to scientists from the International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT), the mechanism…
African countries have been called upon to strengthen partnerships that would provide the needed resources and technologies to support farmers on the Continent to boost food production.
Mrs Rhoda Peace Tumusiime, Commissioner for Rural Economy and Agriculture, African Union…
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