Farming Systems Development And Soil Conservation
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Farming Systems Development And Soil Conservation
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Author : David W. Norman
language : en
Publisher: Food & Agriculture Org.
Release Date : 1994
Farming Systems Development And Soil Conservation written by David W. Norman and has been published by Food & Agriculture Org. this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1994 with Nature categories.
Farmers And Soil Conservation In The Caribbean
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Author : F. A. Gumbs
language : en
Publisher: Commonwealth Secretariat
Release Date : 1994
Farmers And Soil Conservation In The Caribbean written by F. A. Gumbs and has been published by Commonwealth Secretariat this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1994 with History categories.
This volume complements a report published by Commonwealth Secretariat in 1992 entitled, 'Integrating Soil Conservation into Farming Systems in the Commonwealth Caribbean'. Other reports published by the Commonwealth Secretariat deal with issues of interest to Commonwealth countries in the natural resources field and cover topics in forestry, fisheries, livestock, and various aspects of agriculture in all regions.The research work for this study was assisted by a grant from the Overseas Development Administration (ODA), of the United Kingdom.
Development Of Conservation Farming On Hillslopes
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Author : W. C. Moldenhauer
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1991
Development Of Conservation Farming On Hillslopes written by W. C. Moldenhauer and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1991 with Nature categories.
Various contributions on history, policy and strategy, practical experiences, research and case-studies cover the whole field of conservation farming
Conservation Agriculture For Africa
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Author : Amir H Kassam
language : en
Publisher: CABI
Release Date : 2016-12-14
Conservation Agriculture For Africa written by Amir H Kassam and has been published by CABI this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-12-14 with Nature categories.
Tillage agriculture has led to widespread soil and ecosystem degradation globally. This is especially so in Africa where traditional and modern tillage-based agricultural practices have become unsustainable due to severe disturbance and exploitation of natural resources, with negative impacts on the environment and rural livelihoods. In addition, agriculture in Africa today faces major challenges including increased costs of production and energy, the effects of climate change, and the lack of an effective paradigm for sustainable intensification, especially for small- and medium-size holdings. Africa is facing a serious challenge to food security and as a continent has not advanced towards eradicating hunger. In addition, the population is still growing much faster than on most other continents. This pressure has led to the emergence of no-till conservation agriculture as a serious alternative sustainable agriculture paradigm. In Africa, in recent years, conservation agriculture techniques and methods have spread to many countries, as greater development, education and research effort are directed towards its extension and uptake. This book is aimed at agricultural researchers and scientists, educationalists, and agricultural service providers, institutional leaders and policy makers working in the fields of sustainable agriculture and international development, and also at agroecologists, conservation scientists, and those working on ecosystem services.
Working With Farmers For Better Land Husbandry
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Author : Norman Hudson
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1993
Working With Farmers For Better Land Husbandry written by Norman Hudson and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1993 with Business & Economics categories.
Based on the findings of a workshop in Tanzania and Kenya in March 1991, these case studies and reports emphasize the successes, often overlooked, of small rural development projects in east and central Africa.
Soil Conservation Third Edition
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Author : Norman W. Hudson
language : en
Publisher: Scientific Publishers
Release Date : 2015-01-01
Soil Conservation Third Edition written by Norman W. Hudson and has been published by Scientific Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-01-01 with Technology & Engineering categories.
Soil Conservation is a key text not only for agricultural engineers, but also for students of agriculture, forestry, geography, geology and ecology indeed all those concerned with soil erosion. This new and fully revised edition of Normal Hudson s standard work. Gives information on recent advan- ces, including the greater emphasis on sound land use and farming methods, the importance of involvi-ng the farmer at all stages; the need for low-cost, low-labour methods. Shows how research, theory and practice can be applied in the developing countries. Presents the engineering approach to soil conservation in a simple, common-sense way. The text reflects the postgraduate course in soil conservation at Silsoe College, as taught to students from over 40 different countries. The result is a teaching text which will be of use in all countries where soil conservation is a major consideration in agricultural development. After 13 years as a Conservation Officer and Researcher in Africa, Norman Hudson taught for 20 years at Silsoe College (formerly the National College of Agricultural Engineering), a Faculty of Cranfield University, and now practises as a consultant. He has Lectured at universities throughout the world, and has studied soil conservation in more than 40 different countries. He has worked as a consultant for FAO, The World Bank, the Asian Development Bank, The International Found for Agricultural Development, and aid agencies of Britain, the USA and Sweden. Professor Hudson was the 1983 recipient of the Hugh Hammond Bennett Award, the highest professional honour made by the Soil Conservation Society of America, and the President s Citation in 1989. He is a past President of the World Association of Soil and Water Conservation, founder of the International Centre for Soil Conservation Information, and Founder Chairman of the Association for Better Land Husbandry. In 1993 he was awarded the OBE for services to soil conservation.
Green Manure Cover Crop Systems Of Smallholder Farmers
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Author : Marjatta Eilittä
language : en
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Release Date : 2007-05-08
Green Manure Cover Crop Systems Of Smallholder Farmers written by Marjatta Eilittä and has been published by Springer Science & Business Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-05-08 with Technology & Engineering categories.
In the 1980s and 1990s, green manure/cover crop (GMCC) systems became a popular agricultural technology in research and development efforts for smallholder tropical and subtropical farmers. However, few syntheses of these experiences have been conducted. This volume of case studies contributes to bridging this gap by reviewing field-level experiences with these systems. Twelve case studies are included. Eleven of them describe experiences from Latin America (4 cases), Africa (6 cases) and Asia (1 case) and the twelfth case reports on the development of a GMCC systems database. Two concluding chapters, `Learning from the Case Studies' and `Future Perspectives', build upon the cases. The systems described are diverse. Some systems have been spontaneously adopted by farmers, while others have been introduced to the farmers through diffusion efforts. Some of the cases reviewed describe small, localized efforts while others report on large-scale, well-known ones, such as the combination of GMCCs and conservation tillage in Santa Catarina, Brazil, the maize-Mucuna system in northern Honduras, and the improved fallow systems in Eastern Zambia. Most experiences include both development and research aspects and to the extent possible the cases integrate these two. Discussion of the strengths and shortcomings of the systems and efforts is frank, and the goal is to learn from these experiences to benefit future efforts. It is expected that both researchers and development practitioners and students of tropical farming systems and soil management will find this volume of case studies useful.
Sustainable Agricultural Development
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Author : Mohamed Behnassi
language : en
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Release Date : 2011-02-09
Sustainable Agricultural Development written by Mohamed Behnassi and has been published by Springer Science & Business Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-02-09 with Technology & Engineering categories.
Due to many challenges (i.e. climate change, energy, water and land shortage, high demands on food, land grabbing, etc.), agriculture production potential is expected to be seriously affected; thus, increasing food insecurity and hunger in many already affected regions (especially in Africa). In this context, sustainable agriculture is highly recommended as an eco-system approach where soil, water, plants, environment and living organisms live in harmony. Innovative technologies and research should be developed to ensure sustainable agriculture and productivity using modern irrigation systems, improved varieties, improved soil quality, etc. In the meantime, the preservation of natural environment should be based on resource conservation technologies and best management practices. Sustainable Agricultural Development, not only raises the serious ethical and social issues underlying these huge environmental problems, but also aims at presenting successful experiences from all over the world in relation with sustainable farming, sustainable management of water and land resources, and innovative processes in livestock production. It also aims at providing inputs to decision making processes and encouraging the transfer of relevant know-how, technologies and expertise to different countries where similar agro-climatic conditions may exist; thus saving precious resources and promoting sustainable agricultural development as a relevant approach to tackle the food security challenge. Finally, this book focuses on the paradigmatic and policy dimensions and call for an innovative approach by analyzing the key themes in a complex and interrelated manner.
Soil Management And Conservation For Small Farms
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Author : Valdemar Hercilio de Freitas
language : en
Publisher: Food & Agriculture Org.
Release Date : 2000
Soil Management And Conservation For Small Farms written by Valdemar Hercilio de Freitas and has been published by Food & Agriculture Org. this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000 with Business & Economics categories.
This report is intended for development practitioners This report is intended for development practitioners, extensionists and leaders or pioneers in farming communities, to inform them about the experiences and initiatives of farming communities in conservation agriculture in Santa Catarina State, Brazil, there have been widespread improvements in soil management. This has led to lower costs and improved returns combined with better conservation and soil resources. The main elements of success were minimum tillage, soil cover management and direct seeding practices, together with an effective and creative extension service. While these developments probably cannot be duplicated as such elsewhere, the methods and strategies may well inspire others to adapt and modify them for application in their own environments elsewhere, the methods and strategies may well inspire others to adapt and modify them for application in their own environments.
Causes Of Soil Degradation And Development Approaches To Sustainable Soil Management
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Author : Kurt Georg Steiner
language : en
Publisher: Balogh Scientific Books
Release Date : 1996
Causes Of Soil Degradation And Development Approaches To Sustainable Soil Management written by Kurt Georg Steiner and has been published by Balogh Scientific Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1996 with Agricultural conservation categories.
This report describes the extent of soil degradation, its bio-physical and socio-economic causes and macro- and micro-economic impacts. The causes behind the failure of soil conservation projects are analyzed. It also describes approaches for creating more favourable agro-political conditions.