Grain Legumes And Green Manures For Soil Fertility In Southern Africa
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Grain Legumes And Green Manures For Soil Fertility In Southern Africa
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Author : Stephen R. Waddington
language : en
Publisher: CIMMYT
Release Date : 2003
Grain Legumes And Green Manures For Soil Fertility In Southern Africa written by Stephen R. Waddington and has been published by CIMMYT this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003 with Green manure crops categories.
Fighting Poverty In Sub Saharan Africa The Multiple Roles Of Legumes In Integrated Soil Fertility Management
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Author : Andre Bationo
language : en
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Release Date : 2011-08-24
Fighting Poverty In Sub Saharan Africa The Multiple Roles Of Legumes In Integrated Soil Fertility Management written by Andre Bationo 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 2011-08-24 with Technology & Engineering categories.
Legumes play an important role in the cropping systems of sub Saharan Africa (SSA). Legumes are an important source of nutrition to both humans and livestock by providing the much needed protein, minerals, fibre and vitamins. The sale of legumes seed, leaves and fibre generates income for the marginalized communities especially women. Cultivation of legumes is essential for the regeneration of nutrient-deficient soils. By biologically fixing nitrogen (BNF) in the soil, legumes provide a relatively low-cost method of replacing otherwise expensive inorganic nitrogen in the soil. This enhances soil fertility and boosts subsequent cereal crop yields. Production of legumes in SSA is however; hampered by a number of constraints among them low and declining soil fertility, low soil pH, high salinity, drought and flooding, poor access to improved germplasm, diseases, pests and weeds. Farmers need to learn how to overcome these constraints if the full benefits of legumes are to be gained. This book presents a synthesis of research work on legumes and draws attention to the importance of legumes in integrated soil fertility management (ISFM) and poverty alleviation in SSA.
Evidence For Impact Of Green Fertilizers On Maize Production In Sub Saharan Africa
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Author : Gudeta Sileshi
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2009
Evidence For Impact Of Green Fertilizers On Maize Production In Sub Saharan Africa written by Gudeta Sileshi and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009 with Technology & Engineering categories.
Legumes For Soil Health And Sustainable Management
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Author : Ram Swaroop Meena
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2018-07-06
Legumes For Soil Health And Sustainable Management written by Ram Swaroop Meena and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-07-06 with Technology & Engineering categories.
Sustainable management of soils is an important global issue of the 21st century. Feeding roughly 8 billion people with an environmentally sustainable production system is a major challenge, especially considering the fact that 10% of the world’s population at risk of hunger and 25% at risk of malnutrition. Accordingly, the 68th United Nations (UN) general assembly declared 2016 the “International Year of Pulses” to raise awareness and to celebrate the role of pulses in human nutrition and welfare. Likewise, the assembly declared the year 2015 as the “International Year of Soils” to promote awareness of the role of “healthy soils for a healthy life” and the International Union of Soil Science (IUSS) has declared 2015-2024 as the International Decade of Soils. Including legumes in cropping systems is an important toward advancing soil sustainability, food and nutritional security without compromising soil quality or its production potential. Several textbooks and edited volumes are currently available on general soil fertility or on legumes but‚ to date‚ none have been dedicated to the study of “Legumes for Soil Health and Sustainable Management”. This is important aspect, as the soil, the epidermis of the Earth (geoderma)‚ is the major component of the terrestrial biosphere. This book explores the impacts of legumes on soil health and sustainability, structure and functioning of agro-ecosystems, agronomic productivity and food security, BNF, microbial transformation of soil N and P, plant-growth-promoting rhizobacteria, biofertilizers, etc. With the advent of fertilizers, legumes have been sidelined since World War II, which has produced serious consequences for soils and the environment alike. Therefore, legume-based rational cropping/soil management practices must support environmentally and economically sustainable agroecosystems based on (sequential) rotation and intercropping considerations to restore soil health and sustainability. All chapters are amply illustrated with appropriately placed data, tables, figures, and photographs, and supported with extensive and cutting-edge references. The editors have provided a roadmap for the sustainable development of legumes for food and nutritional security and soil sustainability in agricultural systems, offering a unique resource for teachers, researchers, and policymakers, as well as undergraduate and graduate students of soil science, agronomy, ecology, and the environmental sciences.
Smart Technologies For Sustainable Smallholder Agriculture
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Author : David Chikoye
language : en
Publisher: Academic Press
Release Date : 2017-04-07
Smart Technologies For Sustainable Smallholder Agriculture written by David Chikoye and has been published by Academic Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-04-07 with Technology & Engineering categories.
Smart Technologies for Sustainable Smallholder Agriculture: Upscaling in Developing Countries defines integrated climate smart agricultural technologies (ICSAT) as a suite of interconnected techniques and practices that enhance quantity and quality of agricultural products with minimum impact on the environment. These ICSAT are centered on three main pillars, increased production and income, adaptation and resilience to climate change, and minimizing GHG emissions. This book brings together technologies contributing to the three pillars, explains the context in which they can be scaled up, and identifies research and development gaps as areas requiring further investigation. It stresses the urgency in critically analyzing and recommending ICSAT and scaling out the efforts of both developing and disseminating these in an integrated manner. The book discusses, synthesizes, and offers alternative solutions to agriculture production systems and socio-economic development. It brings together biophysical and socioeconomic disciplines in evaluating suitable ICSAT in an effort to help reduce poverty and food insecurity. Highlights the research gaps and opportunities on climate smart agricultural technologies and institutional arrangements Provides information on institutional engagements that are inclusive of value chain actors that support partnerships and the development of interactive platforms Elaborates some of the effects of climate extremes on production and socioeconomic development on small farms whose impact has potentially large impact
Advances In Integrated Soil Fertility Management In Sub Saharan Africa Challenges And Opportunities
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Author : Andre Bationo
language : en
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Release Date : 2007-10-16
Advances In Integrated Soil Fertility Management In Sub Saharan Africa Challenges And Opportunities written by Andre Bationo 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 2007-10-16 with Technology & Engineering categories.
Food insecurity is a fundamental challenge to human welfare and economic growth in Africa. Low agricultural production leads to low incomes, poor nutrition, vulnerability to risk and threat and lack of empowerment. This book offers a comprehensive synthesis of agricultural research and development experiences from sub-Saharan Africa. The text highlights practical lessons from the sub-Saharan Africa region.
Advances In Agronomy
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Author :
language : en
Publisher: Academic Press
Release Date : 2014-11-21
Advances In Agronomy written by and has been published by Academic Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-11-21 with Technology & Engineering categories.
Advances in Agronomy continues to be recognized as a leading reference and a first-rate source for the latest research in agronomy. As always, the subjects covered are varied and exemplary of the myriad of subject matter dealt with by this long-running serial Timely and state-of-the-art reviews Distinguished, well recognized authors A venerable and iconic review series Timely publication of submitted reviews
Innovations As Key To The Green Revolution In Africa
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Author : Andre Bationo
language : en
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Release Date : 2011-08-30
Innovations As Key To The Green Revolution In Africa written by Andre Bationo 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 2011-08-30 with Technology & Engineering categories.
Africa can achieve self sufficiency in food production through adoption of innovations in the agriculture sector. Numerous soil fertility and crop production technologies have been generated through research, however, wide adoption has been low. African farmers need better technologies, more sustainable practices, and fertilizers to improve and sustain their crop productivity and to prevent further degradation of agricultural lands. The agricultural sector also needs to be supported by functional institutions and policies that will be able to respond to emerging challenges of globalization and climate change.
Exploring Socio Ecological Niches For Legumes In Western Kenya Smallholder Farming Systems
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Author : John O. Ojiem
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2006
Exploring Socio Ecological Niches For Legumes In Western Kenya Smallholder Farming Systems written by John O. Ojiem and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006 with Agricultural systems categories.
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Integrated Soil Fertility Management In Africa
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Author : Nteranya Sanginga
language : en
Publisher: CIAT
Release Date : 2009
Integrated Soil Fertility Management In Africa written by Nteranya Sanginga and has been published by CIAT this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009 with Soil fertility categories.
Forward. A call for integrated soil fertility management in Africa. Introduction. ISFM and the African farmer. Part I. The principles of ISFM: ISFM as a strategic goal, Fertilizer management within ISFM, Agro-minerals in ISFM, Organic resource management, ISFM, soil biota and soil health. Part II. ISFM practices: ISFM products and fields practices, ISFM practice in drylands, ISFM practice in savannas and woodlands, ISFM practice in the humid forest zone, Conservation Agriculture. Part III. The process of implementing ISFM: soil fertility diagnosis, soil fertility management advice, Dissemination of ISFM technologies, Designing an ISFM adoption project, ISFM at farm and landscape scales. Part IV. The social dimensions of ISFM: The role of ISFM in gender empowerment, ISFM and household nutrition, Capacity building in ISFM, ISFM in the policy arena, Marketing support for ISFM, Advancing ISFM in Africa. Appendices: Mineral nutrient contents of some common organic resources.
