Title: Partnerships for Research, Capacity Building, Innovation and Foresighting: Managing water for agriculture and food in ACP countries.
Date: 28 October, 2012
Speaker: Norman Uphoff, Cornell University, USA
Venue: GCARD2 Pre-Conference Meeting Punta del Este, Uruguay
Powerpoint by Samuel Soki Harding, Daniel Santigie Fornah, and Edward S.A. Kargbo presented at the West Africa SRI Workshop in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso on July 26-27, 2012.
An excellent presentation on System of Rice Intensification.
Uphoff, N.T. - "Increasing Water Savings while Raising Rice Yields with the System of Rice Intensification (SRI)", presented for Panel on Water Productivity and Reuse at the 2nd International Rice Congress New Delhi, October 9-13, 2006. (see also accompanying
Original Source: http://www.wassan.org/sri/Useful_Links.htm#Videos%20and%20Slide%20Presentations
Presenting the key points, the technicalities, and statistics with lots of image sources, and case studies across the globe.
Nematodes can negatively impact rice yields under the System of Rice Intensification (SRI) method. Studies found yield reductions of 8-69% attributed to nematode build-up under aerobic rice cultivation compared to flooded conditions. Controlled irrigation in SRI may be associated with the root-knot nematode Meloidogyne graminicola, which can cause yield losses of 21-64%. A field and greenhouse study examined the effects of different irrigation treatments on root galling and nematode populations caused by the root-knot nematode. The results showed greater gall formation and nematode populations under aerobic or saturated conditions compared to alternate flooding.
This document discusses agricultural water savings from the System of Rice Intensification (SRI) in Sichuan, China. It provides general information on the application and spread of SRI in China, and evaluations showing SRI can increase rice yields by 20-55% with modified transplanting methods. SRI also promotes more vigorous plant growth while requiring fewer inputs, especially 25.6% less irrigation water. The document then discusses research in Sichuan showing various SRI techniques like dry seedbed nurseries and mulching can save 30-50% of water for rice production compared to conventional methods, while maintaining or increasing yields. It concludes by discussing prospects for SRI to help address water management issues in Sichuan's
Presenter: S.P. Singh, R.M. Kumar, B. Sreedevi, P. Krishnamurthy, and S.V. Subbaiah
Audience: 2nd National SRI Symposium, Agartala, India
Subject Country: India
Title: The System of Rice Intensification (SRI) in the Context of ‘Sustainable Crop Production Intensification’ and Adaptation to Climate Change
Presenter: Norman Uphoff
Presented at the FAO's Asia Regional Office
Date: April 11, 2013
Title: Partnerships for Research, Capacity Building, Innovation and Foresighting: Managing water for agriculture and food in ACP countries.
Date: 28 October, 2012
Speaker: Norman Uphoff, Cornell University, USA
Venue: GCARD2 Pre-Conference Meeting Punta del Este, Uruguay
Powerpoint by Samuel Soki Harding, Daniel Santigie Fornah, and Edward S.A. Kargbo presented at the West Africa SRI Workshop in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso on July 26-27, 2012.
An excellent presentation on System of Rice Intensification.
Uphoff, N.T. - "Increasing Water Savings while Raising Rice Yields with the System of Rice Intensification (SRI)", presented for Panel on Water Productivity and Reuse at the 2nd International Rice Congress New Delhi, October 9-13, 2006. (see also accompanying
Original Source: http://www.wassan.org/sri/Useful_Links.htm#Videos%20and%20Slide%20Presentations
Presenting the key points, the technicalities, and statistics with lots of image sources, and case studies across the globe.
Nematodes can negatively impact rice yields under the System of Rice Intensification (SRI) method. Studies found yield reductions of 8-69% attributed to nematode build-up under aerobic rice cultivation compared to flooded conditions. Controlled irrigation in SRI may be associated with the root-knot nematode Meloidogyne graminicola, which can cause yield losses of 21-64%. A field and greenhouse study examined the effects of different irrigation treatments on root galling and nematode populations caused by the root-knot nematode. The results showed greater gall formation and nematode populations under aerobic or saturated conditions compared to alternate flooding.
This document discusses agricultural water savings from the System of Rice Intensification (SRI) in Sichuan, China. It provides general information on the application and spread of SRI in China, and evaluations showing SRI can increase rice yields by 20-55% with modified transplanting methods. SRI also promotes more vigorous plant growth while requiring fewer inputs, especially 25.6% less irrigation water. The document then discusses research in Sichuan showing various SRI techniques like dry seedbed nurseries and mulching can save 30-50% of water for rice production compared to conventional methods, while maintaining or increasing yields. It concludes by discussing prospects for SRI to help address water management issues in Sichuan's
Presenter: S.P. Singh, R.M. Kumar, B. Sreedevi, P. Krishnamurthy, and S.V. Subbaiah
Audience: 2nd National SRI Symposium, Agartala, India
Subject Country: India
Title: The System of Rice Intensification (SRI) in the Context of ‘Sustainable Crop Production Intensification’ and Adaptation to Climate Change
Presenter: Norman Uphoff
Presented at the FAO's Asia Regional Office
Date: April 11, 2013
This document summarizes research on using SRI (System of Rice Intensification) methods and other water saving techniques to increase rice yields and water use efficiency in Sichuan, China. Key points include:
- SRI methods increased average rice yields in Sichuan by 20-55% and reduced water use by 25.6% compared to conventional practices.
- Improved SRI techniques for Sichuan include using tray nurseries, transplanting younger seedlings in oblong patterns with triangles, applying herbicides, and using shallow furrows with alternate wetting and drying for water management.
- Adoption of SRI and other water saving methods like dry seedbed nurseries and mul
The document summarizes a project conducted in Ifugao province to promote the System of Rice Intensification (SRI) method of rice farming. The project trained 275 farmers and established 110 demonstration farms using SRI techniques. Results showed SRI farms had higher yields, more tillers, panicles, and grains per panicle compared to non-SRI farms. The project was successful in introducing SRI to increase incomes and encourage maintenance of the rice terraces in Ifugao.
Presentation by Chun-E Kan
Title: System of Rice Intensification (SRI) Introduction in Taiwan: Results of Trials, Adapting to Existing Farming Systems and Local Conditions, and Making Links with the Private Sector
Venue: Cornell University
Date: April 16, 2015
Organized by: SRI-Rice, Cornell Univesity
Impact of Mulch on Weed Infestation in System of Rice Intensification (SRI) F...Mohammed Umar
This study evaluated the impact of straw mat (SRImat) and black plastic mulch on weed growth in System of Rice Intensification (SRI) farming. The SRImat provided the most effective weed control, reducing weed density and dry weight the most compared to other treatments. It resulted in the highest weed control efficiency of 98.5% and the most tillers per hill. Sedges were found to be the most dominant weed class across all treatments. The study suggests using SRImat mulch can improve weed control and water savings in SRI farming through reduced transpiration by weeds.
Poster at the 4th International Rice Congress
Authors: Shigeki Yokoyama and Takeshi Sakurai
Title: Participation and Impact of Rice Cultivation Training: The Case of SRI in Madagascar
Venue: Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Centre (BITEC), Bangkok, Thailand
Date: October 28-31, 2014
This study compared the System of Rice Intensification (SRI) method to conventional rice farming practices in Kampot Province, Cambodia. Data was collected through interviews with 40 farmers using both methods from October to December 2006. Key findings were that SRI yielded higher than conventional methods, with average yields of 5.1 tons/hectare for SRI vs 3.9 tons/hectare for conventional. However, the SRI score was not strongly correlated with yield. SRI was also found to be more profitable than conventional methods due to lower costs, especially for labor.
1. The document discusses the status of rice production in China and the principles and practices of the System of Rice Intensification (SRI).
2. SRI involves practices like younger seedlings, lower planting density, and intermittent irrigation which can save water and labor while increasing yields.
3. SRI has been adapted to new rice varieties in China and shown to increase transplanting efficiency, save water, and increase profits compared to traditional practices.
Presented by: Jia-guo Zheng, Xin-lu Jiang, and Zhong-zhi Chi Sichuan Academy of Agricultural Sciences Chengdu, China
Presented at: International Rice Congress. Pre-Congress SRI Day. November 8 2010
Presenter: Debashish Sen, S.P. Chaturvedi, Hiralal Bharti, and Rajendra Bansal
Audience: 2nd National SRI Symposium, Agartala, India
Subject Country: Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh, India
The document discusses the advantages of the System of Rice Intensification (SRI) beyond just increased yields. SRI provides higher productivity with fewer inputs which increases profits for farmers. Field evaluations in multiple countries found that SRI led to yield increases of 25-60% while reducing costs of production by 11-56%. SRI was also found to require less water, seeds, fertilizer and pesticides which further increased profits. Additionally, SRI rice had higher resistance to pests and diseases, tolerance to climate stresses, and provided environmental benefits with less chemical use.
1. The System of Rice Intensification (SRI) is a resource-saving, high-yielding rice farming method that can meet the needs of increased land and water productivity, accessibility for poor farmers, environmental friendliness, pest and drought resistance, and profitability for farmers.
2. SRI practices such as young seedlings, wider spacing, and intermittent flooding have been shown to increase yields by 50-100% with 25-50% less water and 10-20% lower costs of production compared to conventional methods across multiple countries.
3. SRI also provides benefits like reduced methane emissions, greater pest and disease resistance, stronger resistance to stresses like lodging and drought, and improved grain quality.
Promoting the Adoption of SRI throughParticipatory Research and Outreach in Kenya SRI - Growing More Rice with Less Water
April 18, 2012, presentation by Prof. Bancy M. Mati
SRI Projects Coordinator
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Technology (JKUAT)
Nairobi, Kenya
18th April 2012
1. The document compares the System of Rice Intensification (SRI) method of paddy cultivation to traditional methods in Gujarat, India. Key differences between the methods include younger seedlings, fewer seedlings per hill, and alternating wet and dry soil conditions in SRI.
2. Preliminary results show SRI yields higher returns - average yield was 3150 kg/ha for SRI and 2005 kg/ha for traditional, with net returns of Rs. 17,909/ha and Rs. 7,036/ha respectively. However, more research is needed to fully evaluate the benefits of SRI.
3. Most farmers currently prefer SRI due to higher yields and returns, but some constraints
This document summarizes a survey of rice management practices including SRI, BMP, and CP on acid soils in Prey Veng, Cambodia. The survey found that SRI provided the highest yields and best rice characteristics due to practices like younger seedlings, better water management, and organic fertilizer. However, SRI required more labor and costs. While SRI had lower gross margins when including labor, it provided higher incomes and benefits than BMP and CP. The study concluded that combining rice management techniques is important for yields, but partial adoption may be more suitable for farmers due to resource constraints.
Institution: Visayas, Municipal Agriculture Office, and the Agricultural Training Institute as well as the Consultants’ Consortium for SPISP
Subject Country: Philippines
Presenter: IrsaL Las, A. Gani and N. Widiarta / Indonesia Institute for Rice Research
Audience: World Rice Research Conference, Japan
Subject Country: Indonesia
The document discusses rice production in Fiji. It notes that Fiji imports about 33,720 tons of rice per year, costing $19.55 million on average. Between 2005-2007, the government aimed to increase domestic rice production by 7,500 tons to reduce imports. However, rice's contribution to Fiji's GDP has declined from 25% to 12% and self-sufficiency has declined from 65% to 20%. The document evaluates the performance of SRI, ICM and local recommended practices at a research station, finding higher yield with SRI.
Title: Agroecological Crop Management for Increased Productivity- Experience with Rice and Other Crops
Date: 24 January 2013
Presented by Norman Uphoff at the 6th International Seminar on Agricultural Policies, Instituto Interamericano de Cooperation para la Agricultura (IICA), Santo Domingo, Domincan Republic
Presented by: Rajendra Uprety, Senior Agriculture Development Officer Department of Agriculture Nepal
Presented at: Panel on Climate Change and Rice Agriculture 3rd International Rice Congress, Hanoi, Vietnam
Presented on: 9 November 2010
This document proposes a project to distribute clean cookstoves in Indonesia to reduce carbon emissions. Over 5 years, the project aims to distribute 10,000 cookstoves in Majalengka, West Java and partner with local companies to supply used cooking oil to fuel the stoves. The project expects to generate revenue from cookstove sales and carbon credits from verified emissions reductions. Financial projections estimate the project will reach profitability in year 2 and have a 50% internal rate of return over 5 years.
This document outlines a proposal for a clean cookstove project in Indonesia. The project would distribute 8,000 improved cookstoves called "Protos" over 5 years that reduce emissions and use waste cooking oil as fuel. It would partner with local companies and charities, and generate revenue from stove, fuel, and preheating material sales as well as carbon credits under the Clean Development Mechanism. Financial projections estimate the project will have a positive NPV, 50% IRR, and reach the break-even point in the second quarter of the second year.
This document summarizes research on using SRI (System of Rice Intensification) methods and other water saving techniques to increase rice yields and water use efficiency in Sichuan, China. Key points include:
- SRI methods increased average rice yields in Sichuan by 20-55% and reduced water use by 25.6% compared to conventional practices.
- Improved SRI techniques for Sichuan include using tray nurseries, transplanting younger seedlings in oblong patterns with triangles, applying herbicides, and using shallow furrows with alternate wetting and drying for water management.
- Adoption of SRI and other water saving methods like dry seedbed nurseries and mul
The document summarizes a project conducted in Ifugao province to promote the System of Rice Intensification (SRI) method of rice farming. The project trained 275 farmers and established 110 demonstration farms using SRI techniques. Results showed SRI farms had higher yields, more tillers, panicles, and grains per panicle compared to non-SRI farms. The project was successful in introducing SRI to increase incomes and encourage maintenance of the rice terraces in Ifugao.
Presentation by Chun-E Kan
Title: System of Rice Intensification (SRI) Introduction in Taiwan: Results of Trials, Adapting to Existing Farming Systems and Local Conditions, and Making Links with the Private Sector
Venue: Cornell University
Date: April 16, 2015
Organized by: SRI-Rice, Cornell Univesity
Impact of Mulch on Weed Infestation in System of Rice Intensification (SRI) F...Mohammed Umar
This study evaluated the impact of straw mat (SRImat) and black plastic mulch on weed growth in System of Rice Intensification (SRI) farming. The SRImat provided the most effective weed control, reducing weed density and dry weight the most compared to other treatments. It resulted in the highest weed control efficiency of 98.5% and the most tillers per hill. Sedges were found to be the most dominant weed class across all treatments. The study suggests using SRImat mulch can improve weed control and water savings in SRI farming through reduced transpiration by weeds.
Poster at the 4th International Rice Congress
Authors: Shigeki Yokoyama and Takeshi Sakurai
Title: Participation and Impact of Rice Cultivation Training: The Case of SRI in Madagascar
Venue: Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Centre (BITEC), Bangkok, Thailand
Date: October 28-31, 2014
This study compared the System of Rice Intensification (SRI) method to conventional rice farming practices in Kampot Province, Cambodia. Data was collected through interviews with 40 farmers using both methods from October to December 2006. Key findings were that SRI yielded higher than conventional methods, with average yields of 5.1 tons/hectare for SRI vs 3.9 tons/hectare for conventional. However, the SRI score was not strongly correlated with yield. SRI was also found to be more profitable than conventional methods due to lower costs, especially for labor.
1. The document discusses the status of rice production in China and the principles and practices of the System of Rice Intensification (SRI).
2. SRI involves practices like younger seedlings, lower planting density, and intermittent irrigation which can save water and labor while increasing yields.
3. SRI has been adapted to new rice varieties in China and shown to increase transplanting efficiency, save water, and increase profits compared to traditional practices.
Presented by: Jia-guo Zheng, Xin-lu Jiang, and Zhong-zhi Chi Sichuan Academy of Agricultural Sciences Chengdu, China
Presented at: International Rice Congress. Pre-Congress SRI Day. November 8 2010
Presenter: Debashish Sen, S.P. Chaturvedi, Hiralal Bharti, and Rajendra Bansal
Audience: 2nd National SRI Symposium, Agartala, India
Subject Country: Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh, India
The document discusses the advantages of the System of Rice Intensification (SRI) beyond just increased yields. SRI provides higher productivity with fewer inputs which increases profits for farmers. Field evaluations in multiple countries found that SRI led to yield increases of 25-60% while reducing costs of production by 11-56%. SRI was also found to require less water, seeds, fertilizer and pesticides which further increased profits. Additionally, SRI rice had higher resistance to pests and diseases, tolerance to climate stresses, and provided environmental benefits with less chemical use.
1. The System of Rice Intensification (SRI) is a resource-saving, high-yielding rice farming method that can meet the needs of increased land and water productivity, accessibility for poor farmers, environmental friendliness, pest and drought resistance, and profitability for farmers.
2. SRI practices such as young seedlings, wider spacing, and intermittent flooding have been shown to increase yields by 50-100% with 25-50% less water and 10-20% lower costs of production compared to conventional methods across multiple countries.
3. SRI also provides benefits like reduced methane emissions, greater pest and disease resistance, stronger resistance to stresses like lodging and drought, and improved grain quality.
Promoting the Adoption of SRI throughParticipatory Research and Outreach in Kenya SRI - Growing More Rice with Less Water
April 18, 2012, presentation by Prof. Bancy M. Mati
SRI Projects Coordinator
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Technology (JKUAT)
Nairobi, Kenya
18th April 2012
1. The document compares the System of Rice Intensification (SRI) method of paddy cultivation to traditional methods in Gujarat, India. Key differences between the methods include younger seedlings, fewer seedlings per hill, and alternating wet and dry soil conditions in SRI.
2. Preliminary results show SRI yields higher returns - average yield was 3150 kg/ha for SRI and 2005 kg/ha for traditional, with net returns of Rs. 17,909/ha and Rs. 7,036/ha respectively. However, more research is needed to fully evaluate the benefits of SRI.
3. Most farmers currently prefer SRI due to higher yields and returns, but some constraints
This document summarizes a survey of rice management practices including SRI, BMP, and CP on acid soils in Prey Veng, Cambodia. The survey found that SRI provided the highest yields and best rice characteristics due to practices like younger seedlings, better water management, and organic fertilizer. However, SRI required more labor and costs. While SRI had lower gross margins when including labor, it provided higher incomes and benefits than BMP and CP. The study concluded that combining rice management techniques is important for yields, but partial adoption may be more suitable for farmers due to resource constraints.
Institution: Visayas, Municipal Agriculture Office, and the Agricultural Training Institute as well as the Consultants’ Consortium for SPISP
Subject Country: Philippines
Presenter: IrsaL Las, A. Gani and N. Widiarta / Indonesia Institute for Rice Research
Audience: World Rice Research Conference, Japan
Subject Country: Indonesia
The document discusses rice production in Fiji. It notes that Fiji imports about 33,720 tons of rice per year, costing $19.55 million on average. Between 2005-2007, the government aimed to increase domestic rice production by 7,500 tons to reduce imports. However, rice's contribution to Fiji's GDP has declined from 25% to 12% and self-sufficiency has declined from 65% to 20%. The document evaluates the performance of SRI, ICM and local recommended practices at a research station, finding higher yield with SRI.
Title: Agroecological Crop Management for Increased Productivity- Experience with Rice and Other Crops
Date: 24 January 2013
Presented by Norman Uphoff at the 6th International Seminar on Agricultural Policies, Instituto Interamericano de Cooperation para la Agricultura (IICA), Santo Domingo, Domincan Republic
Presented by: Rajendra Uprety, Senior Agriculture Development Officer Department of Agriculture Nepal
Presented at: Panel on Climate Change and Rice Agriculture 3rd International Rice Congress, Hanoi, Vietnam
Presented on: 9 November 2010
This document proposes a project to distribute clean cookstoves in Indonesia to reduce carbon emissions. Over 5 years, the project aims to distribute 10,000 cookstoves in Majalengka, West Java and partner with local companies to supply used cooking oil to fuel the stoves. The project expects to generate revenue from cookstove sales and carbon credits from verified emissions reductions. Financial projections estimate the project will reach profitability in year 2 and have a 50% internal rate of return over 5 years.
This document outlines a proposal for a clean cookstove project in Indonesia. The project would distribute 8,000 improved cookstoves called "Protos" over 5 years that reduce emissions and use waste cooking oil as fuel. It would partner with local companies and charities, and generate revenue from stove, fuel, and preheating material sales as well as carbon credits under the Clean Development Mechanism. Financial projections estimate the project will have a positive NPV, 50% IRR, and reach the break-even point in the second quarter of the second year.
One of the many causes of failure of Off-grid electrification project is not involving the community in the development of project. A model has been developed and demonstrated for prefeasibility analysis of off-grid electrification projects. This model compares the two cases for each possible scenario for the site. Two cases are conventional off-grid electrification and off-grid electrification with investment in downstream productive activities. The model has been successfully demonstrated for Village Gorad, District Thane, Maharashtra, India. The results show that the sustainability of the project can be assured by initiating productive activities in the remote communities.
1) Jain Irrigation Systems (JISL) reported 27% year-over-year revenue growth to Rs726 crore for the first quarter of FY2011, which was slightly ahead of estimates.
2) EBITDA margin of 23% exceeded expectations and adjusted profit after tax grew 52% year-over-year despite being 9% below estimates.
3) The micro irrigation systems and PVC sheet segments saw particularly strong growth of 44% and 61% respectively during the quarter, driving overall results.
Balrampur Chini Mills reported a weak 3QSY2010 with net sales flat at Rs540cr and PAT declining 83% to Rs11cr. This was due to a 51% drop in EBITDA to Rs64cr caused by higher cane costs, which increased 50% YoY, and greater contribution from lower margin levy sales. While sugar volumes fell 19% YoY, distillery realizations declined 15% due to higher inventory levels. The company expects sugar prices to remain under pressure in the near term from higher global supplies. Management believes restoring import duties on sugar could support domestic prices going forward.
Gujarat Gas reported a 2.1% quarter-on-quarter increase in net operating income to Rs419 crore for 2QCY2010, with net profit increasing 21.5% year-over-year to Rs58 crore. EBITDA margin declined 270 basis points sequentially to 22.3% due to a decrease in the gross gas spread. Average gas sales volumes grew 2.1% quarter-on-quarter and 19.3% year-over-year. While top-line growth met expectations, bottom-line was marginally below estimates due to lower-than-expected EBITDA. Supply constraints are receding with improving domestic gas availability and subdued RLNG prices, supporting future volume
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd. (BPCL) is India's second largest oil marketing company. The document provides an overview of BPCL's group performance in FY 2010-11 including physical and financial highlights. Key points include BPCL achieving a market sales volume of 29.27 MMT, crude throughput of 21.78 MMT, and profit after tax of Rs. 1547 crore. It also summarizes BPCL's retail strategies such as expanding outlets and market share growth in auto fuels. Major projects completed by BPCL include the Kochi CEMP expansion and Bina dispatch terminal to produce fuels meeting Euro III-IV standards.
Bharat Petroleum Investor presentation q4 - 2nd june 2011Bharat Petroleum
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd. (BPCL) is India's second largest oil marketing company. The document provides an overview of BPCL's group performance in FY 2010-11 including physical and financial highlights. Key points include BPCL achieving a market sales volume of 29.27 MMT, crude throughput of 21.78 MMT, and profit after tax of Rs. 1547 crore. It also summarizes BPCL's retail strategies such as expanding outlets in rural areas and on highways to increase its market share of motor spirit and diesel. Major projects completed by BPCL include the Kochi CEMP expansion to produce fuels meeting Euro III-IV standards.
Sintex Industries reported strong revenue and profit growth of 29.0% and 54.0% respectively for the second quarter of FY2011, significantly above analyst estimates. Growth was led by the high margin monolithic segment and international subsidiaries. The working capital cycle remained stretched during the quarter due to higher billing from the monolithic segment. Management reiterated its positive outlook for domestic plastic demand and guided potential acquisition in the monolithic segment for the second half of FY2011. Analysts maintain an 'Accumulate' rating on the stock with a revised target price of Rs. 458.
1) The document discusses factors influencing environmental concern and green trends in business, including global warming, recycling, and eco-friendly products.
2) It analyzes the market for a bottled water company considering environmental values, including market size, competitors, and strategies around positioning, pricing, and promotion.
3) Recommendations are provided around developing a green brand identity and marketing strategy focused on sustainability and social responsibility messages.
Biocat held a workshop entitled Fostering internationalization (II): China on 25 January 2013 in Barcelona, featuring Gao Ronghui, a life sciences consultant with extensive experience in technology transfer, fund raising and access to the Chinese market.
More information at: http://www.biocat.cat/en/news/biotechnology-internationalization-china
3 q07 financial and operating results presentationEquatorial
In the 3Q07:
- Billed energy increased 12% year-over-year and losses decreased slightly.
- Net revenue increased 5.3% to R$635.4 million for the 9M07 and EBITDA grew 13.5% to R$275.3 million.
- Productivity gains were achieved as the PMSO/customer ratio fell 9.6% and customers/employee ratio rose 4.7%.
Grasim Industries reported a 22.7% year-over-year decline in adjusted net profit for the first quarter of fiscal year 2011 to Rs575 crore. The results were impacted by a 27% decline in operating profit for the company's cement division to Rs1,089 crore due to excess supply in southern and western regions. However, the company's viscose staple fiber division continued to perform well with a 54% year-over-year growth in operating profit to Rs304 crore. Going forward, the company's 60.3% subsidiary Ultratech Cement will be the key driver of its cement interests following the merger of Ultratech and Samruddhi Cement effective August
EDP Energias do Brasil reported its 2Q09 results. Key highlights include: 4%
- EBITDA of R$344 million and net income of R$213 million
- Energy volume sold by generation business up 29% year-over-year 18%
- Unveiling of full commercial operations at Santa Fé SHP
- Net revenue fell 1% due to elimination of Enersul figures 78%
- Manageable expenses down 12% for the sixth quarter in a row
- Approval and signature of long-term financing for Pecém I project
Bonds
BNDES/IDB
The presentation provides financial and operational details on EDP
ACC reported a 26.1% year-over-year decline in net profit for 2QCY2010 due to a 2.9% decline in net sales, flat realizations, and increased operating expenses. Operating profit declined 23% year-over-year as margins fell from 37.1% to 29.4% due to higher raw material, freight, and power costs. Going forward, realizations are expected to remain under pressure in 2010 due to ACC's exposure in the southern region, but margins may improve marginally in 2011. At current levels, the stock is considered fairly priced and the analyst maintains a Neutral outlook.
Business Permits and Licensing System (BPLS) Client Satisfaction SurveyArangkada Philippines
The survey received 763 responses from businesses around the country regarding their experience with acquiring business permits. The majority of respondents were from Regions 5, 7, NCR, CAR and 10. Most respondents applied to renew their permits rather than for new permits. Over 90% of respondents were from micro or small businesses and over 95% were Filipino owned. Most respondents reported it took between 1 to 5 days to acquire their permits and that the process required 6 or more steps and signatories. While most paid fees between PHP 1,001 to PHP 10,000, 7% paid facilitation fees. Overall, the survey found that while the process takes several days for most, some areas still require facilitation fees to acquire permits.
IRJET- Analysis of Effect of Use of Rap in Bituminous ConcreteIRJET Journal
The document analyzes the effect of using reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP) in bituminous concrete. Laboratory tests were conducted on RAP samples collected from roads to evaluate properties like grading, residual binder content, and age. Bituminous mix samples were prepared with 25%, 30%, 35%, and 40% RAP using the Marshall method. Test results showed that mixes with 35% RAP performed similarly to virgin mixes and was the optimal percentage, reducing costs by 50% compared to using only fresh materials.
Jatropha Curcas Oil: A Future Source of BiodieselZK8
The document is a presentation on Jatropha curcas oil and its potential as a future source of biodiesel. It discusses India's growing dependence on imported crude oil and the need for an alternative fuel substitute. Jatropha is identified as a promising non-edible oilseed crop that can be grown in dry lands and produce oil for biodiesel production. The presentation covers Jatropha cultivation areas in India, biodiesel production methods from Jatropha oil, engine performance and emission characteristics of biodiesel blends, and concludes that biodiesel is a renewable and ecofriendly diesel substitute but is more prone to oxidation over time without proper stabilization additives.
GlaxoSmithKline Pharma reported lower-than-expected 2QCY2010 results with net sales of Rs. 498 cr, up 8.9% YoY, and net profit of Rs. 129 cr, up 3.7% YoY. Sales were impacted by supply constraints in the vaccine segment. While operating margins improved, other income declined by 28.9% YoY. Given the company's rich valuations trading at 31.5x CY2010 earnings, Angel Research maintains a Sell rating with a target price of Rs. 1,700.
- The document provides results for Eletropaulo for 3rd quarter 2004 including financial, operational and market performance.
- Key highlights were an 18.6% tariff adjustment, 21.9% increase in net revenue vs 3Q03, 24.7% increase in EBITDA vs 2Q04, and higher expenses related to energy purchases and sector charges offsetting some revenue gains.
- Debt levels increased with more long-term debt and foreign currency exposure hedged. Investment levels remained consistent with prior periods focused on maintenance and customer service.
- Energy consumption increased 10% vs 2Q04 and 20% vs 3Q03 due to tariff adjustments and market growth while retention of free consumers
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Authors: Febri Doni and Rizky Riscahya Pratama Syamsuri
Title: System of Rice Intensification in Indonesia: Research adoption and Opportunities
Presented at: The International Conference on System of Crop Intensification (SCI) for Climate-Smart Livelihood and Nutritional Security
Date: December 12-14, 2022
Venue: ICAR, Hyderabad, India
Author: Bancy Mati
Title: Improving Rice Production and Saving Water in Africa
Presented at: The International Conference on System of Crop Intensification for Climate-Smart Livelihood and Nutritional Security (ICSCI22)
Date: December 12-14 2022
Venue: ICAR, Hyderabad, India
Author: Lucy Fisher
Title: Overview of the System of Rice Intensification SRI Around the World
Presented at: The International Conference on The System of Crop Intensification (ICSCI22)
Date: December 12, 2022
This document summarizes research on using System of Rice Intensification (SRI) methods in Iraq to increase water savings and rice yields. The research found that using SRI with 3-day or 7-day intervals between irrigation used 50% and 72% less water than continuous submergence, and increased yields by 20% and 11% respectively. SRI with 3-day intervals also had the highest water productivity and net economic return, making it a promising strategy for Iraq's water-deficit conditions. The document recommends wider adoption of SRI through incentives, mechanization support, and collaboration with water user associations.
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Presentation at COP26, Glasgow, Scotland
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1. EVALUATION OF
THE SYSTEM OF RICE
INTENSIFICATION
IN BANGLADESH
Prof. A. M. Muazzam Husain
BRAC University, Dhaka, Bangladesh
WRRC, Tokyo-Tsukuba, Japan
November 4-7, 2004
2. What is SRI?
A system of irrigated rice crop management
to significantly increase production through
changes and integration of the management
of rice plants, soil, water and nutrients.
• Does not depend upon high-cost modern inputs
• Reduces farmers’ costs of production
• Helps make crop production more sustainable
and is environment friendly
• Easily accessible to resource-poor farmers
• Enhancement of food security
3. Relevance to Bangladesh
Rice is main staple crop – 75% of cropped area
High density of population – small farm size,
majority of farmers resource-poor
HYV adoption increased production – but yield
growth has leveled out, with reduced profitability
Hybrid rice and biotechnology may increase
productivity but dependent on high- cost inputs
Biotech is still a debatable technology, with
possible health and environmental risk
4. Rice Sector Needs of Bangladesh
Substantial & sustainable increase in yields –
to release land for high-value crops
Reduction in cost of production & increase
in profitability for farmers
Reduced requirement for high-cost inputs like
fertilizer, irrigation water, and insecticides
Environment- friendly sustainable agriculture
SRI has shown the potential to meet all of
these needs of the BD agricultural sector
5. SRI Trials in Bangladesh
Started in 1999 after Bellagio Conference
paper on SRI reached BD
Dept. of Agric. Extension (DAE) and NGOs
conducted initial trials in farmers’ fields
BRRI conducted on-station trials
Trials in farmers’ fields gave encouraging
results but BRRI on–station trials did not
Need for systematic evaluation -- PETRRA
funded 3 sub-projects carried out over two
consecutive Boro season trials (2002 – 2004)
6. Findings from PETRRA evaluations
Sub-Project 36 02
Implemented by 3 NGOs (BRAC, SAFE, POSD) and
a private company (Syngenta BD Ltd.)
Participatory trials conducted in farmers’ fields in
4 districts, 8 sub–districts (upazila): in 2002-03, N =
487 farmers; in 2003-04, N = 791 farmers (plus 237)
Results for both seasons were found encouraging:
• Number of participating farmers increased by
62% (111%) during second year
• Area under SRI increased by 91%
7. AGRONOMIC FINDINGS
Tillersper hill were 95% higher during 1st
season and 60% higher during 2nd
season than under FP
Effective tillers were 94% and 122%
higher during the 2 seasons respectively
Length of panicle 11% higher in both
seasons
Weight of 1000 grains 14% – 18% higher
10. Table 1. Yield gains of SRI over FP
Partners SRI yield gains SRI yield gains
2002-03 2003-04
(%) (%)
BRAC 37 30
POSD 21 25
SAFE 19 23
Syngenta 30 24
11. Fig. 3: Comparative net returns, 2002 - 03
SRI Farmers' practice
45262
42100
50000
38257
31865
40000
27765
24863
Net return (Tk/ha)
24120
30000
16655
20000
10000
0
BRAC POSD SAFE Syngenta
12. ECONOMIC EVALUATION
Because of reductions in the cost of
production while yield increased,
farmers’ net returns were increased –
more than 50% on average
13. Fig. 4: Comparative net returns, 2003 - 04
SRI Farmers' practice
51557
60000
44772
39801
50000
38124
Net return (Tk/ha)
40000
28238
25939
24584
18988
30000
20000
10000
0
BRAC POSD SAFE Syngenta
14. Table 2: Profitability increase with SRI
2002-03 2003-04
Partner Profitability Profitability
organisations gain with SRI gain with SRI
(%) (%)
BRAC 82 73
POSD 59 62
SAFE 32 35
Syngenta 67 59
15. Perceptions of farmers on SRI
No. of farmers and area under SRI increased
Farmers confirmed increased yield from SRI
Did not face any major pest/insect problems
Thought that healthier SRI plants were more
resistant to pests/insects
Larger no. of farmers used organic manure –
but needed training on preparing compost
Faced irrigation management problems –
these need community approach to solve
16. More perceptions of farmers on SRI
Partial SRI adoption was favored by many
farmers in some areas – accepting easier
practices such as early transplantation with
reduced no. of seedlings and wider spacing
Difficult practices included:
- applying compost or organic manure
- alternate drying and wetting of fields
However, even partial adoption had definite
positive effect on yield and profitability
17. Findings from Sub-Project 34 02
Implemented by BD Rice Research
Institute (BRRI) with local NGO partner
Trials were conducted in farmers’ fields
in one district (N = 20 farmers, then 35)
Results for both seasons were positive
– no detailed data on 2nd season
SRI results were found to be better
than both FP and BRRI practices
18. Table 3: Agronomic performance
Agronomic SRI BRRI FP
features
Panicles (m2) 296 270 226
Filled grains 78 65 52
per panicle
Grain wt per No significant difference
1000 grains
19. Table 4: Comparative yields, returns,
and BCR of SRI, BRRI and FP
Indicator SRI BRRI FP
Yield (t.ha-1) 6.03 5.79 4.06
Net returns (Tk 51,255 49,215 34,510
ha-1)
Benefit-cost 1.9 1.8 1.3
ratio (BCR)
20. SOCIO-ECONOMIC PERFORMANCE
SRI yields and net returns were 49%
higher than FP and 4% higher than BRRI
Farmers’ perceptions in the area toward
SRI were positive; also many farmers
started their own partial adoption of SRI
SRI was considered as specially suitable
for resource-poor farmers
21. Findings from Sub-Project 35 02
Implemented by BRRI with NGO partner
in three districts
Trials were conducted both on
research station and in farmers’ fields
(N = 32 farmers, and then 39 farmers)
SRI yields in one district were 17.5%
higher than under FP during 1st season
In 2nd season, SRI yields were 13% to
20% greater
22. Further Findings from Sub-Project 35 02
In the two other districts, 1st season
SRI yields were less than FP, but then
they were higher during the 2nd season
SRI costs were higher than FP in these
trials:
- Labour costs 19% higher
- Irrigation cost 33% higher
23. Summary of SP 35 02 Findings
Average net returns from SRI were similar to FP
Many of the SRI practices were followed incorrectly,
which affected the results
Farmers’ perception of SRI was reported to be mixed
However, farmer opinion was said to be universal in
favour of ‘improved practices’ (modified SRI)
DAE and other extension organizations working with
project are showing interest to disseminate SRI
Many local farmers have already started partial
adoption of SRI
Report recommends further field verification of SRI
24. SRI NATIONAL WORKSHOP, 2003
Seven papers presented - 3 by BRRI staff, and
4 by NGO/ DAE extension specialists
Two BRRI papers did not have much positive
to report, but the 3rd was highly encouraging
NGO/ DAE papers found encouraging results
Gap between views of scientists and extension
specialists was apparent
The farmers present expressed firmly positive
views on SRI
25. WORKSHOP RECOMMENDATIONS
Initiateintegrated and coordinated
approach to evaluation and extension
involving farmers, scientists and
extension workers ( GO/NGO)
Conduct further trials and experiments
on SRI to determine its potential in BD
Seek donor assistance for the above
26. Some Limitations of SRI and Evaluation
Trials were conducted for a short period
Lack of proper understanding of SRI
In some cases, faulty application was
made of SRI practices
Lack of organic manure
Problems faced in irrigation management
Proper weeding not done to save costs
Cost-effectiveness required in weeding
27. OVERALL FINDINGS ON SRI IN BD
Overall experience shows encouraging picture
Agronomic findings are favourable – with more tillers,
effective tillers, larger panicles, more filled grain, etc.
Grain quality was also found to be better
Yield increases were significant in most cases, up to
49% higher than yields with FP
Profitability was much higher, up to 82% more
Farmers’ perception was highly positive; many also
have adopted partial SRI on their own
Extension personnel (GO/NGO) have positive attitude
Some scientists have taken a positive attitude, some
others are still skeptical – no consensus
28. CONCLUSION
SRI has shown its potential for improving
yield and profits of farmers in Bangladesh
Gap still persists between results of
researchers on-station and farmers’ fields
Further trials and experimentation on various
aspects of SRI are needed
Government and donor support for more SRI
trials can be well justified
GO/NGO collaboration is also needed