Feed the future innovation lab for small-scale irrigation in Ghana: Opportuni...ILRI
Presented by Augustine Ayantunde, Amare Haileslassie, Alan Duncan, Naaminong Karbo at the Feed the Future Innovation lab for Small-scale Irrigation, Ghana Stakeholder Consultation, Tamale, Ghana, 15 April 2014
The use of sweet potato residues as feed in rural and peri-urban smallholder ...ILRI
Presented by D. Pezo, E.A. Ouma, M. Dione, P. Lule, B. Lukuyu, N. Carter and G. Kyalo at the Community of Practice (CoP) on Sweet potato Marketing, Processing and Utilization Meeting, Nairobi, 20 -21 May 2015
This document discusses the potential for potato to contribute to food security in South Asia's cereal-based cropping systems. It notes that over half of children in South Asia are stunted due to malnutrition. Potato is well-suited as a complement to cereals in the region's lowland areas. However, constraints include a lack of short-season, stress-tolerant varieties and seed production challenges. CIP's research strategy aims to develop "agile potato" varieties that are heat and virus resistant, with a 70-90 day growth cycle. It also focuses on strengthening national and regional frameworks to support potato, expanding markets including processing, and building capacity through partnerships across South Asia.
Status of pig farming in lohit district of Arunachal PradeshSanjit Maiti
This document summarizes the status of pig farming in Lohit District of Arunachal Pradesh. It provides information on why pig farming is important due to pigs' high feed conversion efficiency and ability to utilize a variety of feeds. It also notes pigs' prolific breeding and short generation interval. Population data is given showing a total of 14,753 pigs in the district, consisting of crossbred, indigenous, and total pigs in different circles. Supply chains are described for marketing of piglets, slaughter pigs, and pork. Key constraints to pig farming in the area are identified as lack of operating credit, inadequate farmer knowledge, insufficient quality piglet supply, inefficient marketing, low quality breeding stock, and poor extension programs.
This document discusses opportunities for increasing livestock production in Sri Lanka. It notes that Sri Lanka imports $1 billion worth of food annually, including milk and milk products. Livestock production has grown significantly for broiler and egg production but growth has been slower for milk, pork, and beef due to restrictions. The dry zone accounts for over 60% of livestock products but production decreases during cropping seasons due to lack of feed and grazing areas. The document proposes several ways forward, including mixed crop-livestock farming, youth employment in livestock businesses, pelletized feed, hydroponic fodder, and empowering rural women through livestock.
This document summarizes the status of food and nutrition security in Fiji. It provides data on agricultural crop and livestock production, fisheries production, major food imports and exports. Staple foods include rice, cassava and bread. While local production supplies many foods, over half of food imports are substituted by imports. The University of the South Pacific conducts assessments and audits to inform policy on strengthening the agriculture-nutrition nexus to improve food and nutrition outcomes in Fiji.
Presented by Muhammad Farooq Tareen at the Workshop on transforming livelihoods in South Asia through sustainable livestock research and development, Kathmandu, Nepal, 13-14 November 2018
Improving the utilization of sweetpotato and other roots and tuber crop resid...ILRI
Presented by Danilo Pezo, Peter Lule, and Gerald Kyalo at the Workshop on Improving the Utilisation of Sweet Potato and other Roots and Tuber Crop Residues for Pig Feeds in Uganda, Kampala, Uganda, 11 February 2015.
Feed the future innovation lab for small-scale irrigation in Ghana: Opportuni...ILRI
Presented by Augustine Ayantunde, Amare Haileslassie, Alan Duncan, Naaminong Karbo at the Feed the Future Innovation lab for Small-scale Irrigation, Ghana Stakeholder Consultation, Tamale, Ghana, 15 April 2014
The use of sweet potato residues as feed in rural and peri-urban smallholder ...ILRI
Presented by D. Pezo, E.A. Ouma, M. Dione, P. Lule, B. Lukuyu, N. Carter and G. Kyalo at the Community of Practice (CoP) on Sweet potato Marketing, Processing and Utilization Meeting, Nairobi, 20 -21 May 2015
This document discusses the potential for potato to contribute to food security in South Asia's cereal-based cropping systems. It notes that over half of children in South Asia are stunted due to malnutrition. Potato is well-suited as a complement to cereals in the region's lowland areas. However, constraints include a lack of short-season, stress-tolerant varieties and seed production challenges. CIP's research strategy aims to develop "agile potato" varieties that are heat and virus resistant, with a 70-90 day growth cycle. It also focuses on strengthening national and regional frameworks to support potato, expanding markets including processing, and building capacity through partnerships across South Asia.
Status of pig farming in lohit district of Arunachal PradeshSanjit Maiti
This document summarizes the status of pig farming in Lohit District of Arunachal Pradesh. It provides information on why pig farming is important due to pigs' high feed conversion efficiency and ability to utilize a variety of feeds. It also notes pigs' prolific breeding and short generation interval. Population data is given showing a total of 14,753 pigs in the district, consisting of crossbred, indigenous, and total pigs in different circles. Supply chains are described for marketing of piglets, slaughter pigs, and pork. Key constraints to pig farming in the area are identified as lack of operating credit, inadequate farmer knowledge, insufficient quality piglet supply, inefficient marketing, low quality breeding stock, and poor extension programs.
This document discusses opportunities for increasing livestock production in Sri Lanka. It notes that Sri Lanka imports $1 billion worth of food annually, including milk and milk products. Livestock production has grown significantly for broiler and egg production but growth has been slower for milk, pork, and beef due to restrictions. The dry zone accounts for over 60% of livestock products but production decreases during cropping seasons due to lack of feed and grazing areas. The document proposes several ways forward, including mixed crop-livestock farming, youth employment in livestock businesses, pelletized feed, hydroponic fodder, and empowering rural women through livestock.
This document summarizes the status of food and nutrition security in Fiji. It provides data on agricultural crop and livestock production, fisheries production, major food imports and exports. Staple foods include rice, cassava and bread. While local production supplies many foods, over half of food imports are substituted by imports. The University of the South Pacific conducts assessments and audits to inform policy on strengthening the agriculture-nutrition nexus to improve food and nutrition outcomes in Fiji.
Presented by Muhammad Farooq Tareen at the Workshop on transforming livelihoods in South Asia through sustainable livestock research and development, Kathmandu, Nepal, 13-14 November 2018
Improving the utilization of sweetpotato and other roots and tuber crop resid...ILRI
Presented by Danilo Pezo, Peter Lule, and Gerald Kyalo at the Workshop on Improving the Utilisation of Sweet Potato and other Roots and Tuber Crop Residues for Pig Feeds in Uganda, Kampala, Uganda, 11 February 2015.
Pulses are an important source of protein in India. While India is the world's largest producer and consumer of pulses, production and per capita availability have been declining in recent years. The main pulses grown are chickpeas, green grams, black grams, red grams, and lentils. Madhya Pradesh is the leading producer, while yields are generally lower than the global average. Improving production, yields, and farmer education are needed to address India's pulses issues.
Presentation during the Bureau of Agricultural Research (BAR) Seminar Series on May 30, 2019 at RDMIC Bldg., cor. Visayas Ave., Elliptical Rd., Diliman, Quezon City
Opportunities for feeding forages to pigs in UgandaILRI
Poster by Brigitte L. Maass, Jolly M. Kabirizi, Danilo Pezo, Natalie Carter, Emily Ouma, Emmanuel Zziwa and Wanjiku L. Chiuri. 2014. Opportunities for feeding forages to pigs in Uganda. Poster presented at Tropentage 2014, Prague, Czech Republic, 17-19 September 2014.
STATUS OF PULSES ECONOMY IN INDIA: A LONG TERM VISION FOR PROMOTION OF PULSES Dr. Avinash S Naik
This document discusses the pulses sector in India. It provides information on:
1) Classification and production shares of major pulses grown in India like pigeonpea, chickpea, mungbean.
2) India's status as the largest producer and consumer of pulses with increasing imports to meet demand.
3) Details on area, production and productivity of pulses in India and challenges in improving low yields.
4) Role of the dal mill industry in processing pulses and challenges around raw material availability.
CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE Anjum Ali Buttar
This document provides an overview of agriculture in Pakistan, including its challenges and opportunities for sustainable development. Some key points:
- Agriculture is a major sector, contributing 19.5% to GDP and employing 42.3% of the labor force. Livestock makes up 58% of agricultural GDP.
- Pakistan faces challenges like low adoption of technology, climate change impacts, and decreasing agricultural land. However, opportunities exist like fertile land, proximity to markets, and strong research institutions.
- New technologies like improved seeds, mechanization, and irrigation methods can boost yields and diversification toward high-value crops presents opportunities for the future of Pakistani agriculture.
Pulses consumption for economic, social and human well-being: Lessons learne...ExternalEvents
http://www.fao.org/globalsoilpartnership/en/
This presentation was presentaed during the seminar Soils & Pulses: symbiosis for life that took place at FAO HQ on 19 Apr 2016. it was made by Federica Servili and it presents the lessons learned in Malawi on pulses consumption.
www.fao.org/pulses-2016/en/ International Year of Pulses - Global Dialogue - The IYP Action Plan: major outputs - Vikas Rawal, Professor, Centre for Economic Studies and Planning, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi
Global Pulse Scenario: Consumption, Production and TradeICARDA
Global pulse consumption is increasing but per capita consumption is declining. Production is around 72 million tons annually from 80 million hectares, with the top five pulses (dry beans, chickpeas, dry peas, cowpeas, and lentils) accounting for about 80% of production. Yields are increasing in developed countries but stagnant in developing countries, where most pulses are grown. Trade in pulses is growing and around 12 million tons annually, with developed countries exporting 65% and developing countries importing 82%. Future outlook predicts global pulse demand to increase by 10-23% by 2030, requiring a doubling of yields or additional area to meet demand.
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Role of Poultry in alleviating the poverty and malnutrition in IndiaBalaraj BL
This document summarizes information from a seminar on major credit and poverty in India. It discusses poverty levels among social groups and occupations. It also provides statistics on malnutrition, agriculture contribution to GDP, land holding patterns, poultry production statistics, and the role of the poultry sector in nutrition, poverty reduction, and employment. Challenges for small scale poultry farmers are also outlined.
Livestock and poultry sectors in pakistan (2)Farooq Tareen
This document provides information about the livestock sector in Pakistan. It notes that livestock contributes 11.4% to Pakistan's GDP and 53.2% to the agricultural GDP. The sector employs over 35 million people. Pakistan is home to important cattle and buffalo breeds. The main livestock populations are cattle, buffalo, sheep, and goats. The document outlines the distribution of these populations across Pakistan's provinces and trends over time. It also discusses the dairy, poultry, and meat industries and marketing in Pakistan as well as the government structures that support the livestock sector.
1) The document discusses egg production in Quetta District, Balochistan, Pakistan. It provides statistics on the number of layer farms and layers in the district, as well as daily egg production and consumption.
2) There are approximately 25-30 layer farms in Quetta District with a total of 275,000-280,000 layers. The daily egg production is 190,000-200,000 eggs. Daily consumption in the district is 500,000-600,000 eggs so additional eggs are received daily from Karachi.
3) The author concludes with suggestions to improve productivity, including adopting new technologies, providing subsidies, improving infrastructure, and enhancing extension services and research.
The document provides information on the current status of the poultry industry globally and in India. Some key points:
- Globally, poultry meat production is projected to grow 2.3% annually until 2023 to 134.5 million tonnes, making it the largest meat sector.
- In India, the poultry industry contributes Rs. 11 lakh crore annually and is the 3rd largest egg producer and 5th largest broiler meat producer worldwide.
- Telangana is a major poultry producer in India, with an annual broiler production of 20 crore and egg production of 3.2 crore. The industry provides employment and economic opportunities.
This document discusses livestock development prospects and initiatives in Balochistan province of Pakistan. It outlines the province's potential in animal health, genetic improvement, veterinary education, food security, and poverty alleviation. Plans and initiatives discussed include prevention and control of animal diseases, eradication of viral diseases, awareness of zoonotic diseases, conservation and genetic improvement of pure breeds, development of the dairy industry, promotion of poultry farming, research in the livestock sector, and women's empowerment through rural poultry production and veterinary services. The document also provides background on the history and development of the livestock sector in Balochistan.
Transforming livelihoods in South Asia through sustainable livestock research...ILRI
Presented by N.R. Sarker at the Workshop on transforming livelihoods in South Asia through sustainable livestock research and development, Kathmandu, Nepal, 13-14 November 2018
Presented by Ben Lukuyu and Michael Blummel, ILRI, at the Workshop on Identifying Investment Opportunities for Livestock Feed Resources Development in the Eastern Africa Sub-Region, ILRI Addis, 13-15 December 2017
Sweetpotato silage making for pig feed in ugandaILRI
Poster prepared by Michel Dione for the CGIAR Research Program on Roots, Tubers and Bananas Annual Meeting, Entebbe, Uganda, 29 September-3 October 2014
Farming systems analysis—Ghana and Maliafrica-rising
This document summarizes a presentation on farming systems analysis in Ghana and Mali. It discusses entry points for sustainable intensification like reducing yield gaps in crops and livestock. It emphasizes the need for integrated, context-specific analysis done through on-farm testing and engagement with local communities. Methodologies discussed include creating structural and functional typologies of farms through surveys and rapid characterization. Case studies from Ghana and Mali analyze differences in farm resources, production orientation, and income sources to group farms into types. Systems modeling and trade-off analysis are used to explore alternatives to current farm configurations.
Pulses are an important source of protein in India. While India is the world's largest producer and consumer of pulses, production and per capita availability have been declining in recent years. The main pulses grown are chickpeas, green grams, black grams, red grams, and lentils. Madhya Pradesh is the leading producer, while yields are generally lower than the global average. Improving production, yields, and farmer education are needed to address India's pulses issues.
Presentation during the Bureau of Agricultural Research (BAR) Seminar Series on May 30, 2019 at RDMIC Bldg., cor. Visayas Ave., Elliptical Rd., Diliman, Quezon City
Opportunities for feeding forages to pigs in UgandaILRI
Poster by Brigitte L. Maass, Jolly M. Kabirizi, Danilo Pezo, Natalie Carter, Emily Ouma, Emmanuel Zziwa and Wanjiku L. Chiuri. 2014. Opportunities for feeding forages to pigs in Uganda. Poster presented at Tropentage 2014, Prague, Czech Republic, 17-19 September 2014.
STATUS OF PULSES ECONOMY IN INDIA: A LONG TERM VISION FOR PROMOTION OF PULSES Dr. Avinash S Naik
This document discusses the pulses sector in India. It provides information on:
1) Classification and production shares of major pulses grown in India like pigeonpea, chickpea, mungbean.
2) India's status as the largest producer and consumer of pulses with increasing imports to meet demand.
3) Details on area, production and productivity of pulses in India and challenges in improving low yields.
4) Role of the dal mill industry in processing pulses and challenges around raw material availability.
CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE Anjum Ali Buttar
This document provides an overview of agriculture in Pakistan, including its challenges and opportunities for sustainable development. Some key points:
- Agriculture is a major sector, contributing 19.5% to GDP and employing 42.3% of the labor force. Livestock makes up 58% of agricultural GDP.
- Pakistan faces challenges like low adoption of technology, climate change impacts, and decreasing agricultural land. However, opportunities exist like fertile land, proximity to markets, and strong research institutions.
- New technologies like improved seeds, mechanization, and irrigation methods can boost yields and diversification toward high-value crops presents opportunities for the future of Pakistani agriculture.
Pulses consumption for economic, social and human well-being: Lessons learne...ExternalEvents
http://www.fao.org/globalsoilpartnership/en/
This presentation was presentaed during the seminar Soils & Pulses: symbiosis for life that took place at FAO HQ on 19 Apr 2016. it was made by Federica Servili and it presents the lessons learned in Malawi on pulses consumption.
www.fao.org/pulses-2016/en/ International Year of Pulses - Global Dialogue - The IYP Action Plan: major outputs - Vikas Rawal, Professor, Centre for Economic Studies and Planning, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi
Global Pulse Scenario: Consumption, Production and TradeICARDA
Global pulse consumption is increasing but per capita consumption is declining. Production is around 72 million tons annually from 80 million hectares, with the top five pulses (dry beans, chickpeas, dry peas, cowpeas, and lentils) accounting for about 80% of production. Yields are increasing in developed countries but stagnant in developing countries, where most pulses are grown. Trade in pulses is growing and around 12 million tons annually, with developed countries exporting 65% and developing countries importing 82%. Future outlook predicts global pulse demand to increase by 10-23% by 2030, requiring a doubling of yields or additional area to meet demand.
My best effort is to collect good information for students,and then provide them as like. so follow me and aso provide me your good feedbecks in comments bar.
thank you all!
Role of Poultry in alleviating the poverty and malnutrition in IndiaBalaraj BL
This document summarizes information from a seminar on major credit and poverty in India. It discusses poverty levels among social groups and occupations. It also provides statistics on malnutrition, agriculture contribution to GDP, land holding patterns, poultry production statistics, and the role of the poultry sector in nutrition, poverty reduction, and employment. Challenges for small scale poultry farmers are also outlined.
Livestock and poultry sectors in pakistan (2)Farooq Tareen
This document provides information about the livestock sector in Pakistan. It notes that livestock contributes 11.4% to Pakistan's GDP and 53.2% to the agricultural GDP. The sector employs over 35 million people. Pakistan is home to important cattle and buffalo breeds. The main livestock populations are cattle, buffalo, sheep, and goats. The document outlines the distribution of these populations across Pakistan's provinces and trends over time. It also discusses the dairy, poultry, and meat industries and marketing in Pakistan as well as the government structures that support the livestock sector.
1) The document discusses egg production in Quetta District, Balochistan, Pakistan. It provides statistics on the number of layer farms and layers in the district, as well as daily egg production and consumption.
2) There are approximately 25-30 layer farms in Quetta District with a total of 275,000-280,000 layers. The daily egg production is 190,000-200,000 eggs. Daily consumption in the district is 500,000-600,000 eggs so additional eggs are received daily from Karachi.
3) The author concludes with suggestions to improve productivity, including adopting new technologies, providing subsidies, improving infrastructure, and enhancing extension services and research.
The document provides information on the current status of the poultry industry globally and in India. Some key points:
- Globally, poultry meat production is projected to grow 2.3% annually until 2023 to 134.5 million tonnes, making it the largest meat sector.
- In India, the poultry industry contributes Rs. 11 lakh crore annually and is the 3rd largest egg producer and 5th largest broiler meat producer worldwide.
- Telangana is a major poultry producer in India, with an annual broiler production of 20 crore and egg production of 3.2 crore. The industry provides employment and economic opportunities.
This document discusses livestock development prospects and initiatives in Balochistan province of Pakistan. It outlines the province's potential in animal health, genetic improvement, veterinary education, food security, and poverty alleviation. Plans and initiatives discussed include prevention and control of animal diseases, eradication of viral diseases, awareness of zoonotic diseases, conservation and genetic improvement of pure breeds, development of the dairy industry, promotion of poultry farming, research in the livestock sector, and women's empowerment through rural poultry production and veterinary services. The document also provides background on the history and development of the livestock sector in Balochistan.
Transforming livelihoods in South Asia through sustainable livestock research...ILRI
Presented by N.R. Sarker at the Workshop on transforming livelihoods in South Asia through sustainable livestock research and development, Kathmandu, Nepal, 13-14 November 2018
Presented by Ben Lukuyu and Michael Blummel, ILRI, at the Workshop on Identifying Investment Opportunities for Livestock Feed Resources Development in the Eastern Africa Sub-Region, ILRI Addis, 13-15 December 2017
Sweetpotato silage making for pig feed in ugandaILRI
Poster prepared by Michel Dione for the CGIAR Research Program on Roots, Tubers and Bananas Annual Meeting, Entebbe, Uganda, 29 September-3 October 2014
Farming systems analysis—Ghana and Maliafrica-rising
This document summarizes a presentation on farming systems analysis in Ghana and Mali. It discusses entry points for sustainable intensification like reducing yield gaps in crops and livestock. It emphasizes the need for integrated, context-specific analysis done through on-farm testing and engagement with local communities. Methodologies discussed include creating structural and functional typologies of farms through surveys and rapid characterization. Case studies from Ghana and Mali analyze differences in farm resources, production orientation, and income sources to group farms into types. Systems modeling and trade-off analysis are used to explore alternatives to current farm configurations.
Soybean grain yield responses to integrated soil fertility managementafrica-rising
The document summarizes research on the effect of integrated soil fertility management techniques on soybean grain yield in Ghana. It found that:
1) The early-maturing soybean entry "Anidaso" produced significantly higher yields than other varieties tested, while the late-maturing variety "Sonda" produced significantly lower yields.
2) Applying nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium fertilizers together with rhizobium inoculation resulted in significantly higher grain yields than using inoculation alone for both early- and late-maturing soybean entries.
3) The research concludes that soybean production in Ghana can be intensified by planting inoculated seeds of high-yielding varieties like "Anidaso",
Biophysical characterization of watersheds in northern Ghana africa-rising
Poster prepared by Davie Kadyampakeni, Fred Kizito, Asamoah Larbi, Benjamin Ghansah and Richard Appoh for the AfrIca RISING West Africa Review and Planning Meeting, Accra, 30 March-1 April 2016
Africa RISING West Africa Project—The history and where we are todayafrica-rising
The Africa RISING West Africa Project began in 2011 with brainstorming meetings to plan farming systems intensification projects in Ghana and Mali. An inception workshop in 2012 established the research framework and approach. Africa RISING was launched as a 5-year research program with 3 regional projects in West Africa, Eastern and Southern Africa, and the Ethiopian Highlands. The goal is to create pathways for smallholders to move out of poverty through sustainable intensification. Field activities began in 2012 in Ghana and Mali, with research focusing on crop-livestock systems. Challenges implementing the first years included delays establishing baselines and integrating partner organizations.
Opportunities of emerging feed market in northern Ghanaafrica-rising
Poster prepared by S.P. Konlan, A.A. Ayantunde, F.K. Avornyo, W. Addah and H.K. Dei for the AfrIca RISING West Africa Review and Planning Meeting, Accra, 30 March–1 April 2016Poster prepared by S.P. Konlan, A.A. Ayantunde, F.K. Avornyo, W. Addah and H.K. Dei for the AfrIca RISING West Africa Review and Planning Meeting, Accra, 30 March–1 April 2016
Africa RISING Monitoring and Evaluation activities in West Africaafrica-rising
The Africa RISING Monitoring and Evaluation activities in West Africa aim to transform agricultural systems through sustainable intensification. Key activities include on-farm trials of new technology combinations and institutional improvements. The project focuses on cereal farming systems in West Africa. Expected results include higher productivity, reduced environmental impacts, and improved natural resources. Current monitoring efforts include field visits in Mali and Ghana. Key performance indicators track hectares under improved practices, farmers applying new technologies, and individuals receiving training. Additional customized indicators track early warning signs like rainfall and food prices. Ensuring high quality data is important for evaluating and improving the project over time.
Strip cropping effect on yield of maize, cowpea and groundnut in northern Ghanaafrica-rising
Poster prepared by Larbi, A., Addul Rahman, N. and Hoeschle-Zeledon, I. for the AfrIca RISING West Africa Review and Planning Meeting, Accra, 30 March–1 April 2016
Integrated soil fertility management affect profitability of soybean in north...africa-rising
Poster prepared by Larbi, A., AddulRahman, N., Kotu, B., Hoeschle-Zeledon, I., Akakpo, D.B. and Mellon S.B. for the AfrIca RISING West Africa Review and Planning Meeting, Accra, 30 March–1 April 2016
Water, land and soil management strategies to intensify cereal-legume farming...africa-rising
Poster prepared by Fred Kizito, Davie Kadyampakeni, Asamoah Larbi, Eliasu Salifu and Abdul Rahman Nurudeen for the AfrIca RISING West Africa Review and Planning Meeting, Accra, 30 March–1 April 2016
Comparative yield performance and fodder quality of Napier grass in northern ...africa-rising
Poster prepared by T. Ansah, D. Kadyampakeni, C. Shedrack and A. Nurudeen for the AfrIca RISING West Africa Review and Planning Meeting, Accra, 30 March-1 April 2016
Supporting farmer-managed seed enterprises in Mali—FARMSEMafrica-rising
1. The document discusses farmer-managed seed enterprises in Mali called FARMSEM that were established to improve availability and use of seeds of new varieties of pearl millet and sorghum.
2. In 2013-2014, FARMSEM trained seed cooperatives in seed production, marketing, and management. They conducted variety trials and sold over 8,000 kg of certified seed locally.
3. Plans for 2015 include further diversifying seed and tree nursery options, an information campaign on integrated Striga and soil management, and facilitating trials to test new varieties.
Assessment of the dairy cattle feeding systems in East AfricaILRI
Presentation by B. Lukuyu, A. Duncan and I. Baltenweck for the 5th All Africa Conference on Animal Agriculture and the 18th Annual Meeting of the Ethiopian Society of Animal Production (ESAP), Addis Ababa, October 25-28, 2010.
van Asten P. 2014. Implementing Climate-Smart Agriculture. Copenhagen, Denmark: CGIAR Research Program on Climate Change, Agriculture and Food Security.
Contents:
1. CCAFS – what we do
2. What is CSA in the African context
3. Best bet CSA technologies
4. CSA services and approaches
5. How can we identify the priorities?
6. Collaborative possibilities
Adverse Weather Conditions and Cattle Farming: A case study on impacts of adv...Muslim Aid
This research was done by our group social science group members. Thank u very much to my colleagues to accept me a part of this research.
Mukkashif Muhaideen,
Faculty of Agriculture,
University Of Ruhuna
Livestock goods - Pathways out of poverty: experiences from South AsiaILRI
1) Livestock, especially small ruminants like goats and sheep, provide an important source of livelihood for small farmers in South and Southeast Asia.
2) Developing the dairy industry through livestock development programs that promote crossbreeding of indigenous cattle can generate income, improve food security, and help lift families out of poverty.
3) Such programs aim to transition farmers away from unproductive livestock herds toward smaller herds of high-yielding cattle, and encourage sustainable practices like stall-feeding and fodder cultivation.
Transforming livestock farming: Key elements for medium scale enterprisesILRI
Presented by Jimmy Smith, at the 9th International conference on appropriate technology Workshop: appropriate technology for medium-scale farmers, Virtual, 23 November 2020
Innovative use of conventional and new technologies to unravel breed options ...ILRI
Presented by J.M.K. Ojango, R. Mrode and A.M. Okeyo at the 1st World Congress on Innovations for Livestock Development: Fostering Innovations for the Livestock Industry, Nakuru, Kenya, 26–30 June 2016
Sustainable Use of Animal Genetic Resources - Examples from Uganda & RwandaSIANI
This presentation was held by Donald R. Kugonza at the interntional seminar 'Livestock Resources for Food Security in the Light of Climate Change' co-hosted by SIANI and SLU Global in Uppsala on the 11th of March 2016.
Animal breeding for reduced poverty and improved food security in developing ...ILRI
Presented by Karen Marshall at the John Vercoe Memorial Lecture on the Association for Animal Breeding and Genetics (AAABG) Conference, Australia, 28-30 September 2015
Achieving Agenda 2030: Livestock research and the transformation of small-sca...ILRI
1) Global demand for meat, milk, and eggs is rising rapidly in developing countries, where smallholders currently produce much of the supply.
2) Transforming smallholder livestock production into a more productive and resilient system can help achieve several UN Sustainable Development Goals and benefit women and youth.
3) Livestock research plays a key role in this transformation by developing solutions to improve productivity, health, feeding, and management practices for smallholder farmers.
New dryland legume and cereal varieties for genetic intensification in semi-a...africa-rising
Poster prepared by Wills Munthali, Peter Ngowi, Elirehema Swai, James Mwololo, Bekunda Mateete and Patrick Okori for the Africa RISING ESA Project Review and Planning Meeting, Lilongwe, Malawi, 3–5 October 2018.
NEADAP Forage Scan of East Africa Presentation 13 August 2019ProDairy E.A. Ltd
The document summarizes constraints facing the forage sub-sector in East Africa and provides recommendations. Common constraints include low forage quality, lack of seeds and planting materials, and seasonality issues. Forage quality is often low due to high fiber content and low protein levels. Seed availability is limited by few varieties and poor distribution systems. Seasonality is a challenge due to rain dependence and lack of preservation methods. Recommendations include improving forage quality through better species, fertilization, and cutting stages. Increased availability and accessibility of high-quality seeds is also recommended along with rainwater harvesting and forage preservation. Overall recommendations emphasize developing a full package of knowledge and skills for farmers from seed to feed to milk production.
Livestock research contributions to the Sustainable Development GoalsILRI
This document summarizes how livestock research from ILRI and CGIAR contributes to achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals. It discusses four pathways through which livestock help meet all the SDGs: economic growth, equitable livelihoods, nutrition and health, and sustainable ecosystems. It provides examples of how livestock build economies, provide livelihoods especially for women and the poor, deliver essential nutrients, and can be produced sustainably. The document emphasizes that livestock research with the end goals in mind can significantly help achieve the SDGs in Southeast Asia and globally through improved productivity, management practices, and partnerships.
A N Sinha Institute of Social Science (ANSISS), and the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) organized a one day consulation on
‘A Food Secure Bihar: Challenges and Way Forward’ on August 06, 2014 at ANSISS, Patna, Bihar.
You are aware that National Food Security Act (NFSA) has been enacted with a view to ensure food security in India and Bihar is one of the state where ensuring food security is a major challenge. A better understanding of NFSA in the context of Bihar will be helpful for effective implementation of the NFSA. The main objective of the policy consultative workshop is to deliberate on the options and strategies for making NFSA efficient and effective in Bihar.
Global livestockproduction challenges in UgandaJoseph Kungu
This document summarizes the current status and future needs of livestock production in Uganda. It notes that livestock accounts for 53% of Uganda's agricultural assets and 30% of agricultural GDP. The major livestock systems in Uganda include intensive, semi-intensive, and extensive grazing depending on the region. Key obstacles to production are poor animal breeds, inadequate feeding and forages, animal diseases, and lack of infrastructure. Future needs include developing drought-resistant forages, improving animal nutrition through feed formulations, using biotechnology for vaccines and disease control, adopting DNA technologies for breeding, and strengthening market linkages.
- Global consumption and production of livestock products is projected to increase significantly by 2050, especially in Africa and the Middle East. Meat consumption is expected to increase 37% globally while milk consumption increases 61%.
- Livestock production systems in Africa are transitioning rapidly to more industrialized systems for monogastrics like pork and poultry, though over 30% will still be small-holder in 2050. Ruminant production will continue to rely on mixed crop-livestock systems.
- Animal diseases pose major constraints to Africa's livestock sector, resulting in high mortality rates and economic losses. As production intensifies, diseases may also increase unless addressed by improved vaccines, diagnostics, and delivery systems.
Importance of livestock and the technological and policy challenges facing th...ILRI
Presented by Michael Blϋmmel, Phil Toye, Okeyo Mwai, Ian Wright, Tom Randolph and Steve Staal at the Global feed and food congress, Sun City, South Africa, 10-12 April 2013
Similar to Africa RISING review of progress Ghana 2013 (20)
Africa RISING project implementation and contribution in Ethiopia. Presented at Africa RISING close-out event.
24-25 January 2023
ILRI campus- Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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Africa RISING review of progress Ghana 2013
1. Africa RISING
Review of Progress Ghana 2013
Asamoah Larbi, IITA
Africa RISING West Africa Review and Planning Meeting,
Bamako, Mali, 3-4 February 2014
2. Africa RISING – Program
Purpose of Africa RISING:
Provide pathways out of hunger and poverty for small holder families, especially for women
and children, through sustainably intensified farming systems that sufficiently improve
productivity, nutrition, and income security and conserve or enhance the natural resource
base
4. Africa RISING – Ghana: National partners
ARI
CBOs
CRI
FRI
GLDB
INSTI
KNUST
MOFA
MOH
SARI
SEEDPAG
SRI
UDS
UG
Animal Research Institute
Community-based Organizations
Crops Research Institute
Food Research Institute
Grains and Legumes Development Board
Institute for Scientific and Technological Information
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
Ministry of Food and Agriculture
Ministry of Health
Savanna Agricultural Research Institute
Seed Producers Association of Ghana
Soil Research Institute
University for Development Studies
University of Ghana
5. Africa RISING – Ghana: International partners
AVRDC
The World Vegetable Center
CIAT
International Center for Tropical Agriculture
ICRISAT
International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-arid Tropics
IITA
International Institute of Tropical Agriculture
ILRI
International Livestock Research Institute
IWMI
International Water Management Institute
6. Approach: Farming Systems Research
Characterization
Designing
Testing/Adapting
Diffusion
Extension Agent
Researcher
7. Africa RISING Research Outputs vrs. Stages in
Farming Systems Research
Africa RISING Research Outputs
Farming Systems Research Stages
Situation analysis
Farming systems characterization
Designing
Integrated systems development
Testing
Adapting
Scaling and delivery
Diffusion
17. Livestock – production constrains and solutions
Constrains to livestock production in the intervention communities and suggested solutions
Main problems
Suggested solutions
1. Poor housing
Support in cash for housing construction or housing package
2. High disease and mortality
3. Lack of improved breeds
4. Conflict with crops farmers
5. Inadequate feed
Confinement of animals to reduce exposure and better access to
veterinary services
Better management of the local breeds, buying the improved breeds
and the supply of these breeds in the form of support.
Confinement and herding of the flock
Collection and conservation of crops residue; subsidized concentrate
feeds and training in better feeding practices
6 Low prices offered by marketing agents 1.Formation of farmer groups to negotiate good prices for members;
and processors for animals
2.Weighing of animals and sell according to animals’ weight.
8. Lack water in the dry season
Construction of dug-outs and small reservoirs and supply of materials
for rain water harvesting.
9. Access to credit
Formation of farmers groups and cooperative to facilitate access to
credit and external support.
10. High cost of veterinary drags
Government subsidy and support from NGOs in form animal health
service package.
18. Africa RISING-Ghana: 2013 Work plan
Situation analysis (Research output 1)
1Community mobilization and innovation platforms
2Farming systems analysis
3Inventory of innovations
Leader
IITA
WUR
IITA
Integrated systems management (Research output 2)
4Improving cereal-legume systems
5Land management strategies
6Agricultural water management
7Improving cattle, sheep and goat production
8Intensifying rural pig and poultry production
9Improving farm household nutrition
IITA
CIAT
IWMI
ILRI
KNUST
GHS, FRI
Scaling and delivery (Research output 3)
10Comparison of delivery approaches
MoFA, UDS
20. Cereals – improved management effects on rice
Farmer practice
Improved practice
Filled grain (kg/ha)
8000
6000
4000
2000
0
1
2
3
4
Farmers
5
6
7
21. Vegetables: Okra fruit yield – farmers’ field day
NOKH1004
FV (Unn Manna)
NOKH1003
TZ-SMN-86
FV (Unn)
0
2
4
6
8
Fruit yield (t/ha)
10
12
22. Livestock – rural poultry and pigs
Tibali
Tingoli
Guo
Papu
Gia
60
50
60
50
40
30
20
10
50
40
30
20
40
30
20
10
Landless
Small
Medium
Wealth Category
Northern region
Large
10
0
0
•
•
•
•
% of the Household
70
% of the Household
% of the Household
60
Bonia
0
Landless
Small
Medium
Large
Wealth Category
Upper West region
Landless household: No land, no livestock;
Small household : < 3 acre of land & < 6 ruminant;
Medium Household: 3 – 10 acre of land & 6 – 30 ruminant;
Large Household: > 10 acre of land & > 30 ruminant
Landless
Small
Medium
Wealth Category
Upper East region
Large
24. Rural poultry and pig systems characterization
Regions
Communities
Bongo
Samboligo
Kassena-Nankana
Bonia, Gia
Nadowli-Kaleo
Goriyiri, Guo, Goli, Gy
illi
Wa West
Nato-Duori, Nyaggli
Savelugu-Nanton
Upper East
Districts
Jana, Libiga, Tibale,
Tolon-Kumbungu
Gbanjong,
Tibongnaayili, Kpirim,
Cheyohi
Upper West
Northern
25. Species of poultry reared by farmers (%)
Species
Upper East
Upper West
Northern
Guinea fowls
100
76.3
64.3
Chickens
Turkeys
Ducks
Pigeons
100
0
19.6
5.9
96.6
6.8
15.3
1.7
91.4
0
4.3
0
26. Poultry production systems and management practices (%)
System of production
Semi-intensive
Free Range
UER
100
0
UWR
94.9
5.1
NR
97.1
2.9
Mean
97.3
2.7
Housing
Mud
Wooden
Others
78.4
13.7
7.8
96.6
0
0
87.2
11.4
1.4
87.4
8.4
3.1
Feeding
Grains + scavenging
Feed + scavenging
Scavenging only
98
0
2
100
0
0
82.9
14.3
2.9
93.6
4.8
1.6
Breeding
Uncontrolled mating
Incub. & brood. by hen
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
UER: Upper East Region; UWR: Upper West Region; NR: Northern Region
27. Sale of poultry and uses of income (%)
UER
UWR
NR
Mean
Sale
No sale
94.1
5.9
89.8
10.2
97.1
2.9
93.7
6.3
Income (birds)
Income (eggs)
96.1
3.9
84.7
5.1
50
44.3
76.9
17.8
Buying of food
Paying of schools fees
Health-care
86.3
72.5
35.3
79.7
54.2
49.2
78.6
70
24.3
81.5
65.6
36.3
UER: Upper East Region; UWR: Upper West Region; NR: Northern Region
28. Poultry production constraints (%)
UER
UWR
NR
Mean
Pests and diseases
100
91.5
85.7
92.4
High keet mortality
78.4
69.5
68.6
72.2
Predation
82.4
69.5
61.4
71.1
Lack of knowledge
60.8
62.7
30
51.2
Feed shortage
56.9
62.7
25.7
48.4
UER: Upper East Region; UWR: Upper West Region; NR: Northern Region
29.
30.
31. Breeds of pigs reared and their sources (%)
Breeds
Upper East Upper West Northern
Exotic
Local
Crosses
14.6
78.2
6.2
Source of breeds
Local producers
Other producers
Breeding stations
Relative/friend
70.8
25
8.4
8.4
8.8
82.5
1.8
22.2
77.8
0
88.1
7.1
5.3
0
88.9
11
9
0
32.
33. Pig production systems and management practices (%)
Intensive
Semi-intensive
Extensive
Upper East
27.1
64.6
8.3
Upper West
7
77.2
8.8
Northern
88.9
11.1
0
Enclosed structures
Confinement
Partial confinement
97.9
22.9
64.6
68.4
5.3
70.2
100
100
0
Feeding
Complete feed only
Scavenging+Supplement
Scavenging only
23
35.4
8.3
24.6
64.9
1.8
100
0
0
Breeding
Uncontrolled mating
Controlled mating
100
0
100
0
0
100
System of production
Housing
40. Improving farm household nutrition
Problem – wasting and under weight high among children
Causes
Food insecurity
Mal-nutrition – poverty, food processing, feeding practices
Solutions
Improve quality food intake -crop varieties, livestock breeds
Diversification – production, diets
Processing – better cooking practices
41. Household nutrition survey
Provide baseline data
Study food consumption patterns
Nutritional status of children and caretakers
Document food processing and cooking methods
Mineral profiles of leafy vegetables
Design appropriate nutritional interventions
42. Stunting in children (0-60 months of age: HAZ score)
Severely
Moderately Marginally
Normal
n (%)
n (%)
n (%)
n (%)
Northern (n=201)
19 (9.5)
63 (31.3)
56 (27.9)
63 (31.3)
Upper West (n=149)
3 (2.0)
19 (12.8)
46 (30.9)
81 (54.4)
Upper East (n=146)
5 (3.4)
23 (15.8)
48 (32.9)
70 (47.9)
Total (N=496)
27 (5.4)
105 (21.2)
150 (30.2)
214 (43.1)
p-value= < 0.0001*
43. Nutritional status of children (0-60 months of age)
Percentage (%)
Malnourished
Nourished
100
80
60
40
20
0
Chayoli
Tibali
Zanko
Goli
Intervention community
Bonia
Sambulgu
49. Capacity building – graduate training
University of Ghana
MSc
3
PhD
0
Kwame Nkrumah Univ. of Science & Techn 1
2
University of Development Studies
1
0
Total
5
2
50. Looking ahead………..???????
Technology development versus socio-economics..????
Focus on farming systems research
Integration of activities
Small-scale mechanization and post-harvest losses….???
Value addition…???
51.
52. Africa Research in Sustainable Intensification for the Next Generation
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Cereal-legume intercropping: Groundnut, early and late millet sorghum and vegetables
11 farmers from four communities one was made to host a researcher managed on-farm trial. They were given inputs and technical backstopping
Good agricultural practices – land preparation, weed control, nitrogen application, land management
Diets of most rural people dominated by staples foods – millet, sorghum, rice and maize – low in micronutrients zinc and iron necessary to comback mal nutrition35% of children are stunted; 78% anaemic; Stunting, wasting and under weight – severe in the northern region due to food insecurity, chronic mal-nutrition; poverty, in appropriate food processing and feeding practices
The fact that 90% of the household produce their own food but dietary diversity score was 5.5, indicate that nutrition communication through behaviour change strategies (what they should eat and why they should eat it) and agricultural productivity – could increase household nutrition
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