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Innovation systems for agricultural development

An innovation systems approach to agricultural research can be better for sustainable development than a linear pipeline approach.

Source: IFPRI

22 May 2009 | EN

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Anticipating the drawbacks of biofuels

Growing biofuels requires careful consideration, particularly with regards to food security and livelihoods.

Source: IWMI

16 January 2009 | EN

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Putting adaptation at the heart of development

A four-step plan to help governments integrate adaptation to climate change into development planning and policy.

Source: IIED

11 December 2008 | EN

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People, deserts and drylands in the developing world

Growing dryland populations are depleting their natural resources, while increasingly-settled agriculture ignores the traditional knowledge needed to tackle future uncertainties, says David Thomas.

1 October 2006 | EN