International Plant Genetic Resources Institute's Books

Access to Plant Genetic Resources and the Equitable Sharing of Benefits

A Contribution to the Debate on Systems for the Exchange of Germplasm : a Feasibility Study

By: International Plant Genetic Resources Institute

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Access to Plant Genetic Resources and the Equitable Sharing of Benefits

A Contribution to the Debate on Systems for the Exchange of Germplasm : a Feasibility Study

By: International Plant Genetic Resources Institute

The 6th session of the FAO Commission on Plant Genetic Resources requested that IPGRI study the feasibility of possible systems for the exchange of plant genetic resources for food and agriculture (PGRFA)1 and the equitable sharing of benefits. The following report is the result of that study. It seeks to provide the Commission with a set of options and their implications and thus to inform international negotiationsconncerning the revision of the International Undertaking on Plant Genetic Tesources. As part of the study process a wide series of consultations was held with major stakeholder groups. A fundamental justification for conserving and characterizing PGRFA is their potential for use in the development of improved crop varieties. These improved varieties are necessary to meet the food needs of a growing population and the demands of changing agro-ecological and social conditions.

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Bioversity International

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ISBN 10

9290432853

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9789290432852

Material Transfer Agreements in Genetic Resources Exchange

The Case of the International Agricultural Research Centres

By: John H. Barton,Wolfgang E. Siebeck,International Plant Genetic Resources Institute

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Material Transfer Agreements in Genetic Resources Exchange

The Case of the International Agricultural Research Centres

By: John H. Barton,Wolfgang E. Siebeck,International Plant Genetic Resources Institute

And recommendations; Introduction; Purpose and use of MTAS.

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Bioversity International

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ISBN 10

929043239X

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9789290432395

Seeding Solutions

By: Crucible II Group,International Plant Genetic Resources Institute

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Seeding Solutions

By: Crucible II Group,International Plant Genetic Resources Institute

Seeding Solutions Volume 1 brings readers up to date on what has changed – scientifically, politically, and environmentally – since the publication in 1994 of the landmark, People, Plants, and Patents.Volume 1 offers policy makers a clear description of the facts, the fights and the flora relevant to the ownership, conservation, and exchange of genetic resources. Readers new to these issues will learn from this book why germplasm is important and how it relates to trade negotiations, intellectual property disputes and food and health security, both nationally and internationally.

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136

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IDRC

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0889369267

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9780889369269

Genes in the Field

On-farm Conservation of Crop Diversity

By: International Plant Genetic Resources Institute,International Development Research Centre (Canada)

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Genes in the Field

On-farm Conservation of Crop Diversity

By: International Plant Genetic Resources Institute,International Development Research Centre (Canada)

Genes in the Field provides an interdisciplinary foundation for an important new conservation program: maintaining biological resources of crop plants within the systems where they have evolved. The book offers a truly global vision of the on-farm conservation movement and, like no other before it, provides a comprehensive review of the issues and challenges of on-farm conservation of genetic resources. The book's chapters are written by a collection of outstanding scholars and academics from a variety of disciplines; they include biologists, agronomists, anthropologists, economists, lawyers and agricultural development specialists. Genes in the Field is truly global in scope and multidisciplinary in character. It will appeal to a large, varied and international audience. Its most general appeal will be to professionals in the fields of conservation and agricultural development, particularly those who are involved in planning or implementing conservation programs. For course work, the book will be appropriate for graduate programs in agricultural development and conservation.

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IDRC

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0889368848

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9780889368842

Sustainable Food Production in Sub-Saharan Africa: IITA's contributions

By: International Institute of Tropical Agriculture

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Sustainable Food Production in Sub-Saharan Africa: IITA's contributions

By: International Institute of Tropical Agriculture

History and evolution. Resource and crop management. Crop improvement. Plant health management. Looking ahead.

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209

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IITA

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ISBN 10

9781310863

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9789781310867

Living Off Biodiversity

Exploring Livelihoods and Biodiversity Issues in Natural Resources Management

By: Izabella Koziell,International Institute for Environment and Development

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Living Off Biodiversity

Exploring Livelihoods and Biodiversity Issues in Natural Resources Management

By: Izabella Koziell,International Institute for Environment and Development

This book attempts to explore different natural resource sectors and to identify possibilities for mainstreaming the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity into these sectors but without compromising livelihoods in the process. It advocates leveraging incremental change within the existing natural resource sectors through research, policy change, development and demonstration of alternative approaches. There are six chapters that discuss these issues in the forestry, agricultural, livestock and fisheries sectors and within rangelands. A discussion on insect diversity and livelihoods also constitutes a separate chapter. The whole book is framed by an introduction and macro-economic perspective on how to start to resolve the conflicts between conservation and development."--Editor.

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284

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IIED

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1899825673

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9781899825677

People, Plants, and Patents

The Impact of Intellectual Property on Biodiversity, Conservation, Trade, and Rural Society

By: Crucible Group,International Development Research Centre (Canada)

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The Impact of Intellectual Property on Biodiversity, Conservation, Trade, and Rural Society

By: Crucible Group,International Development Research Centre (Canada)

People, Plants and Patents: The impact of intellectual property on biodiversity, conservation, trade and rural society

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0889367256

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9780889367258

Roots and Tubers in the Global Food System

A Vision Statement to the Year 2020

By: Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research. Committee on Inter-Centre Root and Tuber Crops Research,Gregory J. Scott

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Roots and Tubers in the Global Food System

A Vision Statement to the Year 2020

By: Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research. Committee on Inter-Centre Root and Tuber Crops Research,Gregory J. Scott

In 1995, TAC commissioned an Inter-Centre Review of Root and Tuber Crops Research in the CGIAR, and that group's final report was submitted in April 1996. Among its findings, the review recommended that the Centers working on these crops prepare, in consultation with non-CGIAR members, "a comprehensive, documented text that sets out a vision for root and tuber research employing inter-Centre collaborations and institutional partnerships ... "(TAC, 1997). At International Centers' Week 1996, representatives of CIAT, CIP, IFPRI, IPGRI, and IITA met, formed an informal committee, and established a task force to prepare such a report, with CIP and CIAT representatives acting as co-convenors. This document synthesizes the principal findings of the subsequent work. Roots and tuber crops have myriad and complex roles to play in feeding the world in the coming decades. Far from being one sort of crop that serves one specific purpose, they will be many things to many-very many-people.

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IITA

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ISBN 10

9290602031

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9789290602033

Improving Livestock Production in Africa

Evolution of ILCA's Programme 1974-94

By: International Livestock Centre for Africa

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Improving Livestock Production in Africa

Evolution of ILCA's Programme 1974-94

By: International Livestock Centre for Africa

Agro-ecological zones of sub-Saharan Africa; ILCA in Africa; Important mile-stones in ILCA's history; Origins and mandate; The proposed shape of the Centre; Location of the Centre; Task forces and their reports; The early years: focus on systems descriptions; Systems research; Agro-ecological zones; Zonal research programmes; Studies in the highlands; Studies in the humid zone; Studies in the subhumid zone; Studies in the semi-arid zone; Monitoring development projects; Complementary studies; Training and information; First quinquennial review of ILCA; Systems description and component research: ILCA's programme matures; Highlands; Humid zone; Subhumid zone; Semi-arid zone; Ethiopian rangelands; Kenyan rangelands; Central research and support units; Training and information; A new focus to ILCA's research; ILCA's strategy and long-term plan; From strategy to medium-term plan; ILCA's programme, 1987-93; Cattle milk and meat thrust; Small ruminant meat and milk thrust; Animal traction thrust; Animal feed resources thrust; Trypanotolerance thrust; Livestock policy and resource use thrust; ILCA's second medium-term plan, 1994-98; Factors influencing ILCA's second medium-term plan; Developing the programme; ILCA's seven programme themes; MTP reviewed and approved; Moves towards a global livestock research institute; Livestock steering committee; Moves towards a new shape; Benefits for livestock producers world-wide.

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ILRI (aka ILCA and ILRAD)

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ISBN 10

9290532823

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9789290532828

Developing Markets for Agrobiodiversity

Securing Livelihoods in Dryland Areas

By: Alessandra Giuliani,Bioversity International

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Developing Markets for Agrobiodiversity

Securing Livelihoods in Dryland Areas

By: Alessandra Giuliani,Bioversity International

This wonderful book demonstrates how rural livelihoods - as well as diets, health and ways of life - are enhanced by the so-called neglected and underutilized plant species which, in the books Syrian case study, include such deliciously interesting things as capers, laurel, jujube and figs. Using value chain analysis the author illuminates the opportunities for strengthening arid land economies with attention to such species, while simultaneously maintaining the diversity and integrity of those plant genomes, landscapes and cultures. And keeping the world worth tasting. KEN WILSON, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE CHRISTENSEN FUND Alexandra Giuliani delivers a convincing and very practical account of how biodiversity products derived from neglected and underutilized plant species enter the markets in Syria. By highlighting the value of these plant products for the family income and health status of marginal farmer families in rural drylands and semi-arid areas, she brings the message home as to why it is so important to maintain biodiversity of the genetic resources not by protection alone, but rather through their judicious use. KATHARINA JENNY, SENIOR ADVISOR, FEDERAL DEPARTMENT OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS, SWISS AGENCY FOR DEVELOPMENT AND COOPERATION Just four crops - maize, potatoes, rice and wheat - provide more than 90 per cent of the worlds food. Old varieties of even these crops are disappearing as farmers and consumers strive for more uniformity in food products. This in turn affects less obvious elements, such as insects that play a role in pollinating plants or controlling pests and the soil organisms that help plants extract nutrients from the soil. Also, farmers need a broad base of agrobiodiversity to be able to respond and adapt to environmental changes and to improve their production. This is especially important in the face of climate change and changing economic and political pressures. This book from Bioversity International describes a study conducted in Syria of how communities are developing markets for local products derived from neglected and underutilized plants. Based on concrete case studies, the data and processes documented in this book show the potential of biodiversity to make a significant contribution to livelihood security in communities that inhabit difficult environments with unique resources. The study also highlights the importance of local cultural knowledge and institutions in sustainable development of biodiversity markets. Published with Bioversity International.

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Taylor & Francis

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ISBN 10

1136568263

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9781136568268

Gender in Agriculture Sourcebook

By: World Bank,Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO),International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD)

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Gender in Agriculture Sourcebook

By: World Bank,Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO),International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD)

The 'Gender in Agriculture Sourcebook' provides an up-to-date understanding of gender issues and a rich compilation of compelling evidence of good practices and lessons learned to guide practitioners in integrating gender dimensions into agricultural projects and programs. It is serves as a tool for: guidance; showcasing key principles in integrating gender into projects; stimulating the imagination of practitioners to apply lessons learned, experiences, and innovations to the design of future support and investment in the agriculture sector. The Sourcebook draws on a wide range of experience from World Bank, Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), and other donor agencies, governments, institutions, and groups active in agricultural development. The Sourcebook looks at: access to and control of assets; access to markets, information and organization; and capacity to manage risk and vulnerability through a gender lens. There are 16 modules covering themes of cross-cutting importance for agriculture with strong gender dimensions (Policy, Public Administration and Governance; Agricultural Innovation and Education; Food Security; Markets; Rural Finance; Rural Infrastructure; Water; Land; Labor; Natural Resource Management; and Disaster and Post-Conflict Management) and specific subsectors in agriculture (Crops, Livestock, Forestry, and Fisheries). A separate module on Monitoring and Evaluation is included, responding to the need to track implementation and development impact. Each module contains three different sub-units: (1) A Module Overview gives a broad introduction to the topic and provides a summary of major development issues in the sector and rationale of looking at gender dimension; (2) Thematic Notes provide a brief and technically sound guide in gender integration in selected themes with lessons learned, guidelines, checklists, organizing principles, key questions, and key performance indicators; and (3) Innovative Activity Profiles describe the design and innovative features of recent and exciting projects and activities that have been implemented or are ongoing.

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World Bank Publications

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0821375881

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9780821375884

Genes in the Field

On-farm Conservation of Crop Diversity

By: International Plant Genetic Resources Institute,International Development Research Centre (Canada)

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On-farm Conservation of Crop Diversity

By: International Plant Genetic Resources Institute,International Development Research Centre (Canada)

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Book's by International Plant Genetic Resources Institute

Access to Plant Genetic Resources and the Equitable Sharing of Benefits

Access to Plant Genetic Resources and the Equitable Sharing of Benefits

Material Transfer Agreements in Genetic Resources Exchange

Material Transfer Agreements in Genetic Resources Exchange

Seeding Solutions

Seeding Solutions

Genes in the Field

Genes in the Field

Sustainable Food Production in Sub-Saharan Africa: IITA's contributions

Sustainable Food Production in Sub-Saharan Africa: IITA's contributions

Living Off Biodiversity

Living Off Biodiversity

People, Plants, and Patents

People, Plants, and Patents

Roots and Tubers in the Global Food System

Roots and Tubers in the Global Food System

Improving Livestock Production in Africa

Improving Livestock Production in Africa

Developing Markets for Agrobiodiversity

Developing Markets for Agrobiodiversity

Gender in Agriculture Sourcebook

Gender in Agriculture Sourcebook

Genes in the Field

Genes in the Field

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