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Journal of Agriculture and Environment for International Development
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ISSN 2240-2802 · Università degli Studi di Firenze · 193 articles in the index
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Natural, Structural or Man-made Impediments: What Triggers Vulnerability in a Disaster-Prone Rural Pakistan?
Natural catastrophic events are beyond human control; however, human interventions exacerbating natural disasters can be managed through appropriate policy measures. This study evaluates disaster vulnerability in the rural areas of district Badin, Sindh province, Pakistan, using a primary survey…
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Impact of Soil and Water Conservation Measures on Wheat Productivity and Farmers’ Income: Evidence from Tigray, Northern Ethiopia
Soil and water conservation (SWC) practices are considered vital for improving agricultural productivity and farmer income in areas vulnerable to soil erosion and climate variability. Nevertheless, the impact of SWC practices on wheat productivity and income remains unclear because of the presence…
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Evaluation of Newly Introduced Durum Wheat Genotypes for Performance and Resilience in Algerian Semi-Arid Climate
This research investigates the performance of ten durum wheat genotypes under the rainfed conditions of a semi-arid environment in Algeria over three growing seasons (2020-2023). The experimented genotypes, included three Algerian landraces, used as check plant material, along with Italian…
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Structure and Farmers' Woody Species Preference in Parkland Agroforestry in Womberima District, West Gojjam Zone, Amhara Region, Ethiopia
In this study, the structure and farmer preferences of woody species in parkland agroforestry systems in the Amhara Region of Ethiopia's Womberima district, West Gojjam Zone, are examined. A traditional land-use system that is important for preserving biodiversity, improving soil fertility, and…
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Monitoring Land Use and Land Cover Change in Eastern Nepal: a Remote Sensing Perspective on the Dudh Koshi River Watershed (2000–2020)
This study analyzes two decades (2000–2020) of Land Use and Land Cover (LULC) change in the Dudh Koshi River watershed, eastern Nepal—a climatically sensitive and topographically complex Himalayan region. Using multi-temporal satellite imagery and GIS-based analysis across eight sub-basins, we…
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Bibliometric analysis of biopesticide research trends in Africa
The rapid growth of the global population raises concerns about the ability of production systems to meet food security challenges. In addition to climate uncertainties, pests and diseases are exerting increasing pressure on agricultural yields and the quality of harvests. To address these…
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Peak discharge estimation in data-scarce regions: a comparative study of methods for Syrian ungauged basins
Accurate estimation of peak discharges in small, ungauged basins is critical for flood risk management, particularly in developing countries where hydrometeorological data are scarce. This study compares empirical/conceptual methods (Fuller’s formula, Rational Method), event-based models (EBA4SUB)…
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Drought as a Threat to Cultural Practices among the Borana Pastoralists of Southern Ethiopia
Borana is one of the most drought-stricken areas in Ethiopia. Recently, it has experienced five consecutive droughts between 2019 and 2023, resulting in significant deterioration in livelihoods and influencing cultural practices. The general objective of this study was to investigate the impacts of…
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From Traditional Kawe Lengkuran to Modern Grafting: A Socio-Historical Analysis of Besemah Coffee Cultivation, Indonesia
The transformation of coffee cultivation in the Besemah highlands demonstrates a negotiation between traditional practices and modern propagation technologies. This study traces changes from kawe lengkuran, an age-old technique of regenerating old stems, to grafting systems that utilize local…
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The Microclimate Modulation by Banana Canopy: Seasonal Implications for Integrated Mushroom
Mushroom cultivation is highly sensitive to microclimatic conditions, which determine colonization, fruiting, and quality. In tropical regions, seasonal variability in temperature, humidity, light, and carbon dioxide often constrains production, particularly for smallholder farmers who lack the…
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Agromorphological comparison of a durum wheat evolutionary population, a landrace, and a mixture of landraces in the northern of Morocco
Durum wheat (Triticum turgidum ssp. durum Desf.) production faces challenges under increasing climate change, biodiversity loss, and the growing need for sustainable and resilient cropping systems. Choice of varieties adapted to local conditions may be of crucial importance to secure future…
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Cost–Benefit and Profitability Assessment of Land Use Transition from Agriculture to Plantation Forest in Bolosso Sore and Hadero Tunto Districts, Southern Ethiopia
Rapid land-use transitions from crop farming to plantation forestry are reshaping rural economies in Ethiopia, driven by declining agricultural productivity, rising demand for wood products, and farmers’ preference for low-risk income alternatives. Eucalyptus dominates due to fast growth and high…
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GIS-Fuzzy Logic Approach for Ecological Restoration Suitability Mapping in Semi-Arid Steppe Ecosystems: A Case Study of Naâma Province, Algeria
This research evaluates the ecological restoration suitability in the northeastern region of Naâma Province, Algeria, a fragile environment undergoing increasing degradation from both climatic stresses and human activities. The study area, including the municipalities of El Biodh and Mecheria, is…
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Harnessing nature-based solutions and indigenous knowledge for community health and climate resilience: A case study of Ondiri Wetland, Kenya
Wetlands provide crucial services such as water purification, biodiversity conservation, and climate regulation, yet face rapid degradation from urbanization, pollution, and climate change. Ondiri Wetland, East Africa's largest highland bog and source of the Nairobi River, is severely degraded…
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Cocoa processing residues in a circular bioeconomy: integrated valorization pathways, applications, and future perspectives
Cocoa (Theobroma cacao L.) is a major tropical cash crop that generates large volumes of underutilized residues, including cocoa pod husks (CPH), cocoa bean shells (CBS), mucilage, and placenta tissues. These residues are generally dumped in the open field where they constitute environmental…
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Hydro-geochemical Characterization and Groundwater Quality Assessment of Mariri Aquifer, Kano, Nigeria
The chemical composition of groundwater, which reflects its quality, is a product of natural and anthropogenic factors that affect its use for different purposes. This study characterizes the groundwater chemistry of the Mariri aquifer using the Piper Diagram, Chadha Diagram, and Gibbs Plot. The…
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Greening Agriculture: Exploring the Asymmetric Impact of Agriculture on Carbon Emissions in SCO Countries
The emission of CO2 becomes a main reason for environmental damage. Among various sources, this study aims to focus on the impact of agriculture on CO2 emissions. While agriculture plays a vital role in supplying essential foods, it also contributes to ecological ruin. Using the Nonlinear Panel…
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Modelling Contract Farming Impact on Poultry Farm Income: Lessons from the Nigerian Anchor-Borrower Outgrowers’ Programme
Contract farming was introduced in Nigeria to address the challenges faced by smallholder farming households in realising farming objectives. Therefore, this study examined the effectiveness of the Anchor-borrower Outgrowers’ Programme in fulfilling one of its roles of increasing the net farm…
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Innovative improvements of silvopastoral systems applied to the Brachiaria decumbens yields in degraded areas – A case study in Orellana, Amazonian Ecuador
Climate change is a global, recurring phenomenon that is altering weather patterns around the world. The corresponding changes have significant implications for natural ecosystems, agriculture, and livestock. Based on this context, we realized a study, which assessed the effect of silvopastoral…
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Phytosociological study of herbaceous communities under Vachellia tortilis subsp. raddiana (Savi) Kyal. & Boatwr in eastern Niger
The present study was conducted in eastern Niger with the objective of assessing the floristic diversity under the canopy of Vachellia tortilis. To collect detailed data on the plant species present, the sigmatist method of abundance-dominance of Braun-Blanquet was employed, which is a common…