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ArticleJournal articleValidating viability of Melia volkensii seeds stored as extracted seeds or nuts for production of high-quality germplasm in domestication and conservation of dryland tree species
XV World Forestry Congress, 2-6 May 2022
2022Also available in:
No results found.Development and supply of superior germplasm is important for the promotion of tree planting. Kenya has lost many tree seed sources through deforestation, land degradation, forests encroachment and conversion of agricultural land to housing. Nevertheless, limited access to tree seeds of high quality is the major constraint to sustainable tree production in Kenya and proper information on storability of extracted seeds is lacking. Melia volkensii trees species is highly valued in drylands of Kenya for tremendous roles in social-economic, ecological and environmental protection, and conservation. This experiment aims at determining viability test of Melia seeds stored as nut over period of one year and the resultant effect that they will have on seed germination. Furthermore, the research investigates the conducive environment that would favor storage of Melia seeds in order to improve its viability status. The experiment showed that Melia seeds stored at room temperature and a temperature of 4 degrees centigrade had higher germination capacities compared to Melia seeds stored at a temperature of -20 degrees centigrade. The peak average germination speed was 2.11 with a germination value of 3.99. Significant (p value ≤ 0.001) differences were observed in the germination capacities between Melia stored as seeds and nuts for the first, second, third, fourth, fifth, sixth and seventh germinations (p value ≤ 0.05). From the study, Melia stored as seeds at a temperature of 4 degrees centigrade had the highest marginal germination capacity. This study provides the best information for storage and handling of Melia seeds in maintaining its viability. Keywords: Germplasm, viability, conservation, Climate change, dryland species, Melia volkensii ID: 3623818 -
ArticleJournal articleEthnobotanical survey of less-known indigenous edible tree Diospyros mespiliformis (Ebenaceae) in Benin, West Africa
XV World Forestry Congress, 2-6 May 2022
2022Also available in:
No results found.African ebony (Diospyros mespiliformis) is a priority indigenous fruit tree that has several uses but its use pattern and conservation are little documented across various ethnic groups in Benin. These surveys carried out in 2018 aimed at provide a critical appraisal of the existing knowledge on the ethno-botanical value of these resources among 317 registered informants. Data on socio demographic characteristics and uses of these plant resources was collected based on oral interview using Kobo Collect tool and a well-structured questionnaire from 11 ethnic groups. Quantitative analysis techniques including Multiple Correspondence Analysis (MCA), Hierarchical Clustering (HCPC) and beta-regression (beta-reg)) were performed to evaluaterelative usefulness of different tree organs and the extent to which quantitative indexes give similar results. Results revealed three clusters with diverse uses of D. mespiliformis. The main uses categories of African ebony were food-fodder, medicinal, construction and magico-religious. The results showed also significant difference in use between ethnic groups, generations and socio-professional categories (P < 0.05). However, gender, religion and educational background of informants were not a determinant of local knowledge (P > 0.05). In addition, diseases treated with D. mespiliformis werefever, dressing wound, malaria and infertility. Our findings suggest that local availability of D. mespiliformis should prioritize the fruit and the wood which are the most valued parts of the plant. In order to fully explore the plant’s potential, this resource needs development of integrated cultivation approach, safety evaluation and detailed ethno-pharmacological studies because it is not excluded that interesting medicinal properties setting in light by research permit to finalize new drug. Keywords: Quantitative ethno-botany, Medicinal plant, edible tree, Diospyros mespiliformis, Benin ID: 3477093 -
ArticleJournal articlePrioritization of indigenous fruit trees/shrubs for domestication in northern Guinea savanna, Taraba State, Nigeria
XV World Forestry Congress, 2-6 May 2022
2022Also available in:
No results found.Indigenous fruit trees/shrubs are essential biological resources in many agroecological systems globally, including Nigeria. They are essential for household nutrition, food security, poverty alleviation, and ecosystems sustenance. Despite their numerous potentials in rural households, food security, income, and ecological attributes, many remain in the wild state with little domestication efforts, limiting their economic potentials. The study was carried out to prioritized indigenous fruit trees/shrubs in the region. Semi-structured questionnaires and focus group discussions were used for the data collection on the existing trees/shrubs species, while prioritization was based on certain variables (farmers' preference and roles in economy). Findings indicated that 27 edible fruit-bearing species were identified, 67% were trees, and 33% were shrubs. The plant species belonged to 19 taxonomic families with Fabaceae being dominant. Individually, farmers' priority species based on food value, income potentials, medicinal values, and food security benefits were; Parkia biglobosa, Vitellaria paradoxa, Prosopis africana, Vitex doniana, and Adansonia digitata. The need to step up provenance evaluations and domestication efforts for future agroforestry and plantations establishment implied in the study. Keywords: Domestication, Cultivars, Germplasm, Prioritized, Savanna, Agroforestry ID: 3478035
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Book (stand-alone)Technical studyBasic texts of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. 2017 edition
Volumes I and II
2017The Nations accepting this Constitution, being determined to promote the common welfare by furthering separate and collective action on their part for the purpose of: raising levels of nutrition and standards of living of the peoples under their respective jurisdictions; securing improvements in the efficiency of the production and distribution of all food and agricultural products; bettering the condition of rural populations; and thus contributing towards an expanding world economy and ensuring humanity's freedom from hunger; hereby establish the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, hereinafter referred to as the "Organization", through which the Members will report to one another on the measures taken and the progress achieved in the field of action set forth above. -
ProjectFactsheetBioenergy and Food Security (BEFS) Assessment and Capacity Building for Zambia - TCP/ZAM/3701 2021
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No results found.In Zambia, current statistics indicate that 77 percent of the country’s primary energy relies on traditional biomass, while only 4 4 percent of the rural population has access to electricity This is compounded by the fact that 47 8 percent of the population in Zambia is undernourished and 60 5 percent lives below the national poverty line Access to modern, affordable and reliable energy is fundamental to ensure development and food security and is directly related to the four pillars of food security Bioenergy is a key form of renewable energy that can be sourced from a number of biomass options, including crop residues, livestock residues and sustainably managed forest resources and residues When managed sustainably, it can provide multiple benefits, including energy provision, employment and rural development The Government of Zambia has given high priority to developing a sustainable biomass energy strategy However, while there are broad policy goals in place and targets have been set to tackle access to modern energy, there is insufficient evidence and knowledge to define which bioenergy pathways can contribute sustainably to the envisaged targets To address these challenges, the Government of Zambia requested that FAO provide technical assistance to enhance capacity to analyse options for the development of a sustainable bioenergy sector in the country. -
DocumentOther documentContinental Programme on Post-Harvest Losses (PHL) Reduction
Rapid Country Needs Assessment
2011Also available in:
No results found.Reduction of post-harvest losses (PHL) is a priority area of collaboration between FAO and the African Development Bank (ADB). It was one of three pillars identified by ADB within its African Food Crisis Response (AFCR) of June 2008, in response to the rise of food prices in 2007 and 2008. In 2009, collaboration between FAO and ADB on PHL reduction was organized along two pillars: (i) screen the ADB agricultural portfolio and sensitize/train ADB staff to improve PHL activities within ongoing and future projects; and (ii) prepare a framework paper for a continental programme on PHL reduction in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), based on needs assessments undertaken in 14 African countries. These needs assessments were carried out by FAO’s Rural Infrastructure and Agro-Industries Division (AGS) and Investment Centre Division (TCI) through joint field missions undertaken with ADB in six countries (Cameroon, Ghana, Malawi, Mali, Mozambique and Sierra Leone). Additional data were also obtained from ADB and FAO country offices and concerned stakeholders in another eight countries (Chad, Ethiopia, Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Uganda and Zambia). In 2010, six working papers entitled: “Continental Programme on Post-Harvest Losses (PHL) Reduction: Rapid Needs Assessment” were prepared for Cameroon, Ghana, Malawi, Mali, Mozambique and Sierra Leone which analyzed needs and opportunities for investing in PHL reduction in SSA. These reports provided the foundation on which ADB could begin deve loping its strategy to assist SSA countries in integrating the recommendations provided on key areas for intervention for PHL reduction.