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Farming systems
Harvestable hedgerows encourage erosion change
This brief looks at a farmer-friendly approach to conservation agriculture is helping villagers on the Philippines island of Bohol reduce soil erosion and increase incomes. (Emily Flowers - ACIAR: June 2009) More info >>
The development of Farmer Managed Natural Regeneration (FMNR)
This article looks at a new method of reforestation called Farmer Managed Natural Regeneration (FMNR) and how it has contributed to the reforestation of the Republic of Niger. (LEISA: June 2007) More info >>
Organic farming: an introduction
A series of articles outlining aspects of the processes of organic farming with individual case studies. (New South Wales Agriculture) More info >>
The farming systems approach to development & technology
A procedural manual on the farming systems approach to development (FSD) and appropriate technology generation. (FAO) More info >>
The economics of conservation agriculture
An indepth financial analysis of conventional agriculture versus conservation agriculture, farmer characteristics and the role of policy. (FAO) More info >>
Village as basic unit
A proposal from India for self-sufficient, self-governing villages, which encourages the consolidation of holdings and cooperative farming. (People First India) More info >>
The formation of an organic produce co-operative of small farmers
Describes the successful establishment of a co-operative tea farming advice bureau, the 'Rural Service Centre' in Galaha, Sri Lanka. (Rosneath Farm) More info >>
Postlarval fish capture & grow-out
This manual describes a new method for Pacific Islanders to catch valuable fish and crustaceans for the aquarium trade. (ACIAR: June 2007) More info >>