Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
O. A. Adeagbo, T. O. Ojo, A. A. Adetoro
Summary: This study found that factors such as household size, non-farm income, and frequency of extension visits significantly influence smallholder maize farmers' adoption of climate change adaptation strategies, while variables such as age, household size, and non-farm income impact the intensity of these strategies. Efforts to support rural development in Nigeria should focus on enhancing farmers' membership in farm-based organizations, increasing extension agent visits, promoting non-farm income sources, and providing access to climate change information, particularly during the off-cropping season.
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Environmental Studies
Petan Hamazakaza, Gillian Kabwe, Elias Kuntashula, Anthony Egeru, Robert Asiimwe
Summary: This study aimed to identify factors influencing the adoption and intensity of sustainable agricultural intensification (SAI) practices among farmers in Zambia. The results showed that limited years of farming and smaller cropped field sizes were significant factors reducing the likelihood of SAI adoption. Additionally, smaller farm sizes and limited access to farmer extension services decreased the adoption intensity of SAI practices, while farmer affiliation with associations and crop production training increased the adoption intensity.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Wilson Charles Wilson, Maja Slingerland, Frederick P. Baijukya, Hannah van Zanten, Simon Oosting, Ken E. Giller
Summary: In Tanzania, diets mainly consist of starchy staple crops like maize, which has led to high levels of malnutrition due to lack of dietary diversity. Fuzzy cognitive mapping was used to analyze soybean, maize, and chicken value chains, revealing interconnected relationships and potential entry points for integration to improve nutritious diets. Smallholder farming households play a key role in these value chains, and integrating them offers an important opportunity to enhance access to nutritious diets for local people.
Article
Environmental Studies
Ben Belton, Leah Rosen, Lucinda Middleton, Saadiah Ghazali, Abdullah-Al Mamun, Jacqueline Shieh, Hamia S. Noronha, Goutam Dhar, Mohammod Ilyas, Christopher Price, Ahmed Nasr-Allah, Ibrahim Elsira, Bikram K. Baliarsingh, Arun Padiyar, Suresh Rajendran, A. B. C. Mohan, Ravi Babu, Michael Joseph Akester, Ei Ei Phyo, Khin Maung Soe, Ajibola Olaniyi, Sunil N. Siriwardena, John Bostock, David C. Little, Michael Phillips, Shakuntala H. Thilsted
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic had short-term impacts on aquatic foods and production inputs, with longer lasting effects on demand and labor. Retail prices of aquatic foods briefly spiked but then trended down, while prices of production inputs rose. Respondents adapted to the challenges by reducing costs and sourcing alternative inputs, but some strategies may undermine longer-term resilience.
Article
Food Science & Technology
D. Knorr, M. A. Augustin
Summary: This review highlights the transitions needed from linear food chains to closed loop systems and wider food webs for more sustainable food systems, emphasizing the importance of considering the complexities in food value chains. To ensure the long-term sustainability of the planet, globally accepted definitions and indicators for sustainability need to be developed, and a systems-based approach is required for developing sustainable food systems.
TRENDS IN FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Chukwuma Otum Ume, Ogochukwu Gabriella Onah, Benjamin Chiedozie Okpukpara, Nice Chukwuma-Ume, Ukwuaba Ikenna Charles, Emmanuel Ejiofor Omeje, Chinedum Jachinma Chiemela, Ibe Justina Chituru, Ozioma Orazulike
Summary: This paper explores the factors influencing the adoption of organic farming among smallholder farmers in rural Nigeria and finds that information, an organized organic marketing structure, and premium on organic products play significant roles.
FRONTIERS IN SUSTAINABLE FOOD SYSTEMS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Theodoros Skevas, Ray Massey, Jasper Grashuis
Summary: Climate change and extreme weather pose a threat to agriculture. Governments worldwide are developing policies to encourage farmers to adopt adaptation and mitigation strategies. This study examines the adoption and intensity of such strategies among Missouri farmers, with a focus on the impact of the 2019 Missouri River flooding. The findings highlight the importance of field drainage, soil water retention, minimum tillage, fertilizer management, and cover crops as adaptation and mitigation measures. The choice of crops, farm income, and opinions on extreme weather events are key determinants of adaptation and mitigation decisions.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Francesca Sanguineti, Giovanna Magnani, Antonella Zucchella
Summary: With companies like Adidas leading the way, the use of additive manufacturing (AM) to manage global value chains in a more sustainable manner is gaining attention. However, there is a lack of research exploring this connection. To fill this gap, a systematic literature review is conducted, revealing the potential of AM to transform the management of sustainable global value chains and identifying areas for future research. The findings contribute to academic understanding and provide a framework for practitioners seeking to advance sustainable value chain management through AM.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Ulrike Grote, Anja Fasse, Trung Thanh Nguyen, Olaf Erenstein
Summary: The ongoing debate about how to feed the growing world population in the long run and the associated implications for research and development has sparked calls for a new Green Revolution and emphasis on diversifying diets. This review of wheat and maize value chains in Africa and Asia highlights ecological drivers impacting production, promising innovations, and constraints in adopting these innovations. It underscores the importance of addressing climate change, promoting healthier diets, and enabling equitable food system transformation to enhance food security.
FRONTIERS IN SUSTAINABLE FOOD SYSTEMS
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Tesfamicheal Wossen, Abebe Menkir, Arega Alene, Tahirou Abdoulaye, Sam Ajala, Baffour Badu-Apraku, Melaku Gedil, Wendie Mengesha, Silvestro Meseka
Summary: Maize production and area expansion in Nigeria have transformed maize from a backyard crop to a dominant staple and commercial crop. Government policies and institutional arrangements, as well as the increased adoption of modern inputs and demand for maize grain, have played major roles in this transformation.
GLOBAL FOOD SECURITY-AGRICULTURE POLICY ECONOMICS AND ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Miftha Beshir, Menfese Tadesse, Fantaw Yimer, Nicolas Brueggemann
Summary: The study investigates the factors influencing the adoption and intensity of use of the TACPA system and found that factors such as credit, plot ownership, and farming experience affect the adoption of the system, while factors like age and nativity determine the intensity of use. The study highlights the importance of implementing socio-economic policies to meet the needs of smallholder farmers and to disseminate the innovation to other regions with similar environmental conditions.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Dejene Mamo Workie, Workalemahu Tasew
Summary: Ethiopia has great potential for malted barley production, but cannot meet the demand due to the need for imports. This study explores the factors influencing smallholder farmers' adoption and use of malt barley technology. The findings suggest that factors such as age, cultivation area, information availability, proximity to roads, participation in field day programs, and membership in agricultural cooperatives impact farmers' decisions. Recommendations include increasing farmers' knowledge through training, organizing cooperatives, and improving access to transportation and markets.
Review
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Rob Vos, Andrea Cattaneo
Summary: The study discusses the expansion of food markets driven by urbanization and rising incomes, as well as the massive impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on this growth. Emergency response measures should consider leveraging the opportunities of food market growth by promoting better interconnectedness among small and medium-sized enterprises to reduce poverty during economic recovery.
JOURNAL OF INTEGRATIVE AGRICULTURE
(2021)
Article
Business
T. O. Ojo, A. A. Ogundeji, J. A. Belle
Summary: This study investigated farmers' perceptions of climate change and adoption of adaptation strategies in different provinces of South Africa. The results showed that on-farm demonstrations had a positive impact on climate change adoption strategies, and soil and water conservation, migration, and improved varieties were identified as the most suitable adaptation strategies in South Africa.
TECHNOLOGICAL FORECASTING AND SOCIAL CHANGE
(2021)
Article
Social Sciences, Interdisciplinary
Adebayo Isaiah Ogunniyi, Samuel Opeyemi Omotoso, Kabir Kayode Salman, Abiodun Olusola Omotayo, Kehinde Oluseyi Olagunju, Adeyemi Oladapo Aremu
Summary: The study in Nigeria found that a certain percentage of maize farming households face food insecurity, which is influenced by factors such as output value, education, credit access, and participation in government safety net programs. Therefore, efforts should be made to improve land productivity, increase farmer awareness, and allocate sufficient government funds to improve the livelihood outcomes of farming households.
SOCIAL INDICATORS RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Onyinye Prince Choko, Laura Schmitt Olabisi, Robert Ugochukwu Onyeneke, Stella Nwawulu Chiemela, Lenis Saweda O. Liverpool-Tasie, Louie Rivers
Article
Agricultural Economics & Policy
Awa Sanou, Lenis S. O. Liverpool-Tasie, John M. Kerr
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Jelili Adegboyega Adebiyi, Laura Schmitt Olabisi, Robert Richardson, Lenis Saweda O. Liverpool-Tasie, Kathleen Delate
Article
Agronomy
Laura Schmitt Olabisi, Robert Ugochukwu Onyeneke, Onyinye Prince Choko, Stella Nwawulu Chiemela, Lenis Saweda O. Liverpool-Tasie, Anthonia Ifeyinwa Achike, Adedapo Ayo Aiyeloja
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Lenis Saweda O. Liverpool-Tasie, Ayala Wineman, Sarah Young, Justice Tambo, Carolina Vargas, Thomas Reardon, Guigonan Serge Adjognon, Jaron Porciello, Nasra Gathoni, Livia Bizikova, Alessandra Galie, Ashley Celestin
NATURE SUSTAINABILITY
(2020)
Article
Agricultural Economics & Policy
Lenis Saweda O. Liverpool-Tasie, Thomas Reardon, Ben Belton
Summary: Food supply chains play a crucial role in food access and livelihoods in Africa, but are often overlooked. Recognizing and accounting for their importance is essential when designing policies and interventions, especially in response to COVID-19.
APPLIED ECONOMIC PERSPECTIVES AND POLICY
(2021)
Article
Agricultural Economics & Policy
Lenis Saweda O. Liverpool-Tasie, Awa Sanou, Thomas Reardon, Ben Belton
Summary: Fish consumption in Africa is heavily reliant on imported fish, with significant regional variations driven by income levels and access to refrigeration. Promoting aquaculture and sustainable management of domestic capture fisheries are seen as key strategies to reduce import dependence and ensure food security in the region, despite the growing demand for fish.
JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL ECONOMICS
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Awa Sanou, John M. Kerr, Jennifer Hodbod, Lenis Saweda O. Liverpool-Tasie
Summary: This study examines the adaptation strategies of commercial poultry farms in southwest Nigeria to higher temperatures. The findings reveal that poultry farmers have implemented various measures to cope with heat stress, such as keeping drinking water cool, maintaining cool building temperature with increased ventilation, and providing birds with medicines and supplements. Small farms tend to adopt simple and cost-effective practices, while large farms opt for more advanced and expensive approaches.
ENVIRONMENT DEVELOPMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY
(2022)
Article
Agricultural Economics & Policy
Lenis Saweda O. Liverpool-Tasie, Ahmed Salim Nuhu, Titus Awokuse, Thomas Jayne, Milu Muyanga, Adebayo Aromolaran, Adesoji Adelaja
Summary: This research explores the impact of medium-scale farms (MSFs) on neighboring small-scale farms (SSFs) in Africa, focusing on the mechanisms driving potential spillover effects. The empirical findings show that training from MSFs and purchasing inputs from them are crucial for the productivity and welfare of smallholder farms.
JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL ECONOMICS
(2023)
Article
Agricultural Economics & Policy
Charuta M. Parkhi, Lenis Saweda O. Liverpool-Tasie, Thomas Reardon
Summary: This study examines antibiotic use in Nigerian poultry farming, finding that nontherapeutic antibiotic use is rapidly expanding among small farms and widespread among medium and large chicken farmers. The study also highlights the role of information dissemination through social networks and extension services in promoting the efficient use of antibiotics.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Lenis Saweda O. Liverpool-Tasie, Thomas Reardon, Charuta M. Parkhi, Michael Dolislager
Summary: Consumption patterns in Nigeria indicate that millets, rice, cassava, and tubers are more important for the poorest Nigerians than imported wheat. Therefore, policies should prioritize supporting the production of coarse grain and rice instead of focusing on dislodging wheat imports.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Abigail Bennett, Emma Rice, Park Muhonda, Emmanuel Kaunda, Sam Katengeza, Lenis Saweda O. Liverpool-Tasie, Ben Belton, Dana M. Infante, Jared Ross, John Virdin, Edith Gondwe
Summary: Aquatic foods play a critical role in food and nutrition security in Malawi. A spatial analysis of food flows reveals that usipa reaches more consumers than chambo, especially in rural areas, due to factors such as higher number of markets, nutrient content, and overall supply, as well as lower retail prices and volumes.