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Climate change awareness and adaptation strategies by smallholder farmers in semi-arid areas of Zimbabwe
Sandra Makaita Madamombe, Stanley Karanja Ng’ang’a, Ingrid Öborn, George Nyamadzawo, Ngonidzashe Chirinda, Job Kihara & Libère Nkurunziza
Article: 2293588
Published online: 12 Jan 2024
AbstractforClimate change awareness and adaptation strategies by smallholder farmers in semi-arid areas of Zimbabwe | Full Text | References | PDF (2.5 MB) | EPUB
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A decade of maize yield gap studies in sub-Saharan Africa: how are farm-level factors considered?
Ola Hall, Ibrahim Wahab, Sigrun Dahlin, Per Hillbur, Magnus Jirström & Ingrid Öborn
Article: 2293591
Published online: 28 Dec 2023
AbstractforA decade of maize yield gap studies in sub-Saharan Africa: how are farm-level factors considered? | Full Text | References | PDF (2 MB) | EPUB | Supplemental
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Improving agricultural sustainability through farm mergers: an energy efficiency perspective
Amar Oukil, Ahmed Nourani, Ahmed Amin Soltani, Mohamed-Rachid Boulassel & Abdelaali Bencheikh
Article: 2293598
Published online: 27 Dec 2023
AbstractforImproving agricultural sustainability through farm mergers: an energy efficiency perspective | Full Text | References | PDF (2.2 MB) | EPUB | Supplemental
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Climate smart crop-livestock integrated farming as a sustainable agricultural strategy for humid tropical islands
T. P. Swarnam, A. Velmurugan, T. Subramani, N. Ravisankar, N. Subash, A. S. Pawar, P. Perumal, I. Jaisankar & S. Dam Roy
Article: 2298189
Published online: 01 Jan 2024
AbstractforClimate smart crop-livestock integrated farming as a sustainable agricultural strategy for humid tropical islands | Full Text | References | PDF (1.6 MB) | EPUB | Supplemental
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The role of agro-input dealer certification in promoting sustainable pest control: insights from Uganda
Justice A. Tambo, Keith A. Holmes, Caroline Aliamo, Fredrick Mbugua, Christine Alokit, Fred Muzira, Andrew Byamugisha & Paul Mwambu
Article: 2299181
Published online: 05 Jan 2024
AbstractforThe role of agro-input dealer certification in promoting sustainable pest control: insights from Uganda | Full Text | References | PDF (1.6 MB) | EPUB
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Farm characteristics shape farmers’ cover crop choices in Finland
Pirjo Peltonen-Sainio, Lauri Jauhiainen, Juuso Joona, Tuomas J. Mattila, Tony Hydén & Hannu Känkänen
Article: 2299596
Published online: 04 Jan 2024
AbstractforFarm characteristics shape farmers’ cover crop choices in Finland | Full Text | References | PDF (2.9 MB) | EPUB | Supplemental
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Integrating farmers’ perception of sustainable agricultural technologies towards the development of sustainable tea production in China
Ishmael Arhin, Elizabeth Yeboah, Xinqiu Liu, Aijun Liu, Xuan Chen & Xinghui Li
Article: 2303886
Published online: 30 Jan 2024
AbstractforIntegrating farmers’ perception of sustainable agricultural technologies towards the development of sustainable tea production in China | Full Text | References | PDF (1,021.6 KB) | EPUB
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Influence of perceived value of rural labour in China on the labourers’ willingness to return to their hometown: the moderating effect of social support
Zhaoxin Zhang & Lei Wang
Article: 2303892
Published online: 18 Jan 2024
AbstractforInfluence of perceived value of rural labour in China on the labourers’ willingness to return to their hometown: the moderating effect of social support | Full Text | References | PDF (1.5 MB) | EPUB
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Sustainable business model strategy for resilience among pisciculture firms in Thailand
Kittichai Rajchamaha, Montiean Pornparnomchai, Kridtaphob Vorrakkatham, Chakrit Pichyangkul, Burim Otakanon, Parmapon Raungpaka, Peerasut Bunkaewsuk, Wuthikorn Wajarothai, Titipon Boonlertvanit & Angkrit Saengpradab
Article: 2303894
Published online: 18 Jan 2024
AbstractforSustainable business model strategy for resilience among pisciculture firms in Thailand | Full Text | References | PDF (953.3 KB) | EPUB
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Green pesticide practices and sustainability: empirical insights into agricultural services in China
Yi-Feng Zhang & Yong-Hu Zhang
Article: 2306713
Published online: 30 Jan 2024
AbstractforGreen pesticide practices and sustainability: empirical insights into agricultural services in China | Full Text | References | PDF (675.4 KB) | EPUB
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Transitioning opportunities for sub-Saharan Africa’s small-scale urban pig farming towards a sustainable circular bioeconomy
Rebecca Mmamakgone Mathobela, Annelin Henriehetta Molotsi, Munyaradzi Chris Marufu, Phillip Evert Strydom & Cletos Mapiye
Article: 2315918
Published online: 27 Feb 2024
AbstractforTransitioning opportunities for sub-Saharan Africa’s small-scale urban pig farming towards a sustainable circular bioeconomy | Full Text | References | PDF (2.3 MB) | EPUB
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The association of farmers’ cognition, intention and behaviour towards sustainable intensification of cultivated land use in Shandong Province, China
Xiao Lyu, Yuan Liu & Wenlong Peng
Article: 2318930
Published online: 02 Mar 2024
AbstractforThe association of farmers’ cognition, intention and behaviour towards sustainable intensification of cultivated land use in Shandong Province, China | Full Text | References | PDF (2 MB) | EPUB
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Farm gate profitability of organic and conventional farming systems in the tropics
Amritbir Riar, Eva Goldmann, David Bautze, Johanna Rüegg, Gurbir S. Bhullar, Noah Adamtey, Monika Schneider, Beate Huber & Laura Armengot
Article: 2318933
Published online: 12 Mar 2024
AbstractforFarm gate profitability of organic and conventional farming systems in the tropics | Full Text | References | PDF (618.5 KB) | EPUB | Supplemental
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Barriers to the adoption of multiple agricultural innovations: insights from Bt cotton, wheat seeds, herbicides and no-tillage in Pakistan
Muhammad Bilal & Tinoush Jamali Jaghdani
Article: 2318934
Published online: 02 Apr 2024
AbstractforBarriers to the adoption of multiple agricultural innovations: insights from Bt cotton, wheat seeds, herbicides and no-tillage in Pakistan | Full Text | References | PDF (2 MB) | EPUB
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Placing community supported agriculture in local food systems
Jairus Rossi & Tim Woods
Article: 2318936
Published online: 23 Feb 2024
AbstractforPlacing community supported agriculture in local food systems | Full Text | References | PDF (1.1 MB) | EPUB
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Bundling of inputs and services for sustainable smallholder agriculture: the concepts, theoretical arguments and bundle designs using conjoint analysis
Tamiru Amanu Abetu, Paul T.M. Ingenbleek, K.E. Giller, Ivo A. van der Lans & Endalkachew Wolde-Meskel
Article: 2322193
Published online: 02 Mar 2024
AbstractforBundling of inputs and services for sustainable smallholder agriculture: the concepts, theoretical arguments and bundle designs using conjoint analysis | Full Text | References | PDF (945.8 KB) | EPUB
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A theory-driven framework for the design and implementation of successful agri-environmental programmes: results of a realist review
Bibi Witvliet, Huub Ploegmakers & Sander Meijerink
Article: 2322251
Published online: 27 May 2024
AbstractforA theory-driven framework for the design and implementation of successful agri-environmental programmes: results of a realist review | Full Text | References | PDF (467 KB) | EPUB | Supplemental
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Drivers and barriers to adoption of regenerative agriculture: cases studies on lessons learned from organic
Shawna Lemke, Nathan Smith, Christian Thiim & Katie Stump
Article: 2324216
Published online: 15 Mar 2024
AbstractforDrivers and barriers to adoption of regenerative agriculture: cases studies on lessons learned from organic | Full Text | References | PDF (485.2 KB) | EPUB | Supplemental
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Constraints to agricultural finance in underdeveloped and developing countries: a systematic literature review
Farman Ullah Khan, Muhammad Nouman, Lucia Negrut, Junaid Abban, Laura Mariana Cismas & Muhammad Fahad Siddiqi
Article: 2329388
Published online: 26 Mar 2024
AbstractforConstraints to agricultural finance in underdeveloped and developing countries: a systematic literature review | Full Text | References | PDF (2 MB) | EPUB
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Farmers’ intentions to adopt Triple S for sweetpotato seed conservation
Sarah Mayanja, Janet Mwende, Norman Kwikiriza, Julius Okello, Guy Hareau & Joseph Ssekandi
Article: 2329389
Published online: 16 Apr 2024
AbstractforFarmers’ intentions to adopt Triple S for sweetpotato seed conservation | Full Text | References | PDF (1.1 MB) | EPUB | Supplemental
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Causes and solutions for fruit and vegetable waste: a participatory approach with Romanian farmers for sustainable agriculture
Ruxandra Malina Petrescu-Mag, Dacinia Crina Petrescu, Iulia Ajtai, Carmen Andreea Roba, Oana Adriana Gica, Lucian Cuibus, Ancuta Tenter, Valentin Toader, Adina Letitia Negrusa & Nicoleta Bican-Brișan
Article: 2329391
Published online: 26 Mar 2024
AbstractforCauses and solutions for fruit and vegetable waste: a participatory approach with Romanian farmers for sustainable agriculture | Full Text | References | PDF (3.2 MB) | EPUB
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Mediterranean farmers’ understandings of ‘good soil management’ and ‘good farmer’ identity in the context of conservation agriculture
Emmeline Topp, Ana Stephan, Elsa Varela, Harun Cicek & Tobias Plieninger
Article: 2335083
Published online: 17 Apr 2024
AbstractforMediterranean farmers’ understandings of ‘good soil management’ and ‘good farmer’ identity in the context of conservation agriculture | Full Text | References | PDF (1.3 MB) | EPUB | Supplemental
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The introduction of legume-based crop rotations: an impact assessment on cereal cropping farms in Finland
Domna Tzemi, Janne Rämö, Taru Palosuo, Pirjo Peltonen-Sainio, Henrik Wejberg & Heikki Lehtonen
Article: 2335085
Published online: 30 Apr 2024
AbstractforThe introduction of legume-based crop rotations: an impact assessment on cereal cropping farms in Finland | Full Text | References | PDF (6.9 MB) | EPUB
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Assessing the effectiveness of cover crops on ecosystem services: a review of the benefits, challenges, and trade-offs
Maryam Yousefi, Anne Dray & Jaboury Ghazoul
Article: 2335106
Published online: 10 Apr 2024
AbstractforAssessing the effectiveness of cover crops on ecosystem services: a review of the benefits, challenges, and trade-offs | Full Text | References | PDF (1.7 MB) | EPUB | Supplemental
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Seed delivery system in northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo: characteristics, stakeholders mapping and challenges towards building a well-functioning seed system under humanitarian and security crises
Jean M. Mondo, Adrien B. Ndeko, Rodrigue B. Ayagirwe, Henri M. Matiti, Chance Bahati & René M. Civava
Article: 2335128
Published online: 02 Apr 2024
AbstractforSeed delivery system in northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo: characteristics, stakeholders mapping and challenges towards building a well-functioning seed system under humanitarian and security crises | Full Text | References | PDF (3 MB) | EPUB | Supplemental
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Optimizing sustainability of land resource utilization: a comprehensive analysis of practices in the Tarim Basin, China
Yifei Song, Weicheng Wu, Yanfei Zhang, Minqiang Zhu, Xinxin Ke, Yuan Li, Yecheng He, Cuimin Zhou, Wenjing Li, Rong Jing, Peixia Song, Linqian Fu, Chunling Mao, Meng Xie, Xiaoping Song, Aiqing Chen, Sicheng Li, Aohui Li & Yingxu Song
Article: 2335140
Published online: 02 Apr 2024
AbstractforOptimizing sustainability of land resource utilization: a comprehensive analysis of practices in the Tarim Basin, China | Full Text | References | PDF (1.2 MB) | EPUB
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Changes in crop mix and the effects on agricultural carbon emissions in China
Fei Meng, Hang Chen, Yongzhong Tan & Wenying Xiong
Article: 2335141
Published online: 30 Apr 2024
AbstractforChanges in crop mix and the effects on agricultural carbon emissions in China | Full Text | References | PDF (3.4 MB) | EPUB | Supplemental
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Impact of participatory guarantee systems on sustainability outcomes: the case of vegetable farming in Vietnam
Christian Grovermann, Pham Van Hoi, Nguyen Thi Bich Yen, Pepijn Schreinemachers, Minh Ngo Hai & Pierre Ferrand
Article: 2338028
Published online: 09 Apr 2024
AbstractforImpact of participatory guarantee systems on sustainability outcomes: the case of vegetable farming in Vietnam | Full Text | References | PDF (1.6 MB) | EPUB
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Exploring climate change resilience of major crops in Somalia: implications for ensuring food security
Abdikafi Hassan Abdi, Mohamed Okash Sugow & Dhaqane Roble Halane
Article: 2338030
Published online: 16 Apr 2024
AbstractforExploring climate change resilience of major crops in Somalia: implications for ensuring food security | Full Text | References | PDF (1.5 MB) | EPUB
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Farmer experiences with goat raising in Lao PDR: implications for improving husbandry and sustaining viable systems
Eoin Liehr, Joanne Millar, Stephen Walkden-Brown, Malavanh Chittavong & Luisa Olmo
Article: 2344778
Published online: 30 Apr 2024
AbstractforFarmer experiences with goat raising in Lao PDR: implications for improving husbandry and sustaining viable systems | Full Text | References | PDF (1.5 MB) | EPUB | Supplemental
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Biofertilization increases soil organic carbon concentrations: results of a meta-analysis
Berta Singla Just, Evan Alexander Netherton Marks, Laura Roquer-Beni, Laia Llenas, Sergio Ponsà & Rosa Vilaplana
Article: 2361578
Published online: 13 Jun 2024
AbstractforBiofertilization increases soil organic carbon concentrations: results of a meta-analysis | Full Text | References | PDF (1.3 MB) | EPUB | Supplemental
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Agribusiness analysis of seed producer supports increased soybean production in East Java production centre areas
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Article: 2361581
Published online: 12 Jun 2024
AbstractforAgribusiness analysis of seed producer supports increased soybean production in East Java production centre areas | Full Text | References | PDF (1 MB) | EPUB
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Article: 2368351
Published online: 27 Jun 2024
AbstractforBarriers and enablers of digital extension services’ adoption among smallholder farmers: the case of Cambodia, the Philippines and Vietnam | Full Text | References | PDF (1.3 MB) | EPUB | Supplemental
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Article: 2371703
Published online: 04 Jul 2024
AbstractforParticipatory value chain development. Insights from community-based enterprise in rural Thailand | Full Text | References | PDF (1.3 MB) | EPUB
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Article: 2379863
Published online: 22 Jul 2024
AbstractforAssessment of sustainability in cocoa farms in Ecuador: application of a multidimensional indicator-based framework | Full Text | References | PDF (1.4 MB) | EPUB | Supplemental
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Article: 2379893
Published online: 22 Jul 2024
AbstractforMotivations for women’s participation in urban agriculture: a multivariate probit model analysis | Full Text | References | PDF (572.1 KB) | EPUB
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