Posted in EVENTS on Jun 21st, 2010
by Nadia Manning-Thomas
“Maps are cognitive guides. They locate us, helping us to figure out where we are now in relation to where we’ve been, and to plan where we’re going.”
The quote above is from the book “Outcome Mapping: Building learning and reflection into development programs, by Sarah Earl, Fred Carden and Terry Smutylo” and fits well [...]
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Posted in NEWS on Mar 17th, 2010
If you’re passionate about Geographical Information Services (GIS) and how it can be applied for the benefit of agricultural development, there will be something for you at the upcoming Africa Agriculture GIS Week (AAGW) 2010. Whether you’re a seasoned professional, a student with a keen interest in the discipline, or anyone else with an enthusiasm [...]
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Posted in INTERVIEWS, QUICKWIN PROJECTS on Mar 9th, 2010
While Asia and Latin America have benefited from the Green Revolution, agricultural yields in Africa have increased little over the last half century. This gap is due, in part, to the current state of African research systems. Improved systems will lead to increased yields, a solution that African governments and donors already recognize.
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