CATEGORIES
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PR: 8
| Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) Mission is to contribute to food security and poverty eradication in developing countries through research, partnership, capacity building, and policy support, and promoting sustainable agricultural development based on the environmentally sound management of natural resources. - Read more http://www.cgiar.org |
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PR: 8
| Digital Green A research project that uses participatory videos to promote sustainable agricultural practices in small and marginal farming communities. - Read more http://research.microsoft.com |
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PR: 7
| Bureau of Rural Sciences (BRS) - Australia Provides scientific advice for the sustainable development of Australia's agricultural, fisheries and forestry industries. - Read more http://www.daff.gov.au |
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PR: 7
| Center for Agroecology and Sustainable Food Systems Organization dedicated to increasing ecological sustainability and social justice in the food and agriculture system. Situated at the University of California, Santa Cruz, it undertakes research, education and community outreach and runs an organic garden and farm. - Read more http://casfs.ucsc.edu |
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PR: 7
| The Contribution of Soil and Water Conservation to Sustainable Livelihoods in Semi-arid Areas of Sub-Saharan Africa Study discusses the positive influences and constraints for farmers to use soil and water conservation within Uganda and Tanzania. [PDF] - Read more http://www.odi.org.uk |
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PR: 7
| GSC Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security Program in Tanzania Project for volunteers to participate in developing sustainable farming methods in Tanzania. - Read more http://www.globalservicecorps.org |
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PR: 7
| IIED: Food and Agriculture The International Institute for Environment and Development is a research organization aiming to develop more effective and equitable forms of agriculture and natural resource management. - Read more http://www.iied.org |
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PR: 6
| Adding Value to Farm Products This article describes some different approaches to increasing the output from a farm in a sustainable way. [PDF] - Read more http://attra.ncat.org |
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PR: 6
| Agroecology An explanation of the principles of sustainable farming, the ways in which resource use can be minimised, and local biodiversity preserved. - Read more http://www.cnr.berkeley.edu |
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PR: 6
| Alternative Farming Systems Information Center USDA, National Agricultural Library site about sustainable and organic food production systems and practices. - Read more http://afsic.nal.usda.gov |
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PR: 6
| ATTRA - National Sustainable Agriculture Information Service A sustainable agriculture information center that provides technical assistance to farmers, market gardeners and extension agents on farming topics: sustainable, organic, alternative, crops, livestock, and pest control. - Read more http://www.attra.org |
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PR: 6
| Biodynamic Farming and Gardening Association U.S. non-profit organization formed to foster knowledge of biodynamic methods of agriculture, horticulture and forestry and undertake educational activities. Produces a journal and promotes CSA. - Read more http://www.biodynamics.com |
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PR: 6
| Center for Integrated Agricultural Systems A sustainable agriculture research center at the University of Wisconsin. Details of research, local involvement. - Read more http://www.cias.wisc.edu |
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PR: 6
| Centre for Information on Low External Input and Sustainable Agriculture Aims for poverty alleviation through the promotion of agro-ecological approaches. Includes a collection of links, book reviews, and other information. - Read more http://www.leisa.info |
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PR: 6
| Donald Danforth Plant Science Center Mission is to increase understanding of plant biology; apply new knowledge to help sustain productivity in agriculture, forestry and allied fields; facilitate the rapid development and commercialization of promising technologies and products; contribute to the education and training of students, scientists and technicians from around the world. - Read more http://www.danforthcenter.org |
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PR: 6
| Grace Factory Farm Project Information, ideas, and strategies for activists opposed to factory farming. Topics cover the environmental, health, economic, social and animal welfare costs of large-scale animal production, as well as trends toward sustainable alternatives to factory farms. - Read more http://www.factoryfarm.org |
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PR: 5
| The Agribusiness Accountability Initiative AAI offers an overview of problems and solutions related to transnational agro-food conglomerates and their power over agriculture and food. - Read more http://www.agribusinessaccountability.org |
PR: 5
| The Beginning Farmer Blog about a novice farmer's experiences. - Read more http://thebeginningfarmer.blogspot.com |
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PR: 5
| Biologicals Report A study to see, if using trace elements or microbes as replacements for chemicals in feed, pest control, and fertilizer would be financially profitable. Includes summary report. Some pages in PDF format only. - Read more http://www.pfi.iastate.edu |
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PR: 5
| Centre for Sustainable Agriculture Organization that works with small and marginal farmers in India. Provides details of projects, sustainable technologies and major areas of work being undertaken. - Read more http://www.csa-india.org |