Farming Systems In The Nigerian Savanna

Research And Strategies For Development

AvDavid Norman

Häftad, Engelska, 2021

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Presenting the case for a farming systems approach to research in developing countries, this book considers the role of new technology and appropriate development strategies in improving agricultural production and the welfare of farming families in the semi-arid tropical region of West Africa.

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Utgivningsdatum:2021-05-31
Mått:142 x 221 x undefined mm
Vikt:560 g
Format:Häftad
Språk:Engelska
Antal sidor:276
Förlag:Taylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN:9780367170042

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David W. Norman is professor of agricultural economics at Kansas State University. Emmy B. Simmons is an agricultural economist in the Program and Policy Coordination Bureau of the U.S. Agency for International Development in Washington, D.C. Henry M. Hays is associate professor and head of the Department of Economics and Business at Bethany College.

Innehållsförteckning

1. Introduction: Farming Systems, Agricultural Research and Development Objectives 2. The Farming Systems Approach to Research 3. Agroecology of the Nigerian Savanna 4. Farming Communities and Institutional Arrangements in Northern Nigeria 5. Farming Systems in Three Zaria Villages, Northern Nigeria 6. Diversity and the Context for Change in Farming Systems 7. Improved Technology: Assessing Suitability by using a Farming Systems Approach 8. Promoting Agricultural Development