USAID. Bur. for Science and Technology. Ofc. of Agriculture

Evaluates performance of Mississippi State Univ on a project to provide technical assistance in seed program/industry planning, implementation and evaluation leading toward a responsible seed production industry. (DEC abstract (PD-AAC-617-E1))

A 211(D) GRANT TO NORTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY TO BUILD INSTITUTIONAL CAPACITY IN SOIL FERTILITY RELATING PLANT NUTRITION TO THE PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF HUMID TROPICAL SOILS. (DEC abstract (PD-AAC-579-B1))

THIS IS THE FIRST PUBLISHED ANNUAL REPORT OF THE ASIAN VEGETABLE RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER (AVRDC). (DEC abstract (PN-AAB-817))

INTERNATIONAL LIVESTOCK CENTER FOR AFRICA (ILCA) MANDATED TO ASSIST NATIONAL EFFORTS TO IMPROVE LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION AND MARKETING SYSTEMS IN TROPICAL AFRICA. (DEC abstract (PD-AAF-201-B1))

Reviews the newest technologies for granular urea production and discusses advantages (notably economic) or granulation over conventional prilling process. (DEC abstract (PN-AAG-079))

Although as much as 50% of all cassava is produced in small farm, multiple cropping systems, most cassava research has been monocrop oriented. (DEC abstract (PN-AAJ-140))

THIS IS AN ILLUSTRATED MANUAL OF PROCEDURES FOR CONDUCTING FIELD RESEARCH ON WEED CONTROL METHODS. (DEC abstract (PN-AAC-874))

Contributing to the goals of the International Meloidogyne Project, this report assesses the relative importance of various Meloidogyne species (root-knot nematodes) and provides information on their identification, morphology… (DEC abstract (PN-AAK-809))

THIS BIBLIOGRAPHY INCLUDES OVER THREE THOUSAND REFERENCES IN BOTH ENGLISH AND SPANISH IN SUCH AREAS AS DOCUMENTATION, EVALUATION, FOREST RESOURCES, FORAGE GRASSES, AND PLANT BREEDING. (DEC abstract (PN-AAE-483))

GRANT AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE PROVIDED TO GOVT OF CAMEROON TO INSTITUTIONALIZE A FULLY FUNCTIONING PLANNING AND STATISTICS UNIT WITHIN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE. (DEC abstract (PD-AAF-109))

Includes 27 reports on basic knowledge, methodology, and recent findings relating to mineral deficiencies and toxicities in Latin America. (DEC abstract (PN-AAG-333))

An indirect enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) has been developed to identify strains of Rhizobium in culture and lentil nodules. (DEC abstract (PN-AAG-678))

To help determine appropriate strategies for improving smallholder goat production, a farming system study was conducted in the northern part of Bahia state, Brazil. (DEC abstract (PN-AAQ-444))

The bulk of this 1985 annual report details ILRAD's work since 1980 on two major livestock diseases. (DEC abstract (PN-AAV-768))

India's successive Five-Year Plans have sought to balance agricultural growth with social justice. (DEC abstract (PN-AAL-295))

Cooperative agreement with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Soil Conservation Services (SCS), to improve the classification and management of soils in tropical and subtropical countries. (DEC abstract (PD-AAG-241-A1))

A 12-item bibliography (1972-79) is included on page 19 of project paper (PD-AAG-241-A1), describing a project to improve soil management and classification systems in tropical and subtropical LDC's. (DEC abstract (XD-AAG-241-1))

Project to conduct research in the humid tropics and the semi-arid tropics in order to develop management techniques to increase the productivity of these marginal soils. (DEC abstract (PD-AAL-233))

Recently developed Kabuli chickpea (Cicer arietinum) lines resistant to Aschochyta blight enhance the feasibility of winter chickpea cropping in Northern Syria. (DEC abstract (PN-AAN-860))

A workshop, a report on which is presented herein, was held in Bellagio, Italy, in 11/81 to discuss the findings of a consultant's report on the serious shortage of social scientists in Africa. (DEC abstract (PN-AAP-324))

To determine the extent to which credit can supplement limited farm savings to allow the adoption of modern technology and so raise food production and farm income in the Third World, three linear programming models (described herein) were… (DEC abstract (PN-AAN-839))

A brief history of A.I.D. irrigation projects in Bangladesh prefaces this analysis of development options (e.g., irrigated vs. rainfed farming, expansion vs. intensification of irrigation) and investment strategies (e.g., direct and… (DEC abstract (PN-AAP-142))

Data from interviews with 52 male and 72 female household heads in three small communities are used to describe cropping systems, especially for sorghum, in the Pespire region of southern Honduras and ways they can be improved to help the… (DEC abstract (PN-AAP-595))

Postharvest food loss, intertwined with the overall marketing and distribution systems, is a serious problem in the eastern Caribbean. (DEC abstract (PN-AAK-114))

Project to obtain the services of U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) cereal grain, grain legume, and oilseed experts to assist A.I.D.'s Agriculture Production Division, Regional Bureaus, Missions, and LDC's. (DEC abstract (PD-AAL-850))

Worldwide increases in the cost of nitrogen fertilizer have led to renewed interest in biological nitrogen fixation as an alternative fertilizer source. (DEC abstract (PN-AAL-834))

The potential for modernizing and improving tank (small reservoir) irrigation in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu is assessed. (DEC abstract (PN-AAN-638))

Farming systems research currently employs one of two methodologies at the pre-intervention stage: (1) rapid diagnostic research, which is practical but unprincipled; and (2) sample surveys, which are principled but unrealistic. (DEC abstract (PN-AAV-545))

The objective of this paper is to demonstrate the use of four analytical techniques to integrate biological and economic data. (DEC abstract (PN-ABL-535))

In traditional fishing societies, productive activities are not limited to the harvesting of fish but may include related processing, marketing, and vessel upkeep as well as manufacturing, horticulture, and animal husbandry. (DEC abstract (PN-AAS-290))

Famines are generally caused by decline in food production in successive years brought about by poor weather, war, or both. (DEC abstract (PN-AAY-461))

Project to improve the design, implementation, and evaluation of farming systems research and extension (FSR/E) activities. (DEC abstract (PD-AAL-883))

Nine principles for irrigation water management drawn from A.I.D.'s successful Small Farm, Self-Help Irrigation program in Guatemala are presented and discussed. (DEC abstract (PN-AAT-992))

Evaluates project to develop institutional capabilities within the Egyptian Ministry of Agriculture (MOA) to plan and implement agricultural development systems (ADS's). (DEC abstract (PD-AAN-365))

Project to improve the ability of USAID's and LDC decisionmakers to analyze key policies affecting agricultural development. (DEC abstract (PD-AAM-322))

The development and transfer of improved technology to farmers is a critical factor in agricultural development, but in many developing countries the process is poorly understood and in need of reassessment. (DEC abstract (PN-AAT-659))

Project to help the Government of the Dominican Republic's (GODR) National Agricultural Council (CNA) upgrade its policymaking capability. (DEC abstract (PD-AAP-865))

Evaluates the International Benchmark Sites Network for Agrotechnology Transfer (IBSNAT) project to utilize computer technology to develop a systems approach for transferring agricultural technology. (DEC abstract (PD-AAW-099))

Plant-parasitic nematodes are major constraints to the productivity of tropical farming operations.  Intensive land use and climatic conditions favorable to nematode development contribute to increased crop losses due to these pests.… (DEC abstract (PB-AAA-555))

Biotechnology can contribute significantly to the doubling of world food production that is likely to be needed in the next 40-50 years. (DEC abstract (PN-ABC-417))

Project to strengthen LDC capabilities to develop and implement efficient, environmentally sound pest control programs. (DEC abstract (PD-AAQ-761))

Project, follow-on to project 9364120, to improve LDC capabilities to develop and use vertebrate pest management (VPM) systems to reduce pre- and postharvest losses. (DEC abstract (PD-AAS-014))

Poorly designed communications programs frequently impede the transfer of improved agricultural technology to farmers. (DEC abstract (PN-AAZ-360))

What is needed to improve the public policies and programs aimed at building new and rehabilitating existing small-scale irrigation systems? (DEC abstract (PN-AAZ-352))

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the feasibility of expanding the activities of the Farming Systems Research Division (DRSPR) into the Mopti region (fifth region). (DEC abstract (PN-ABE-360))

This report analyzes the institutional context of A.I.D.'s Agricultural Sector Development Grant (ASDG) Program in Niger to determine if changes need to be made before implementation of a planned Phase II. (DEC abstract (PN-ABD-550))