Description: Adapting to Climate Uncertainty in African Agriculture : Narratives and Knowledge Politics, Paperback by Whitfield, Stephen, ISBN 1138849332, ISBN-13 9781138849334, Like New Used, Free shipping in the US This book examines the challenges of adaptation in smallholder farming in Africa, analysing the social, economic, political and climatic uncertainties that impact on agriculture in the region and the range of solutions proposed. Drawing on case studies of genetically modified crops, cash-crop alternatives to maize, and conservation agriculture in eastern and southern Africa, th identifies how uncertainties are framed 'from above’ as well experienced 'from below’, by farmers themselves. It draws out conclusions that will be highly relevant for research and humanitarian investments, as well as national and international agricultural policies.
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Book Title: Adapting to Climate Uncertainty in African Agriculture : Narrativ
Number of Pages: 190 Pages
Language: English
Publication Name: Adapting to Climate Uncertainty in African Agriculture : Narratives and Knowledge Politics
Publisher: Routledge
Item Height: 0.5 in
Subject: Agriculture / Agronomy / Crop Science, Agriculture / Sustainable Agriculture, Agriculture / General, Global Warming & Climate Change, Public Policy / Environmental Policy, Development / Sustainable Development
Publication Year: 2015
Item Weight: 11.2 Oz
Type: Textbook
Author: Stephen Whitfield
Subject Area: Political Science, Technology & Engineering, Science, Business & Economics
Item Length: 9.1 in
Series: Pathways to Sustainability Ser.
Item Width: 6.3 in
Format: Trade Paperback
