Sustainable Intensification: A New Paradigm for African Agriculture
This report advocates for Sustainable Intensification as a new paradigm for African agriculture, aiming to increase food production with less environmental impact and improved resource use.
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| Quick Facts | |
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| Report location: | source |
| Language: | English |
| Publisher: |
Agriculture For Impact |
| Authors: | Montpellier Panel |
| Geographic focus: | Sub-saharan Africa, Africa |
Methods
The research method used in the report involves a comprehensive review and analysis of existing agricultural practices, data on food production and security, and case studies of successful sustainable intensification initiatives in Africa.
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Key Insights
The Montpellier Panel's 2013 report proposes Sustainable Intensification as a vital approach to address food insecurity in Africa. It emphasizes the need for more efficient food production that conserves natural resources and improves future generations' livelihoods. The report discusses intensification methods, the importance of sustainable practices, and the role of technological and socio-economic strategies in achieving food and nutrition security. It also provides recommendations for governments, the private sector, and other stakeholders to support sustainable intensification through policies, investments, and scaling up effective technologies.
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Additional Viewpoints
Categories: Africa geographic scope | English publication language | Sub-saharan Africa geographic scope | agricultural practices | climate change | environmental impact | environmental protection | food insecurity | food production | food security | malnutrition | nutrition improvement | policy recommendations | resource conservation | rural poverty | socio-economic strategies | sustainability | sustainable intensification | technological strategies