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Appropriate biotechnology in small-scale agriculture : how to reorient research and development /

Bunders, Joske F. G.

Appropriate biotechnology in small-scale agriculture : how to reorient research and development / edited by Joske F. G. Bunders and Jacqueline E. W. Broerse - xi, 153 pages ; 24 cm

Potential of biotechnology for small-scale agriculture, Jacqueline E.W. Broerse and Joske F.G. Bunders. Part 1: towards criteria for assessment of project proposals, Jacqueline E.W. Broerse, et al; a case study - yam tissue culture in the Caribbean; guidelines for assessment of project proposals; practical implications. Part 2: an interactive bottom-up approach in agricultural research, Joske F.G. Bunders, et al; different approaches to technology development for Third World agriculture; implementation strategies for innovative projects; interactive bottom-up approach; concluding remarks.

Agricultural biotechnology is largely oriented to the needs and economies of the developed world. To benefit small-scale farmers in developing countries, technologies need to take into account prevailing conditions and make the best use of local resources. This book addresses these problems.

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Agricultural biotechnology
Farms, small

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