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First published in 1989, this book deals with the impact of cereal
production upon the Third World, specifically 'Modern Varieties'
(MVs). Using evidence from plant breeding, economics and nutrition
science, the authors seek to pinpoint what has been achieved, what
has gone wrong and what needs to be done in future. Although the
technical innovations of MVs mean more employment, cheaper food and
less risk for small farmers, the reduction in crop diversity
increases the risk of danger from pests and though MVs enlarge
cereal stocks, many are too poor to afford them. The book concludes
that technical breakthroughs alone won't solve deep-rooted social
problems and that only new policies and research priorities will
increase the choices, assets and power of the rural poor.
Seasonality is a severe constraint to sustainable rural livelihoods
and a driver of poverty and hunger, particularly in the tropics.
Many poor people in developing countries are ill equipped to cope
with seasonal variations which can lead to drought or flood and
consequences for agriculture, employment, food supply and the
spread of disease. The subject has assumed increasing importance as
climate change and other forms of development disrupt established
seasonal patterns and variations. This book is the first systematic
study of seasonality for over twenty years, and it aims to revive
academic interest and policy awareness of this crucial but
neglected issue. Thematic chapters explore recent shifts with
profound implications for seasonality, including climate change,
HIV/AIDS, and social protection. Case study chapters explore
seasonal dimensions of livelihoods in Africa (Ethiopia, Kenya,
Malawi), Asia (Bangladesh, China, India), and Latin America (Peru).
Others assess policy responses to adverse seasonality, for example
through irrigation, migration and seasonally-sensitive education.
The book also includes innovative tools for monitoring seasonality,
which should enable more appropriate responses.
First published in 1989, this book deals with the impact of cereal
production upon the Third World, specifically 'Modern Varieties'
(MVs). Using evidence from plant breeding, economics and nutrition
science, the authors seek to pinpoint what has been achieved, what
has gone wrong and what needs to be done in future. Although the
technical innovations of MVs mean more employment, cheaper food and
less risk for small farmers, the reduction in crop diversity
increases the risk of danger from pests and though MVs enlarge
cereal stocks, many are too poor to afford them. The book concludes
that technical breakthroughs alone won't solve deep-rooted social
problems and that only new policies and research priorities will
increase the choices, assets and power of the rural poor.
Seasonality is a severe constraint to sustainable rural livelihoods
and a driver of poverty and hunger, particularly in the tropics.
Many poor people in developing countries are ill equipped to cope
with seasonal variations which can lead to drought or flood and
consequences for agriculture, employment, food supply and the
spread of disease. The subject has assumed increasing importance as
climate change and other forms of development disrupt established
seasonal patterns and variations. This book is the first systematic
study of seasonality for over twenty years, and it aims to revive
academic interest and policy awareness of this crucial but
neglected issue. Thematic chapters explore recent shifts with
profound implications for seasonality, including climate change,
HIV/AIDS, and social protection. Case study chapters explore
seasonal dimensions of livelihoods in Africa (Ethiopia, Kenya,
Malawi), Asia (Bangladesh, China, India), and Latin America (Peru).
Others assess policy responses to adverse seasonality, for example
through irrigation, migration and seasonally-sensitive education.
The book also includes innovative tools for monitoring seasonality,
which should enable more appropriate responses.
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