Does Africa need a green revolution? : poverty, land degradation and the Millennium Development Goals
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Abstract:
This article argues that a focus on the MDGs implies a focus on drylands, degraded land and the sustainability of agricultural production. The food crisis is not only about increasing productivity, but also about diversity, self-reliance, and food distribution. Donor strategies should empower the rural poor and local women food producers. References to a Green Revolution or other interventions that have not been locally negotiated should be avoided. Both ENDS and its partners have made land degradation, and drylands in particular, one of their key issues.
Authors:
Schmitz, T.
,
Wolvekamp, P.
Series Title:
Both ENDS Policy Note
Category:
Policy
Keywords:
agriculture
,
poverty
,
environmental degradation
Language:
eng
Organization:
Both ENDS
PAGE:
9
Place:
[Amsterdam]
Publisher:
Both ENDS
Year:
2009
Right:
© 2009 Both ENDS
Subject:
Agriculture and Rural Development
Title:
Does Africa need a green revolution? : poverty, land degradation and the Millennium Development Goals