Geomorphic process signatures reshaping sub‐humid Mediterranean badlands: 2. Application to 5‐year dataset
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DOI: 10.1002/esp.4822
Abstract: Badland landscapes exhibit high erosion rates and represent the main source of fine sediments in some catchments. Advances in high‐resolution topographic methods allow analysis of topographic changes at high temporal and spatial scales. We apply… read more here.
Keywords: year dataset; process signatures; process; geomorphic process ... See more keywords
Drought occurrence in the sub-humid eco-climatic zone of Nigeria
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DOI: 10.1007/s00704-018-2670-7
Abstract: This study examined drought occurrence in the sub-humid eco-climatic zone of Nigeria using monthly rainfall data from 13 synoptic stations for the period 1970–2009. Standardized Precipitation Index and descriptive statistics were employed for the study.… read more here.
Keywords: humid eco; drought; eco climatic; sub humid ... See more keywords
Influence of gender on roles, choices of crop types and value chain upgrading strategies in semi-arid and sub-humid Tanzania
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DOI: 10.1007/s12571-017-0682-2
Abstract: Upgrading strategies for a given product value chain might not result in the intended impact on different gender groups, if gender analysis is not undertaken. This study investigated the gender influence on preferred food and… read more here.
Keywords: semi arid; upgrading strategies; gender; value ... See more keywords
Bank stability and toe erosion model as a decision tool for gully bank stabilization in sub humid Ethiopian highlands
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ecohyd.2020.02.003
Abstract: Abstract Gullies that are expanding at alarming rate are responsible for the majority of soil losses in the (sub) humid highlands of Ethiopia. Few affordable and effective methods for gully erosion control are available in… read more here.
Keywords: bank stability; stability toe; sub humid; model ... See more keywords
Soil nutrients and crop yield response to conservation-effective management practices in the sub-humid highlands agro-ecologies of Kenya
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DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2021.e07156
Abstract: Crop productivity in most smallholder farming systems in Sub-Saharan Africa experience low use of soil amendment resources, low and erratic rainfall, frequent dry spells, and droughts. Rain-fed agriculture has a high crop yield potential if… read more here.
Keywords: significantly higher; sub humid; soil nutrients; soil ... See more keywords
Exclosures improve degraded landscapes in the sub-humid Ethiopian Highlands: the Ferenj Wuha watershed.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2020.110802
Abstract: Land resources in developing countries are facing intense degradation due to deforestation and subsequent loss of organic matter from continuous tillage that causes soil erosion and gulley formation. The Ethiopian highlands are especially and severely… read more here.
Keywords: degraded landscapes; landscapes sub; carbon; land ... See more keywords
Estimation of irrigation requirements for drip-irrigated maize in a sub-humid climate
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DOI: 10.1016/s2095-3119(17)61833-1
Abstract: Abstract Drip-irrigation is increasingly applied in maize (Zea mays L.) production in sub-humid region. It is critical to quantify irrigation requirements during different growth stages under diverse climatic conditions. In this study, the Hybrid-Maize model… read more here.
Keywords: irrigation; maize; water; irrigation requirements ... See more keywords
Crop diversification and productivity in semiarid and sub-humid maize-legume production systems of Ethiopia
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DOI: 10.1080/21683565.2018.1505679
Abstract: ABSTRACT Two-period plot-level panel data from semiarid and sub-humid areas of Ethiopia are used to analyze crop diversification and its influence on crop productivity. Results indicated that diversification increased during the study period. Higher diversification… read more here.
Keywords: productivity; diversification; sub humid; crop diversification ... See more keywords