Journal articles Open Access • Socio-Economic role of Acacia Senegal Gardens to Small-Scale of Gum Arabic Producers in Ennuhud Locality, West Kordofan, Sudan H. E. Adam · H. M. A. Elamin · M. Y. A. Elnour · M. El. S. Eltahir +2 more The study was carried out during 2017 – 2018 in Ennuhud Locality, West Kordofan Sudan to assess socio economic profile and silvicultural practices of small-scale gum Arabic producers. Questionnaires were distributed randomly to 186 respond… RUF-39701 2022 CC BY 4.0 14 Oct 2022
Journal articles Open Access Value Chain Analysis for Ziziphus spina - christi in Sheikan Locality, North Kordofan State, Sudan O. E. A. Abdelkareem · H. A. Abdelrhman · Ibrahim M. El-Mugheira · M. El. S. Eltahir +3 more Fruit of Ziziphus spina christi (Nabag) plays an important role in the malnutrition prevention, fresh eaten or left to dry for later consumption. This study was conducted in Shiekan Locality, North Kordofan State, Sudan in 2019. The aim of… RUF-39451 2021 CC BY 4.0 11 Dec 2021
Journal articles Open Access Perceived Effects of Climate Change and Extreme Weather Events on Forests and Forest-Based Livelihoods in Malawi F. D. Babalola · P. W. Chirwa · H. L. W. Chisale · S. O. M. Manda The emerging risks and impacts of climate change and extreme weather events on forest ecosystems present significant threats to forest-based livelihoods. Understanding climate change and its consequences on forests and the livelihoods of f… RUF-39442 2021 CC BY 4.0 11 Dec 2021
Journal articles Open Access Illegal harvesting threatens fruit production and seedling recruitment of Balanites aegyptiaca in Dinder Biosphere Reserve, Sudan Patrick A. Ndakidemi · A. M. E. Hamed · E. M. I. Mohammed · A.C. Treydte Illegal harvesting negatively affects the forest tree populations, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa, but little is known how fruit production and seedling recruitment are impacted. We assessed recruitment parameters of Balanites aegyptia… RUF-39374 2021 CC BY 4.0 1 Aug 2021
Journal articles Open Access Anthropogenic Pressure on Tree Species Diversity, Composition, and Growth of Balanites aegyptiaca in Dinder Biosphere Reserve, Sudan Patrick A. Ndakidemi · A. M. H. Elhag · E. M. I. Mohammed · A.C. Treydte Anthropogenic disturbances, such as illegal harvesting and livestock browsing, often affect natural forests. However, the resulting tree species diversity, composition, and population structure have rarely been quantified. We assessed tree… RUF-39372 2021 CC BY 4.0 1 Aug 2021
Journal articles Open Access Coconut-gliricidia mixed cropping systems improve soil nutrients in dry and wet regions of Sri Lanka A. J. Atapattu · Sylvanus Mensah · S. P. Nissanka · S. A. S. T. Raveendra +1 more Agroforestry systems are alternative solutions for production and management of agricultural systems which may improve soil quality. In this study, we evaluated the potential of coconut Cocos nuciferabased Gliricidia (Gliricidia sepium) sy… RUF-39288 2021 CC BY 4.0 7 Jun 2021
Theses & Dissertations Open Access POTENTIAL CONTRIBUTION OF FARM FORESTRY SYSTEMS TO WOOD PRODUCTION IN GREATER MUBENDE, CENTRAL UGANDA J. Galandi Limited consideration of small and medium tree planters by most researchers in academic and programme based research has remained a great limitation to promoting Farm Forestry in most developing countries over the years. Despite the contri… RUF-39259 2021 CC BY 4.0 8 May 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Natural regeneration of Heglig [Balanites aegyptiaca (Del.)] in the dry region of Sudan F.M. Hasabelrasoul · A.A. Mohamed Balanites aegyptiaca is a promising widely distributed tree of high economic, social, and environmental value. However, its existence is threatened. The objective of this study was to assess the natural regeneration of B. aegyptiaca in the… RUF-39059 2018 CC BY 4.0 25 Feb 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Contribution of non-wood forest products in income and livelihood of rural communities in the dry lands of Central Darfur State, Sudan A. M. A Alnazeer · Y. A. R. Elamin · Mustafa Hasabelrasoul Fadlelmula Non-wood forest products (NWFPs) have a considerable contribution to the livelihood systems and local economies of rural and urban societies. This study attempted to provide information on the contribution of NWFPs to the income of the rur… RUF-38889 2018 CC BY 4.0 15 Dec 2020
Journal articles Open Access Aboveground tree carbon stocks in West African semi-arid ecosystems: Dominance patterns, size class allocation and structural drivers Expedit E. Ago · Sylvanus Mensah · F Noulékoun The importance of terrestrial ecosystems for carbon sequestration and climate regulation is acknowledged globally. However, the underlying structural drivers are still not well un- derstood, particularly across distinct tropical forest eco… RUF-38817 2020 CC BY 4.0 3 Nov 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Losses in gum Arabic from Acacia Senegal inflicted by the Tree Locust Anacridium melanorhodon melanorhodon (Orthoptera: Acrididae) A. M. Abdalla · W. M. Haroon · M. Lecoq · J. M. Vassal This study was conducted in North Kordofan, Sudan during the season 2013\2014. The study aimed at assessing losses in gum productivity of Acacia senegal (g/tree) inflicted by the tree locust Anacridium melanorhodon melanorhodon. Experiment… RUF-38784 2018 CC BY 4.0 16 Sep 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Socio-economic impact of Anacridium melanorhodon melanorhodon outbreaks on local gum arabic producers in North Kordofan, Sudan A. M. Abdalla · W. M. Haroon · M. Lecoq · M. H. Mohamed +1 more The study was conducted in North Kordofan, Sudan during 2012/2013 season. The study aimed at assessing the socio-economic impacts of the tree locust, Anacridium melanorhodon melanorhodon on gum arabic producers. A key informant questionnai… RUF-38779 2018 CC BY 4.0 16 Sep 2020
Working Document Series Open Access The nutrient diversity of baobab Adansonia digitata L. across different geographic zones in Eastern Africa J. Chepngeno · W. Owino Food and nutrition insecurity is a common occurrence in arid and semi-arid regions of sub-Saharan Africa, with communities resorting to wild foods and forest products such as baobab in times of scarcity, to derive energy and nutrition. The… RUF-38573 2018 CC BY 4.0 19 Aug 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Savannah phenological characteristics in Karamoja sub-region, Uganda Bernard Barasa · A. Egeru · John Paul Magaya · Justine J. Namaalwa Phenological properties such as the timing and rate of green up, aptitude and duration of vegetation growth, and timing and rate of vegetation senescence are important indicators of global environmental changes. It is vital to study these … RUF-38528 2018 CC BY 4.0 13 Aug 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Savannah phenological characteristics in Karamoja sub-region, Uganda Bernard Barasa · A. Egeru · John Paul Magaya · Justine J. Namaalwa Phenological properties such as the timing and rate of green up, aptitude and duration of vegetation growth, and timing and rate of vegetation senescence are important indicators of global environmental changes. It is vital to study these … RUF-38527 2018 CC BY 4.0 13 Aug 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Reviewing the effects of gold mining on deterioration of forests cover E. A. Musa Dimo · S. O. Tutu Gold mining has rapidly increased in Sudan and in many other countries. As reported by many authors mining activity is considered as one of the forests and biodiversity disturbing agent. This study reviews studies related to the effect of … RUF-38526 2018 CC BY 4.0 13 Aug 2020
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Developing best agro-ecological practices for African baobab tree Adansonia digitata L. leaves production in smallholders farming systems in Benin G. Hounsou-Dindin African baobab (Adansonia digitata L.) is an agroforestry species with high potential in the fight against food insecurity and malnutrition in Africa. Pulp and leaves of baobab are the two key harvested products which highly contribute to … RUF-37605 2018 CC BY 4.0 17 Apr 2018
Working Document Series Open Access Building capacity for sustainable baobab leaves production in Benin A.E. Assogbadjo · R. Glèlè Kakaï · R. Idohou · V.K. Salako Food and nutritional insecurity are recurrent issues in traditional systems in sub- Saharan Africa and especially in Benin. As part of contribution to efforts against challenges of food and nutritional insecurity, this project focuses on “… RUF-36767 2016 CC BY 4.0 11 Sep 2017
TAGDev Resources Open Access Diversity and prioritization of non timber forest products for economic valuation in Benin (West Africa) G. Akouehou · A.E. Assogbadjo · F.J. Chadare · C.A.M.S. Djagoun +3 more Species prioritization is a crucial step towards setting valuation strategy, especially for Non timber Forest Products (NTFP). This study aimed at assessing the diversity and ranking NTFPs for a successful economic valuation. Data were col… RUF-36648 2017 CC BY 4.0 24 Mar 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Ecological and socio-economic evaluation of dryland agroforestry systems in East Africa A. Egeru · G. Kironchi · M. Nyangito · N.M. Syano +1 more Drylands typically suffer from sustainable land use challenges that have rapidly increased in the recent past. Drylands are face with a number of constraints including, among others, climate variability, natural resources degradation, decl… RUF-36237 2016 CC BY 4.0 18 Oct 2016
Working Document Series Open Access Pyrolysis of blended and non-blended residues of pine and eucalyptus forestry woods N. Banadda · R. Kizza · J. Seay · A. Zziwa Over 11% of the 241551 sq. km of total land in Uganda is under forestry and woodland producing over 34.4 million tonnes of wood resource. However, about 65% of this resource remains as wood waste in form of saw dust, chips and offcuts of w… RUF-36230 2016 CC BY 4.0 18 Oct 2016
Working Document Series Open Access An analysis of technical efficiency of mixed intercropping agroforestry technology: A case of Zomba district in Malawi Abdi-Khalil Edriss · B. Kakhobwe · M.B. Kwapata · J. H. Mangisoni +1 more The study was conducted in Zomba district in Malawi, in 2005/ 2006 cropping season with the main objective of assessing technical efficiency (TE) of mixed intercropping (MI) agroforestry technology. Study population consisted of 101 farmer… RUF-34906 2010 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Unveiling opportunities of farming trees in Malawi: Economic impact of integrating trees on smallholder agriculture F. Mzotah Thapasila Gondwe The aim of this research is to raise and provide empirical evidence for promoting tree farming in Malawi. It addresses questions such as: Is tree farming a viable system for smallscale farmers in Malawi? Trees have multiple products for su… RUF-34860 2010 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2015
Working Document Series Open Access The importance of trees and shrubs as livestock feed in the arid and semi arid rangelands of Kenya: Case of Prosopis juliflora in Baringo district S.K. Choge · W.N. Ekaya · R.N. Kinuthia · O.K. Koech +1 more This study was conducted to determine the potential of integrating Prosopis juliflora in drylands livestock production where the tree is abundant and has been reported by the community to be a menace to their livelihoods. Despite these all… RUF-34855 2010 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Participatory natural resources management plan of canhane community, Massingir district, southern Mozambique Aniceto Chaúquem · Jao Chin · Natasha Ribeiro · Almeida. Sitoe We conducted a participatory mapping of natural resources and woody biomass estimation in Canhane Community, Massingir District in Mozambique. The aim of this study was to identify problems and opportunities for natural resources managemen… RUF-34684 2010 CC BY 4.0 9 Sep 2015
