Essays about: "upland agriculture"

Found 5 essays containing the words upland agriculture.

  1. 1. Analysing the determinants of food security among farm households in northern upland Vietnam

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Economics

    Author : Khanh Pham Nguyen; [2022]
    Keywords : Food insecurity experience scale; Vietnam; farm households; food security;

    Abstract : The objective of this study is to analyse food security status and the factors affecting food security in Son La, a province in northern upland of Vietnam. The results suggest that 90% of the observed households experience food insecurity, in different levels including mild, moderate, and severe. READ MORE

  3. 2. Impact of agroforestry on soil loss mitigation in the sloping land of Northwest Vietnam

    University essay from

    Author : Hanna Thelberg; Birgitta Sjödell; [2020]
    Keywords : Conservation agriculture; Erosion; Grass barriers; Upland cropping; Vietnam;

    Abstract : Soil erosion is one of the major threats to soil functions in many parts of the world. To- day’s challenge is to adapt agriculture practices in order to reduce soil erosion and at the same time consider local conditions. READ MORE

  4. 3. Perceptions and landscape values in the English Lake District : a case study of Troutbeck Valley

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Biosystems and Technology (from 130101)

    Author : Edina Szász; [2017]
    Keywords : diversity; ecosystem services; Lake District National Park; landscape development; landscape meanings; land use change; locals; pasture; perception; sense of place; sense of wilderness; sheep farming; tourists; upland agriculture;

    Abstract : This thesis seeks to explore residents’ and visitors’ sense of place, in the form of a case study in the English Lake District National Park, which is under environmental, social, and economic pressures. It addresses the issue of local land use changes from an agroecological perspective and an attempt is being made to use the knowledge of landscape values and meanings for enhancing and sustaining the upland landscape. READ MORE

  5. 4. Seasonal variations in distribution patterns and movements of bats in relation to habitat characteristics

    University essay from SLU/Swedish Biodiversity Centre

    Author : Artiom Bondarenco; [2009]
    Keywords : key habitats; bats; Moldova; critical seasons; distribution; movements;

    Abstract : Different types of land use, such as forestry and agriculture, change the distribution and composition of habitats in the landscape. In order to understand the consequences of that for different organisms, and to find methods for combining conservation with production of crops, timber and other products it is important to collect information on distribution pattern, habitat selection and movements of different organisms. READ MORE

  6. 5. Operationalising the SARD-Initiative in Viet Nam

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Urban and Rural Development

    Author : Rasmus Kløcker Larsen; [2006]
    Keywords : sustainable agriculture and rural development; Agenda 21; partnership; dialogue; stakeholder; learning; self-organisation; civil society; indigenous; ethnic minority;

    Abstract : The SARD (Sustainable Agriculture and Rural Development) Initiative is a partnership programme which emerged at the World Summit on Sustainable Development in 2002 to support the implementation of Agenda 21, Chapter 14. Described as a multi-stakeholder umbrella framework designed to support the transition to people-centred sustainable agriculture and rural development it is intended as a civil society led, government supported, FAO facilitated undertaking. READ MORE