The subject of food security and land issues in Africa has become one of increased importance and contention over recent years. In particular, the focus has shi

The book highlights proceedings from the Berlin 2008: Agriculture and Development conference held in preparation for the World Development Report 2008.

Changes in the global environment have led some to question whether the conventional wisdom on the role of agriculture in economic development is still relevant

This open access book discusses the current role of smallholders in connection with food security and poverty reduction in developing countries. It addresses th

Interestingly, some relief from today's woes may come from ancient human practices. While current agri-food production models rely on abundant supplies of water