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Food safety and human nutrition
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Growing and processing moringa leaves
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de Saint Sauveur, A., Broin, M. (eds) & al.
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2010
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Moringa oleifera leaves, fresh or processed into a dry powder, are an excellent, concentrated source of proteins, vitamins and minerals. This handbook, abundantly illustrated, presents for the first time leaf production and processing techniques for a food usage. It also gives precise information about nutritional values in fresh or dried leaves and indicates the best preparation methods to benefit from these nutrients.
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Vegetable cultivation (new extended edition)
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van Antwerpen, E.G., Aves, J.P.
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2009
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This latest extended edition offers : attractive photographs and detailed illustrations of all aspects of crop production; seasonal information about growing crops in drier regions, such as Botswana and Namibia; cultivar suggestions to help farmers, students, teachers and extension workers select the best crops to grow; advice on controlling pests and diseases using chemical and more eco-friendly methods; suggestions for growing herbs, both as pest deterrents and as additions to traditional diets; practical information and advice on how to grow food in small spaces, and on hydroponics. This book will be invaluable to all those interested in vegetable crop production: in schools, educational institutions and at community level.
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Mitigação dos efeitos do VIH/SIDA na agricultura de pequena escala in the Agrodok series
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Lengkeek, A., Koster, M., Salm, M.
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2008
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Nas regiões tropicais as comunidades de pequenos agricultores lutam contra o impacto desvastador do VIH/SIDA. Este manual destina-se a agentes extensionistas agrícolas e a todos aqueles que os apoiam a nível governamental, de ONG ou organizações internacionais. Contém os capitúlos seguintes: Identificação do problema; Tornar possível a mitigação; Participação orientada: fortalecer as comunidades através do acesso à informação; Explorar os recursos; Utilizar os recursos; Edificar a cooperação; Criação de animais; Actividades geradoras de rendimentos, dentro e fora da exploração agrícola.
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Mitigating the effects of HIV/AIDS in small-scale farming
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Lengkeek, A., Koster, M., Salm, M.
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2008
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This booklet is a handbook for agricultural extension officers and those who support them in government, NGOs and international organizations. Much of what is contained in this booklet has been dealt with in much greater detail in related publications in print and online. Unlike more specialized literature this publication provides a brief, straightforward account of how HIV/AIDS undermines community welfare and the productive capacity of farmers. It suggests some ways in which farming practices can be adapted to mitigate these effects. The tools and approaches described in this publication will be familiar to many readers. They have been tested in small-scale farming communities throughout the world. Many of the insights and experiences referred to here com from Sub Saharan Africa. They can be used and adapted to encourage community members – irrespective of age, sex, material status or ethnic and religious identity – to work together to define their problems and find solutions using their own local resources.
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Pacific islands food leaflets
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2006
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Produced by the SPCs Healthy Pacific Lifestyle Section, the leaflets contained in this folder cover dessert banana, cooking banana, breadfruit, coconut, pandanus and taro. Each leaflet describes the plant, its cultivation, nutrient content, preparation and food uses, and provides several recipes.
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Soya and other leguminous crops
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Nieuwenhuis, R, Nieuwelink, J.
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2005
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This booklet is based on a previous shorter edition, Soya. The text has been extended to include more practical information on growing and processing soya and other legumes into nutritious food products.We have included other legumes so that the information in the book will be useful in more areas.Soya is a legume with many good qualities, and it can be used to improve farming systems. It can also be processed into products that contribute to the daily diet and to family income. In this new edition we devote extra attention to this crop. There are also many areas however where soya cannot be cultivated, but other legumes do grow well and have many of the same good qualities.It is hoped that this publication will help farmers and extension workers to make choices that will work well under local conditions.
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Small-scale production of weaning foods
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van Gastel, S., van den Wijngaart, A.
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2005
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This booklet has been published to help people in developing countries in preventing malnutrition among young children. Malnutrition is a common problem in developing countries and is caused by different factors, such as: lack of food and low quality of food; lack of time to take care of children by parents or caretakers; lack of knowledge; poverty; lack of good quality health care resulting in the occurrence of many diseases. Malnutrition mainly affects children under five years of age. This easy to read publication contains practical information on infant feeding and provides the reader with helpful guidelines to develop sustainable recipes and also contains sample recipes. The production process and the preparation of weaning foods is as well covered as the management, marketing and the financial aspects of the topic.
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A cultura da soja e de outras leguminosas
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Nieuwenhuis, R, Nieuwelink, J.
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2003
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Este número da série Agrodok pretende servir como introdução prática à produção e ao processamento da soja e de outras culturas leguminosas. Nele se apresentam os requisitos necessários para o seu cultivo, a integração do cultivo de leguminosas dentro dos sistemas existentes, como lidar com pragas e doenças, as qualidades nutritivas da soja e o lugar ocupado pelos produtos derivados da soja nas dietas alimentares.
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Produção de alimentos de desmame em pequena escala
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van Gastel, S., van den Wijngaart, A.
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2002
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O objectivo desta publicação é de servir como uma ajuda ou um guia tanto para grupos como para indivíduos que pretendem produzir alimentos de desmame numa base de pequena escala, a partir de ingredientes que se podem obter localmente ou a pessoas que orientarão outros nessa actividade. O manual contém os capitúlos seguintes: Alimentação infantile; Linhas directrizes para a elaboração de uma receita; Exemplos de receitas; O processo de produção de alimentos de desmame; Aspectos de gestão, comercialização e aspectos financeiros.
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The fruits we eat
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CTA, SPC
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2001
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Intended for use by community nutrition and health workers and agricultural extension workers, this book describes common fruits in the Pacific region, their nutritional value and their preparation. The fruits covered include avocado, banana, citrus, pawpaw, pineapple, custard apple, guava, jackfruit, passionfruit, tamarind and watermelon.
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Learn how to grow soya beans
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Ngeze, P.B.
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2000
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This easy-to-read booklet explains the history of the soya bean, the structure of the plant, its uses and how to grow it. It is hoped that farmers will use the information in this book to grow the plant not only for commercial purposes but also for the dietary needs of their families and the country. Soya beans contain vitamins A, B, D and E. The plant contains as well as high quantities of minerals: iron, calcium, magnesium and phosphorus. The soya plant may be used in the preparation of such foods as ‘ugali´, ‘milk´, ‘chapati´, and bread. The oil extracted from soya beans may be used in the preparation of margarine, soap, typing ink, etc. The bean contains proteins, fat, starch, and minerals and can therefore as well be a replacement for meat, eggs and milk. In many varieties of the soya bean, 100 grammes of soya flour contain 39 grammes of proteins, while 100 grammes of meat contain 20 grammes of proteins.
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The staples we eat
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1999
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The traditional staple foods in the Pacific region are root crops and fruits, but many imported foods have also become staples, including rice, potatoes and sugar. The book provides information on the nutrient composition, economic and cultural importance, cultivation and use of these foods.
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The leaves we eat
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Bailey, J.M.
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1997
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Following opening chapters on the uses of leaves and their nutritional value, the author describes the composition of leaves commonly eaten in the Pacific region, including lettuce, cassava, taro, spinach and some 20 other plants. The appendices contain data on the nutrient content of the leaves of these plants
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Spice plants
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Borget, M.
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1993
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This booklet covers in detail the botany, origins, propagation, genetic improvement, management and harvesting of a variety of common spice crops. Methods of storage, preparation and processing are also dealt with, as well as their nutritional properties. The variety of uses of spices from flavouring to perfumes is also covered in this comprehensive and easy-to-read text.
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Food legumes
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Borget, M.
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1992
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This booklet covers the botany, characteristics and requirements of this group of crops and how to grow them in a variety of tropical zones. Crop protection, harvesting, nutritive value, uses and processing are also included in a comprehensive text in an easy-to-read style.
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