Eau, agriculture et alimentation
Eau potable et assainissement, irrigation, agriculture et élevage, sécurité alimentaire et nutrition.
Critères d'inclusion : Documents publiés sur SPHAERO dont le titre ou les mots-clés contiennent l'un des termes suivants (mot entier, avec ses variantes) : eau potable, drinking water, water supply, assainissement, sanitation, WASH, irrigation, agriculture, agricultural, agricoles, farmers, agriculteurs, élevage, livestock, sécurité alimentaire, insécurité alimentaire, food security, food insecurity, malnutrition. Composition recalculée chaque nuit.
Responsable : Équipe éditoriale SPHAERO. Composition mise à jour le 05/11/2026.
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Impact of Livestock Theft on the Welfare of Smallholder Livestock Farmers in Nyandeni Local Municipality, Eastern Cape Province
Livestock farming is crucial in sub-Saharan Africa, providing high-quality food and economic benefits. In South Africa, however, smallholder livestock farmers …
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Adoption of Integrated Pest Management in Ghanaian Tomato Agriculture: What Are the Key Determinants?
Integrated pest management (IPM) offers an effective and environmentally sensitive approach to pest control, reducing reliance on chemical pesticides. However, …
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Climate variability and its impact on sanitation facility choice in Ethiopia
Abstract Climate change is expected to affect precipitation and temperature, with consequences for water availability and sanitation. The purpose of …
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Gender differentials in cricket farming and its impact on household food security levels in East Africa
Crickets, as one of the edible insects, represent a promising alternative for enhancing food security through direct human consumption or …
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Case Report: Molecular characterization of rabies virus transmitted from a dog to a bull in a livestock market in Ghana
On the 24/09/2023, a video of a suspected rabid bull at a livestock market in Ghana was shared on social …
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An understanding of the motivations that influence the beef cattle production systems adopted by farmers in central Mozambique
The analysis of factors that affect livestock production, from the farmers' perspective, is essential for improving efficiency in animal production. …
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Utilization of personal protective equipment among sanitation workers in faecal-waste management plants in cities in Uganda
Introduction Increased urbanization in Uganda has exerted pressure on the existing sanitation facilities including sewer systems and fecal-waste treatment plants …
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Blockchain and IoT for Sustainable Agriculture: Innovations and Impacts
The integration of Blockchain and the Internet of Things (IoT) is emerging as a transformative force in sustainable agriculture. This …
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Farmers' Perceptions and Determinants of Using Varied Sources of Extension for Agricultural Information: Evidence from Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
In many developing countries, agricultural information is disseminated predominantly by government officials; however, the agricultural sector struggles to provide satisfactory …
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Understanding Farmer Typology, Manure Use Dynamics and Resource Endowment in a Smallholder Rural Community of the Eastern Cape Province, South Africa
Smallholder agriculture productivity in the Eastern Cape (EC) of South Africa is declining due to, among other, resource endowment, manure-use …
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A Real-time Internet of Things-Based Wireless Livestock Tracking System for Theft Prevention
Livestock theft is a significant threat to the agricultural industry, necessitating innovative preventive strategies. This study proposes a Wireless Livestock …
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Sustainability of small dams for livestock and farming, a case study from Chitongo dam, rural Zambia
Small earth dams are common water harvesting techniques in drylands, but assessing their sustainability and long-term socio-environmental impacts is hindered …
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First report of Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever virus exposure in human and livestock populations, Center Region, Cameroon
Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever (CCHF) is a widespread, tick-borne viral infection present in many African countries. Its epidemiology and impact on …
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Modeling Climatic Parameters affecting a Greenhouse Irrigation System
Enclosed greenhouses are essential for controlled-environment agriculture, as they provide optimal growing conditions while shielding crops from external influences. Computational …
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Prevalence of respiratory symptoms and associated factors among sanitation workers in Sub Saharan Africa: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Introduction Occupational health problems are the major issues of the world, particularly in developing countries. Sanitation workers are facing various …
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Determinants of the Market Channel Choice by Smallholder Maize Farmers in Zimbabwe: A Case of the Mazowe District
Marketing is crucial in alleviating poverty and achieving food security and sustainable agriculture goals, especially among smallholder maize farmers. Household …
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Impact of conditional cash transfer on households food security in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
The Nigerian government introduced the Household Upliftment Program (HUP) which is a conditional cash transfer scheme to help households improve …
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An index-based approach to assess the vulnerability of coffee-based farmers to climate change and variability across districts in Western Ethiopia
Coffee farming supports the livelihoods of over 15 million people in Ethiopia. However, approximately 90% of Ethiopian coffee producers are …
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Exploring the smallholder irrigation equipment supply landscape in Zambia: a scoping review
Abstract Limited irrigation adoption hinders agricultural production for Zambia's smallholder farmers, despite its potential to mitigate the impact of erratic …
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Malnutrition among lactating women in sub-Saharan Africa: an analytic review of spatial distribution, burden and determinants
Malnutrition, encompassing both underweight and obesity, poses a significant public health challenge for women worldwide, spanning across developed and developing …