Practical Handbook For Agricultural Land Cover Mapping In The Lao People S Democratic Republic

Author : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations ,Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, Lao People’s Democratic Republic
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
Page : 81 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2020-09-01
Category : Law
ISBN : 9789251330098

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Practical handbook for agricultural land cover mapping in the Lao People's Democratic Republic by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations ,Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, Lao People’s Democratic Republic Pdf

This handbook presents the detailed steps for national agricultural land cover mapping, conducted with limited resources and budget from design to final validation and production. It covers the technical aspects of 1) selection and preprocess of satellite imagery (both optical and radar), 2) definition of a land cover legend using international standards, 3) the integration with other existing information as well as the analysis of such database in order to assign a thematic classification, 4) the interpretation, 5) the accuracy assessment and 6) the final packaging and publication of results. The handbook focuses on mapping agricultural land, in a complex landscape, such as the one found in Lao PDR, where atmospheric conditions, topographic effects and management makes the classification challenging. The handbook also presents practical examples of the team, software and skill-set required to develop a national land cover dataset. The objective of the document is to provide a working manual to other national teams willing to develop a land cover mapping programme.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:663385152

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Land Cover Assessment and Monitoring by Anonim Pdf

Author : ?Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations,Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT,Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry (MAF), Lao People's Democratic Republic
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
Page : 87 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2022-08-08
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789251366783

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Atlas of agricultural livelihoods and climate risk of the Lao People's Democratic Republic 2019–2020 by ?Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations,Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT,Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry (MAF), Lao People's Democratic Republic Pdf

This Atlas presents the first national dataset on livelihoods and the farmers capacity to adapt to climate change in the Lao People's Democratic Republic. Maps included in the Atlas include the satisfaction of farmers’ basic needs, farmers’ access to the resources needed for innovation and the farmers’ capacity to translate innovation into action. The landscape characteristics mapped include attitudes towards livelihood-related change, economic activity, soil fertility, supporting infrastructure, food security issues, water security, institutional support and extension services, access to climate information through information and communication technologies (ICTs ), market access vis-a-vis production orientation, use of and access to agricultural inputs, livelihood diversification, and dependency on agriculture, including the rearing of livestock and fish. The dataset has been generated using an innovative method that combines participatory mapping and advanced data analysis, and which is, both in terms of technical standard and scientific innovation, state-of-the-art. The livelihood data is available online in the Land Resources Information Management System thanks to the work of two collaborating teams: "Applying seasonal climate forecasting and innovative insurance solutions to climate risk management in the agriculture sector in Southeast Asia” (De-Risk) project, implemented by CIAT; and the "Strengthening Agro-Climatic Monitoring and Information Systems (SAMIS)" project, implemented by FAO.

Author : Lemarchand, Guillermo A.,Tash, April
Publisher : UNESCO Publishing
Page : 237 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2018-05-21
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9789231002717

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Mapping research and innovation in Lao People's Democratic Republic by Lemarchand, Guillermo A.,Tash, April Pdf

Author : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
Page : 170 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2020-02-25
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789251322000

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Strengthening Agro-climatic Monitoring and Information Systems (SAMIS) to improve adaptation to climate change and food security in the Lao People's Democratic Republic by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Pdf

The project Strengthening Agro-climatic Monitoring and Information Systems to improve adaptation to climate change and food security in Lao People's Democratic Republic, has arranged training on basic and advanced geographic information systems (GIS) for the staff of the Department of Meteorology and Hydrology and of the Department of Agricultural Land Management in Lao PDR. The folder contains the training materials for materials prepared by the Asian Institute Technology.

Author : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations,Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment,Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
Page : 104 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2022-04-30
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9789251361078

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Climatology and agroclimatology atlas of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations,Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment,Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry Pdf

This atlas is a study of climate and agroclimate in the Lao People’s Democratic Republic for the period 1990–2019 based on the downscaling of long-term observation data. It has been produced as part of the “Strengthening Agro-Climatic Monitoring and Information Systems (SAMIS) to improve adaptation to climate change and food security in Lao People’s Democratic Republic project. It aims to support the achievement of the Lao government’s priority targets, as set out in the country’s Ninth National Socio-Economic Development Plan (2021–2025). The Department of Meteorology and Hydrology (DMH) is the main body responsible for the national climate database and producing climate statistics. The Department of Agricultural Land Management (DALAM) also provided expertise in the use of advanced downscaling technologies. This Atlas presents the results of the work carried out by these bodies. The information describes in detail the country’s climate and how it has changed over the last 30 years.

Author : Tattaris, M., Yasmin, N., Khiewvongphachan, X., Jonckheere, I., Ferrand, P., Henry, M.
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
Page : 134 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2023-03-20
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9789251376089

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Spatio-temporal dynamics of air pollution and the delineation of hotspots in the Lao People's Democratic Republic by Tattaris, M., Yasmin, N., Khiewvongphachan, X., Jonckheere, I., Ferrand, P., Henry, M. Pdf

In this report, the air pollution dynamics of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic are investigated given its increasing industrial and economic development, and the employment of frequent biomass burning as an agricultural practice. The Lao People’s Democratic Republic is also surrounded by countries that undergo recurrent agricultural burning, with strong winds at certain times in the year potentially resulting in transboundary pollution. The national information systems could better support actions that encourage the reduction of atmospheric pollution. The lack of an effective national system for air pollution monitoring magnifies the impacts of atmospheric pollution, particularly on health, climate, and agricultural inputs.

Author : Bountavy Sisouphanthong,Christian Taillard
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Laos
ISBN : UOM:39015049579090

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Atlas of Laos by Bountavy Sisouphanthong,Christian Taillard Pdf

Based on statistics gathered in the late 1990s, this atlas gives a snapshot of Laos' economic and social development in the twenty years since the founding of the Lao People's Democratic Republic in a series of 299 full-color maps. The result is clear and attractive, and something to be treasured.

Author : Guillaume Lestrelin,Michael Trockenbrodt,Khamla Phanvilay,Sithong Thongmanivong,Thoumthone Vongvisouk,Pham Thu Thuy,Jean-Christophe Castella
Publisher : CIFOR
Page : 52 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2013-01-01
Category : Deforestation
ISBN : 9786021504123

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The context of REDD+ in the Lao People’s Democratic Republic: Drivers, agents and institutions by Guillaume Lestrelin,Michael Trockenbrodt,Khamla Phanvilay,Sithong Thongmanivong,Thoumthone Vongvisouk,Pham Thu Thuy,Jean-Christophe Castella Pdf

This report explores the drivers (both direct and indirect) of deforestation and forest degradation and discusses the political, economic and social opportunities and constraints that will influence the design and implementation of REDD+ in Laos. The government of Laos has long sought to curb deforestation and forest degradation, and the country is receiving considerable international attention and support to implement REDD+. However, agricultural expansion, the development of industrial tree plantations, and large hydropower, mining and infrastructure projects continue to result in deforestation, with shifting cultivation and selective logging (legal and illegal) largely blamed for forest degradation. At the same time, indirect drivers of deforestation and forest degradation are rooted in a national agenda of economic growth, characterized by incentives for foreign and domestic investment in forest management and timber harvesting. As a result, Laos is becoming an important resource frontier for transnational capital and large-scale land and natural resource investments. The consequent intensification of competition for resources poses a challenge not only for forest governance, but also for the development of REDD+ policies and initiatives. In an examination of the institutions and policies defining Laos’ forestry sector and REDD+, the report reflects on lessons to be learned from past forestry and economic development policies. The government of Laos has demonstrated strong political interest in REDD+, but REDD+ implementation faces major obstacles, particularly unclear carbon rights and weak governance, with the latter attributable to poor local capacity, weak coordination among stakeholders, and minimal involvement by local communities and civil society. The report makes several recommendations for achieving effective, efficient and equitable outcomes of REDD+ in Laos: capacity building of administrative and technical staff, especially at the subnational level; clarification and harmonization of land-use planning and land allocation processes; and stronger monitoring and law enforcement in areas under high threat of deforestation and forest degradation. Furthermore, an accountable and transparent mechanism for sharing the benefits of REDD+ across levels and fully accountable consultation processes must be implemented, with the participation of not only elite and powerful actors such as domestic and foreign businesses but also local groups and civil society.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 97 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Agricultural surveys
ISBN : LCCN:2003430667

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Census of Agriculture by Anonim Pdf

Author : Wentworth, A.,Pavelic, Paul,Kongmany, S.,Sotoukee, T.,Sengphaxaiyalath, K.,Phomkeona, K.,Deevanhxay, P.,Chounlamany, V.,Manivong, V.
Publisher : IWMI
Page : 70 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2021-10-07
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9789290909149

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Environmental risks from pesticide use by Wentworth, A.,Pavelic, Paul,Kongmany, S.,Sotoukee, T.,Sengphaxaiyalath, K.,Phomkeona, K.,Deevanhxay, P.,Chounlamany, V.,Manivong, V. Pdf

Author : Prasad Thenkabail
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 2304 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2018-10-03
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781482282672

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Remote Sensing Handbook - Three Volume Set by Prasad Thenkabail Pdf

A volume in the three-volume Remote Sensing Handbook series, Remote Sensing of Water Resources, Disasters, and Urban Studies documents the scientific and methodological advances that have taken place during the last 50 years. The other two volumes in the series are Remotely Sensed Data Characterization, Classification, and Accuracies, and Land Reso

Author : Arnold van Huis,Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Publisher : Bright Sparks
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Conservation of natural resources
ISBN : 9251075956

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Edible Insects by Arnold van Huis,Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Pdf

Edible insects have always been a part of human diets, but in some societies there remains a degree of disdain and disgust for their consumption. Although the majority of consumed insects are gathered in forest habitats, mass-rearing systems are being developed in many countries. Insects offer a significant opportunity to merge traditional knowledge and modern science to improve human food security worldwide. This publication describes the contribution of insects to food security and examines future prospects for raising insects at a commercial scale to improve food and feed production, diversify diets, and support livelihoods in both developing and developed countries. It shows the many traditional and potential new uses of insects for direct human consumption and the opportunities for and constraints to farming them for food and feed. It examines the body of research on issues such as insect nutrition and food safety, the use of insects as animal feed, and the processing and preservation of insects and their products. It highlights the need to develop a regulatory framework to govern the use of insects for food security. And it presents case studies and examples from around the world. Edible insects are a promising alternative to the conventional production of meat, either for direct human consumption or for indirect use as feedstock. To fully realise this potential, much work needs to be done by a wide range of stakeholders. This publication will boost awareness of the many valuable roles that insects play in sustaining nature and human life, and it will stimulate debate on the expansion of the use of insects as food and feed.

Author : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
Page : 245 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2021-03-17
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9789251340714

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The impact of disasters and crises on agriculture and food security: 2021 by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Pdf

On top of a decade of exacerbated disaster loss, exceptional global heat, retreating ice and rising sea levels, humanity and our food security face a range of new and unprecedented hazards, such as megafires, extreme weather events, desert locust swarms of magnitudes previously unseen, and the COVID-19 pandemic. Agriculture underpins the livelihoods of over 2.5 billion people – most of them in low-income developing countries – and remains a key driver of development. At no other point in history has agriculture been faced with such an array of familiar and unfamiliar risks, interacting in a hyperconnected world and a precipitously changing landscape. And agriculture continues to absorb a disproportionate share of the damage and loss wrought by disasters. Their growing frequency and intensity, along with the systemic nature of risk, are upending people’s lives, devastating livelihoods, and jeopardizing our entire food system. This report makes a powerful case for investing in resilience and disaster risk reduction – especially data gathering and analysis for evidence informed action – to ensure agriculture’s crucial role in achieving the future we want.

Author : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations,Food and Agriculture Organization
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org
Page : 215 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2014-03-06
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9251079625

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National Forest Monitoring Systems by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations,Food and Agriculture Organization Pdf

"This document builds on the brief paper presented at the 7th Meeting of the UN-REDD Programme Policy Board, held in Berlin, October 2011 (UNREDD/PB7/2011/13), which lays out ways to consider the REDD+ monitoring and information provision needs in the broader context of national development and environmental strategies, at the implementation level. The purpose of this document is to describe the elements in National Forest Monitoring Systems (NFMSs) as they relate to REDD+ under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and to describe the UN-REDD Programme approach to Monitoring and Measurement, Reporting and Verification (M & MRV) requirements."--Page v.