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Date de publication : 30-11--0001

Edition : Non défini

Auteur : ired.org

Type : Ouvrages

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A major constraint to the development of Africa's Sahel is erratic rain\r\nfaII which, in some years, causes grain food shortages. In a region where cereal production is the main nutritional resource, and more than 85 % of the population is dependent on local agriculture, it seems illusory to believe that sustainable economic development might commence without first meeting basic needs. This being the case, irrigated dry season production seems an interesting response as it can help reduce the pressure on cereals, diversify diet and provide income.\r\nSOS FARMING DYNAMICS - No. 21 - September 2009\r\n\r\nct\r\n