AICCRA Training Materials

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AICCRA Field Trip Guide Zambia
(Training Material, 2025-05) International Water Management Institute
This field trip offers an opportunity to witness how climate services and bundled innovations for climate-smart agriculture are being deployed to strengthen the resilience of smallholder farming systems. Participants will visit two demonstration sites, each showcasing distinct approaches to climate adaptation and agricultural transformation in action.
Integrating Gender in Cost-Benefit Analysis of Innovations to Enhance Smallholder Farmers’ Resilience and Climate Change Adaptation
(Training Material, 2024) Kramer, Berber; Braun, Melody
Climate-Smart Crop-Livestock-Aquaculture Integration Course Module
(Training Material, 2024) Djagoun, Chabi; Rukarwa, Runyararo Jolyn; Sorho, Fatogoma
This module aims to develop knowledge and understanding of agriculture as a dynamic and interactive system that uses crops, animals and fishes to produce food for livelihood improvement. At the end of the course, students are able to apply principles of climate-smart agriculture to improve the sustainability of crop-livestock–aquaculture systems; understand a case study of integrated farming systems and come up with their own observations, criticisms and probable ways of improving the system; assess environmental health risks from a crop-aquaculture-livestock integrated system; advise on the management of social-economic and environmental challenges pertaining to the crop-livestock–aquaculture systems.
Indigenous Trees-based Agroforestry Systems Course Module
(Training Material, 2024) Assogbadjo, Achille Ephrem; Avakoudjo, Hospice G. Gracias; Egeru, Anthony; Salako, Kolawolé Valère
At the end of the course module, participants will acquire a comprehensive set of competences to effectively engage in Indigenous tree-based agroforestry systems. They will gain a deep understanding of the central role indigenous trees play in agroforestry systems, particularly in enhancing resilience and facilitating community adaptation to climate change. This knowledge will enable trainees to articulate the significance of indigenous trees in sustainable land management practices. Additionally, participants will develop robust planning skills essential for the successful adoption of agroforestry practices, including the identification and removal of constraints hindering implementation.
Africa Fertilizer and Soil Health Action Plan: Outcome 3
(Poster, 2024-07-11) African Union Development Agency- NEPAD
This poster presents Outcome 3 - ‘Greater Efficiency, Resilience and Sustainable Use of Mineral and Organic Fertilizer Inputs and Enhancement of Soil Health Interventions’ of the Africa Fertilizer and Soil Health (AFSH) Action Plan. It gives the AFSH Action Plan’s Vision, Expected Impact, Strategy and the contributing Outcome 3 with associated Outputs (3.1 – 3.4) and Action areas.
Africa Fertilizer and Soil Health Action Plan: Outcome 2
(Poster, 2024-07-11) African Union Development Agency- NEPAD
This poster presents Outcome 2 - ‘Improved Access and Affordability of Organic and Mineral Fertilizers’ of the Africa Fertilizer and Soil Health (AFSH) Action Plan. It gives the AFSH Action Plan’s Vision, Expected Impact, Strategy and the contributing Outcome 2 with associated Outputs (2.1 and 2.2) and Action areas.
Africa Fertilizer and Soil Health Action Plan: Outcome 1
(Poster, 2024-07-11) African Union Development Agency- NEPAD
This poster presents Outcome 1 - ‘Improved Policies, Investment, Finance and Markets for Sustainable Soil Health and Fertilizer Management’ of the Africa Fertilizer and Soil Health (AFSH) Action Plan. It gives the AFSH Action Plan’s Vision, Expected Impact, Strategy and the contributing Outcome 1 with associated Outputs (1.1 and 1.2) and Action areas.
Africa Fertilizer and Soil Health Action Plan: Outcome 4
(Training Material, 2024-07-11) African Union Development Agency- NEPAD
This poster presents Outcome 4 - ‘Institutional and Human Capacity Enhanced for Sustainable Soil Health and Fertilizer Management’ of the Africa Fertilizer and Soil Health (AFSH) Action Plan. It gives the AFSH Action Plan’s Vision, Expected Impact, Strategy and the contributing Outcome 4 with associated Outputs (4.1 to 4.4) and Action areas.
Climate-smart livestock management
(Poster, 2024-12-05) Gosling, Amanda; Center for International Forestry Research and World Agroforestry
This poster defines climate-smart agriculture (CSA) and explains its three interlinked pillars. It provides climate change mitigation and adaptation measures that can be adopted by the livestock sector and how they relate to the three pillars of CSA. The poster forms part of the Climate-Smart Forage and Feed Innovations training package that was co-developed with the Center for International Forestry Research and World Agroforestry (CIFOR-ICRAF) Tanzania and Malawi teams to accelerate the spillover process of validated AICCRA technologies. The poster content is based on knowledge materials sourced from the AICCRA Ethiopia team.
How to make compost with Gliricidia sepium leaves and apply it in your fields
(Poster, 2024-12-05) Gosling, Amanda; Center for International Forestry Research and World Agroforestry
This poster provides the key steps for making compost with Gliricidia sepium leaves and how to apply it in the field. It lists the materials needed and provides handy tips and common mistakes to avoid. The poster forms part of the Climate-Smart Forage and Feed Innovations training package that was co-developed with the Center for International Forestry Research and World Agroforestry (CIFOR-ICRAF) Tanzania and Malawi teams to accelerate the spillover process of validated AICCRA technologies. The poster content is based on knowledge materials sourced from the AICCRA Zambia team and their respective project partners (Community Markets for Conservation (COMACO) and Mediae.
How to construct an improved feeding trough
(Poster, 2024-12-05) Gosling, Amanda; Center for International Forestry Research and World Agroforestry
This poster explains the benefits of adopting the improved feeding troughs designed by the Africa RISING project. It gives tips on constructing the troughs, with the recommended designs and measurements. The poster forms part of the Climate-Smart Forage and Feed Innovations training package that was co-developed with the Center for International Forestry Research and World Agroforestry (CIFOR-ICRAF) Tanzania and Malawi teams to accelerate the spillover process of validated AICCRA technologies. The poster content was sourced from the AICCRA Ethiopia team.
How to integrate forages in the existing farm system
(Poster, 2024-12-05) Gosling, Amanda; Center for International Forestry Research and World Agroforestry
This poster provides multiple ways for integrating forages in an existing farm system including rotational and relay cropping, under-sowing and intercropping, hedgerow intercropping/alley farming, backyard forage production, strip forage planting, and forage production in degraded areas. The poster forms part of the Climate-Smart Forage and Feed Innovations training package that was co-developed with the Center for International Forestry Research and World Agroforestry (CIFOR-ICRAF) Tanzania and Malawi teams to accelerate the spillover process of validated AICCRA technologies. The poster content is based on knowledge materials sourced from the AICCRA Ethiopia team.
How to use Gliricidia sepium for pest management
(Poster, 2024-12-05) Gosling, Amanda; Center for International Forestry Research and World Agroforestry
This poster illustrates the different ways that Gliricidia sepium can be used for pest management. It explains how to make a Gliricidia leaf extract and apply it with a modified plastic bottle, the pest management benefits of planting Gliricidia hedgerows and using the leaves in grain storage areas. It encourages farmers to regularly scout for pests and to keep records. It also gives some general safety procedures for preparing and applying homemade extracts. The poster forms part of the Climate-Smart Forage and Feed Innovations training package that was co-developed with the Center for International Forestry Research and World Agroforestry (CIFOR-ICRAF) Tanzania and Malawi teams to accelerate the spillover process of validated AICCRA technologies. The poster content is based on knowledge materials sourced from the AICCRA Zambia team and their respective project partners (Community Markets for Conservation (COMACO) and Mediae.
Climate-smart forage/feed and Gliricidia sepium intercropping innovations
(Presentation, 2024-12-05) Gosling, Amanda; Kimaro, Anthony; Cramer, Laura Katherine
This presentation on Climate-Smart Forage and Feed Innovations was co-developed with the Center for International Forestry Research and World Agroforestry (CIFOR-ICRAF) Tanzanian team to accelerate the spillover process of validated AICCRA technologies. The training content drew upon knowledge materials sourced from the AICCRA Ethiopia and Zambia teams and their respective project partners (Africa Research in Sustainable Intensification for Next Generation (RISING), and Community Markets for Conservation (COMACO) and Mediae, respectively), as well as those provided by CIFOR-ICRAF. The training slides cover four main areas: - Introduction – Tanzania’s climate, land degradation and food security context and the importance of climate-smart livestock management. - Integrated forage cultivation – selecting and integrating forage in a farm system. - Fodder trees – the benefits of fodder trees and how they are climate smart with a focus on establishing and managing Gliricidia sepium. - Livestock feed requirements – estimating feed requirements for smallholder farms and the benefits of using improved feeding troughs and how to construct them.
Report on Capacity Building in the Scaling of Off-Season Crop Diversification and Integrated Pests and Disease Management in Mali: Training Workshop Report
(Training Material, 2024-12) Suh, Neville; Doumbia, Salif; Kone, Yaya; Dossou-Yovo, Elliott
Effective acceleration of climate-smart agricultural (CSA) technologies into agricultural policy and programs requires sustained capacity development of local practitioners and actors participating in agriculture. The AICCRA Mali cluster, led by AfricaRice, organized a capacity-building workshop to strengthen the technical and human capacity of lead farmers, extension agents, and other actors engaged in the rice value chain to accelerate the adoption of CSA practices and technologies in Mali. The capacity-building sessions focused on CSA concepts and approaches for scaling in rice-based systems. A two-day training session on off-season crop diversification and integrated pests and disease management (IPDM) was organized by the AICCRA project. Twenty-six participants attended the training sessions, including extension agents and lead farmers from 14 organizations and structures in Sikasso, Segou, and Koulikoro regions. The training also included 4 female participants. Participants were equipped with new skills and capacities to effectively deploy and disseminate the aforementioned CSA technologies in rice-based systems. Furthermore, to contribute to the acceleration of CSA technology in Mali, participants, particularly lead farmers and extension agents, have decided to educate and encourage other farmers on the benefits of adopting CSA technologies in their respective communes and villages. The report shows the close linkages between climate change adaptation, livelihood, sustainable development, and capacity building and reflects increasing interest from diverse actors engaged in climate actions in Mali.
Climate Risk Management in Agricultural Extension – Zambia Reference Guide
(Training Material, 2024-12) Dinku, Tufa; Hansen, James; Trzaska, Sylwia; Amanda, Grosi; Huyer, Sophia; Moore, Maya; Sakumona, Mushekwa; Sakala, Isabel; Lungu, Olipa; Mangaba, Darlington
Improvements in the weather and climate information available in Ghana provide new opportunities for agricultural extension personnel to help farmers better manage the risks that they face, and to adapt recommended technology packages to local climatic conditions. This reference guide provides the reference materials for the 2-week Climate Risk Management in Agricultural Extension course that aims to equip agricultural extension workers in Zambia to access, understand and incorporate climate information into their professional work. It is designed to provide foundational knowledge on climate and agricultural decision making; and practical tools to analyze climate-related risks, use appropriate weather and climate information to support agricultural decisions, communicate complex climate information effectively with farmers, and integrate climate services into agricultural extension activities.
Long term low emission and climate resilient development strategies (LTS)
(Presentation, 2024-06-26) Chevallier, Romy; African Group of Negotiators Experts (AGNES) Support
Manual for Scaling Community-Based Breeding Programs for Sheep and Goats
(Manual, 2024-10-30) Ministry of Agriculture, Ethiopia
The Community-Based Breeding Program (CBBP) for sheep and goats in Ethiopia has proven to be a successful genetic improvement project since its establishment in 2009. This program effectively involves local communities in various aspects, such as identifying and collecting data on animals, managing and using breeding sires, utilizing traditional knowledge, and mobilizing community flocks to enhance their sheep and goat stock. It achieves this by engaging community members in participatory selection processes based on the estimated breeding value of the animals while also considering the specific needs of the community. The manual consists of two parts: Implementing a Scaling Framework for a Specific Breed of Animals and Procedure for Implementation.
Gender Equality and Social Inclusion in Climate Services Expanded Content for Senegal Agricultural Extension Curriculum
(Training Material, 2024-12-20) Hansen, James; Huyer, Sophia; Moore, Maya; Mbow, Khalifa
Inequality is deeply built into the way societies, economies and governments are structured. These structural inequalities can make it challenging to provide climate services that are accessible and benefit everyone. Even though climate services have the potential to improve the lives of rural farmers, they risk reinforcing existing inequalities if service providers fail to understand and address the unique needs and constraints of women and other historically marginalized populations, as well as include them in the design of services. Recognizing these populations as distinct user groups, with specific needs and barriers when it comes to accessing and utilizing climate services, is crucial. This training manual presents expanded curriculum content on gender equality and social inclusion for AES providers, to supplement the existing Climate Risk Management for Agricultural Extension (CRMAE) Senegal curriculum.
Document de procédure technique pour le transfert de la gestion de la Communauté de Pratique (CoP)
(Training Material, 2024-12-19) Diallo, Abdoulaye Moussa; Worou, Nadine; Kane, Khady; Houessionon, Prosper; Thiaw, Moussa; Diedhiou, Lamine; Wane, Abdrahmane
The document presents the gradual transfer of management of the Community of Practice (CoP) created by AICCRA-Senegal to the Direction de l'Élevage (DIREL). The CoP brings together various public, private and community stakeholders to provide agro-climatic advice to agro-pastoralists, promoting climate-smart agriculture. An evaluation confirmed DIREL as a legitimate structure for sustaining this initiative, thanks to its organisational capacity and existing systems. Discussions led to a three-phase transfer plan: logistics, scientific organisation and financial transfer, with initial support from AICCRA. The CoP, recognised for its role in decompartmentalising institutions and disseminating reliable information, is facing challenges such as disengagement due to partially met expectations or uncertainties during a period of transition. To strengthen its impact, a merger with DIREL's Comité Pastoral (CP) is envisaged, incorporating tools to automate advice and a broader framework for collaboration between common and separate actors. This approach aims to maximise the dissemination of agro-climatic advice while reducing costs and ensuring the sustainability of activities after the withdrawal of the AICCRA project.

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