Number of documents: 62
Facilitating the emergence of local institutions. Reflections from the experience of the community IPM programme in Indonesia
Case study
1998 - Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) - Russ Dilts
An overview analysis of recent experience in the promotion and facilitation of local institutions for sustainable IPM (Integrated Pest Management) in Indonesia. The article will attempt to examine the issue from several key perspectives while relating to concrete experience in the field.
English
Production system:
Understanding natural enemies; a review of training and information in the practical use of biological control
Technical background material
1998 - Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) - Stephanie Williamson
The limitations of conventional methods of training and information provision on natural enemies are discussed. Farmer and popular understanding and perceptions about natural enemies are described. Lessons drawn and limitations encountered in traditional research and extension ‘top-down’ educational activities are examined and some of the more promising approaches are described. [...]
English
Production system: Cereals, Vegetables and Melons, Beverages/Spice crops