The Zero-Tillage Farmers Association of
the Cerrado Region, commemorating 10 years of activities, has the pleasure
of announcing three new publications on agriculture and environment:
1. The Environment and Zero Tillage
Edited by Helvecio Mattana Saturnino and
John N. Landers; Translated by John N. Landers; Published by
APDC (Brasília, DF, Brazil), in 2002 [144 p.: il.; 22 cm - ISBN
85-865006-01-x].
Authors: Helvecio M. Saturnino, John N. Landers, Fernando P. Cardoso,
Manoel H. Pereira, Rolf Derpsh, José R. Marinho, Garo Batmanian, Osmar P.
Martins, Henrique M. Leite Chaves, Alberto D. Portugal, Paulo A. Romano,
João B. da Silva, and Pedro L. de Freitas.
This book is a tribute to the professionals in Brazil's Agriculture -
farmers and agronomists - in the knowledge that, in sustainable
agriculture, Brazil is a world leader.
Copies may be obtained from:
APDC/Brazil - e_mail: apdc-df@terra.com.br
Phone: 55. 61. 272-3191 Fax: 55. 61. 274-7245
or, FAO/Italy - Viale delle Terme di Caracalla, 00100 Rome Italy
2. No-Till Farming for Sustainable Rural
Development
Authors: Christian Pieri, Guy Evers, John
N. Landers, Paul O'Connell, and Eugene Terry
An Agriculture and Rural Development Working Paper, June 2002
Published by The International Bank for Reconstruction and Development
Rural Developmet Department
This document presents no-till
(NT) farming as an "entry point" to increasing farm productivity,
and to the broader agenda of sustainable rural development and sound
environmental management. It provides practical answers for decision-makers,
scientists, project developers, and practitioners, who want to adapt NT
farming to their own conditions. The document presents, in a concise
format, the most recent information on salient NT agricultural systems,
including economic aspects and impacts on the environment.
Drawing on the Brazilian
experience, the document discusses the potential adaptation of NT systems
in other countries and continents, focusing on the challenges and
opportunities to develop NT farming in tropical conditions, particularly
for small-scale farming in Africa. Finally, it provides a roadmap
to facilitate the transition from conventional to NT farming.
Contents:
Introduction
Sustainable Land Management, Better Land Husbandry, and
No-Till Systems
Key Features of No-Till Farming
Potential for Adoption of No-Till Agricultural Systems
A Road Map from Conventional to No-Till Farming
Conclusion - No-Till Farming and Sustainable Rural
Development
Appendix 1. The Voice of Farmers in Brazil
References
Published by The World Bank
Free copies available in The World Bank - 1818 H. Street, N. W.;
Washington, DF 20433
Contact Mrs.. Joyce Sabaya, e_mail: jsabaya@worldbank.org;
Phone 1. 202. 473-8959
3. A Road Map from Conventional to No-Till
Farming
Authors: Christian Pieri, Guy Evers, John
N. Landers, Paul O'Connell, and Eugene Terry
An Agriculture and Rural Development Working Paper, June 2002
Published by The International Bank for Reconstruction and Development
Rural Developmet Department
This brief document is one
chapter from the more comprehensive No-Till Farming for Sustainable Rural
Development (Item 2). It is intended as a "how to" guide
for project managers, researchers, extension agents, farmer groups, and
others who seek a starting point to begin the transition to no-till
farming in their communities.
As more farmers make the
transition to no-till farming in diverse ecosystems, under different
climatic conditions, under various socioeconomic structures, within a
range of marketing options, and under various types of government
structures, the body of knowledge about how to successfully navigate the
transition from conventional tillage to no-till farming will expand.
Future editions of this guide will include such experience.
Published by The World Bank
Free copies available in The World Bank - 1818 H. Street, N. W.;
Washington, DF 20433
Contact Mrs.. Joyce Sabaya, e_mail: jsabaya@worldbank.org;
Phone 1. 202. 473-8959
