The emergence of cassava as a global crop Jorge HeineThis chapter outlines current knowledge about cassavas origin in Amazonia and summarizes the history of its introduction and diffusion in the Old World. The chapter examines the evolution of the traits that led to its success, focusing on two aspects under appreciated by cassava breeders, extension specialists and other stakeholders: the management of a crop that is chemically defended against enemies but potentially toxic to human consumers, and the
It is therefore essential to predict likely drought impacts on maize production
A long introduction and a detailed commentary
Cameroon – and Africa – must move beyond their colonial legacies to focus on indigenous productions of meaning informed by traditional wisdom and ordinary Cameroonian life experience
It identifies the important synergies that grew between a new civic culture and the wider imperial project
‘Diagnosing the Philippine Economy’ describes the conditions that depress economic growth in the Philippine economy and their causes and potential solutions
and the market-led development that has led to widescale privatization of the city’s decision-making processes and policy implementation
Hers was a highly original rise to fame for a European film actress
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Examines the failures of mainstream politics
An illuminating study of one of the best-selling
Recent advances in methodology provide an increasing number of models available for research
Deporting Black Britons traces the life stories of four men who have been exiled through deportation
