Call for expression of interest
The Network of Organic Agriculture Researchers in Africa (NOARA) calls for Expression of Interest in a research work focusing on the impact of the agroecological and conventional practices on biodiversity in farmlands in Eastern and West Africa.
Specific Objectives
- Compare the influence of agroecological and conventional farming on flora and microbial biodiversity
- Evaluate the potential of agroecological contribution to biodiversity conservation and possible effects on the food system and livelihoods of specific farm groups.
- Develop actionable recommendations for policymakers, farmer organizations, and other stakeholders to support the effective implementation and scaling of agroecological practices. This should include suggestions for policy adjustments, capacity-building, and support mechanisms.
- Highlight successful models and practices of agroecological farming that can be replicated or adapted to different contexts within Africa.
- Present the results from the study in a regional workshop
Submission deadline: 19 October 2024.
Further inquiry should be directed to:
Continental Coordinator,
Network of Organic Agriculture Researchers in Africa (NOARA)