Author: Publisher: IICA
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 77
Book Description
In Pursuit of a Renewed Institutional Framework for Agriculture and Rural Life in the Americas
Author: Images and Realities of Rural Life
Author: Henk de HaanPublisher: Uitgeverij Van Gorcum
ISBN: 9789023232889
Category : Agriculture
Languages : nl
Pages : 384
Book Description
Publicatie ter gelegenheid van 50 jaar sociologie in Wageningen.
The Sociology of Rural Life
Author: Samantha HillyardPublisher: Berg
ISBN: 1845201388
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 203
Book Description
Foot and mouth disease and BSE have both had a devastating impact on rural society. Alongside these devastating developments, the rise of the organic food movement has helped to revitalize an already politicized rural population. From fox-hunting to farming, the vigour with which rural activities and living are defended overturns received notions of a sleepy and complacent countryside. Over the years "rural life" has been defined, redefined and eventually fallen out of fashion as a sociological concept--in contrast to urban studies, which has flourished. This much-needed reappraisal calls for its reinterpretation in light of the profound changes affecting the countryside. First providing an overview of rural sociology, Hillyard goes on to offer contemporary case studies that clearly demonstrate the need for a reinvigorated rural sociology. Tackling a range of contentious issues--from fox-hunting to organic farming--this book offers a new model for rural sociology and reassesses its role in contemporary society.
Careers in International Affairs
Author: Maria Pinto CarlandPublisher: Georgetown University Press
ISBN: 1589012895
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 432
Book Description
Careers in International Affairs, now in its eighth edition, is the ultimate job hunting guide for anyone hoping to work in the U.S. government, international organizations, business, or nonprofits. This thoroughly revised edition provides up-to-date descriptions and data about careers in the global workplace and how to find them—along with nearly 300 organization profiles. In addition to a remarkably broad and deep list of organizations and contacts, Careers in International Affairs offers insight and guidance from a career counselor, a graduate student, and practitioners in the international affairs community on networking, interviewing, finding a mentor, and choosing the best graduate school. The book also presents numerous firsthand perspectives on various career sectors from those who have found their own international niche—from young professionals to senior policymakers. It is designed to encourage international job seekers to think about what they know and what talents they have to offer, to widen their horizons and reveal all the possibilities, to help them realize that the future could hold several careers, and to remind them that it is never too early—or too late—to consider the variety of options that await them around the world. Careers in International Affairs is published in cooperation with Georgetown University's School of Foreign Service, the oldest and largest school of international affairs in the United States.
The Greening of America
Author: Charles A. ReichPublisher: Three Rivers Press
ISBN: 9780517886366
Category : United States
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The 25th Anniversary of the Groundbreaking Classic. "If there was any doubt about the need for social transformation in 1970, that need is clear and urgent today....I am now more convinced than ever that the conflict and suffering now threatening to engulf us are entirely unnecessary, and a tragic waste of our energy and resources. We can create an economic system that is not at war with human beings or nature, and we can get from here to there by democratic means."--from the new Preface by Charles A. Reich.
Towards the Improvement of Agriculture and Rural Life in the Americas
Author: Publisher: IICA Biblioteca Venezuela
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
2008 National Annual Report: IICA's USA Contribution to the Development of Agriculture and Rural Communities in the Americas
Author: Annual Report Prepared for the Organization of American States
Author: Publisher: IICA
ISBN: 9789290392644
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 58
Book Description
Repport of the Twelfth Regular Meeting of the Inter-American Board of Agriculture 2003
Author: Publisher: IICA
ISBN: 9789290395928
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 148
Book Description
Sustainable Agricultural Mechanization: A Framework for Africa
Author: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United NationsPublisher: Food & Agriculture Org.
ISBN: 9251308713
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 150
Book Description
This framework presents ten interrelated principles/elements to guide Sustainable Agricultural Mechanization in Africa (SAMA). Further, it presents the technical issues to be considered under SAMA and the options to be analysed at the country and sub regional levels. The ten key elements required in a framework for SAMA are as follows: The analysis in the framework calls for a specific approach, involving learning from other parts of the world where significant transformation of the agricultural mechanization sector has already occurred within a three-to-four decade time frame, and developing policies and programmes to realize Africa’s aspirations of Zero Hunger by 2025. This approach entails the identification and prioritization of relevant and interrelated elements to help countries develop strategies and practical development plans that create synergies in line with their agricultural transformation plans. Given the unique characteristics of each country and the diverse needs of Africa due to the ecological heterogeneity and the wide range of farm sizes, the framework avoids being prescriptive.
