Agricultural intensification and flexibility in the Nigerian Sahel.

From:
Department for International Development
Published
1 January 1997
Country:
Nigeria
Document Type:
Journal Article
Theme:
Climate and Environment
Authors:
Mortimore, M., Adams, W.

Abstract

This paper discusses evidence of agricultural intensification in the Sahelian zone of north-east Nigeria, drawing on data from a five-year monitoring study of soils, cultivars and livelihoods accross environmental and demographic gradients. This paper stresses the importance of flexibility in ecological management and in economic activities as components of rural livelihood strategies.

Citation

Adams, W.; Mortimore, M. Agricultural intensification and flexibility in the Nigerian Sahel. Geographical Journal (1997) 163 (2) 150-160.

Agricultural intensification and flexibility in the Nigerian Sahel.

Published 1 January 1997
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