Preserving biodiversity of Andean roots and tubers : working with women

Cadima, Ximena; Terrazas, Franz; Salazar, Magaly; Calderón, Rayne; Antezana, lvonne

Preserving biodiversity of Andean roots and tubers : working with women

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2012

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Abstract

The strategy was based on the development of social and economic incentives for in situ conservation of the agrobiodiversity, in micro-centres with high biodiversity. Rural women played a key role in this process. Activities were implemented in 3 Bolivian zones where approximately 700 families have benefitted from PROINPA’s (Fundación para la Promoción e Investigación de Productos Andinos) activities. The poster provides graphic information about the project. Rural women appear to have more knowledge than men regarding agrobiodiversity, and more incentive to try innovative practices.

Keywords

ANDES, BIODIVERSITY, CONSERVATION, ROOT CROPS, GENDER, WOMEN IN DEVELOPMENT, WOMEN IN AGRICULTURE, INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE, PRODUCER GROUPS, PARTICIPATORY RESEARCH, SOCIAL CAPITAL, SOUTH AMERICA