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A disaster is the general outcome of an event
that correspondents to a significant disruption of normal life of
at least the smallest human community. Disasters are the result
of the interaction between an extreme factor -or the combination
of several factors- and a vulnerable system. Effects on agricultural
activities, especially related to the traditional small-scale farming
systems are most often neglected and/or considered to be of minor
economic interest. Pro-active strategies are essential if vulnerable
countries are to avoid large-scale loss of life and destruction
of environment, activities and infrastructures.
RADAR
Agricultural disaster impact analyses are based mainly on empirical
‘in situ’ analysis, largely dependent on access to the
impacted area and expert professional experience. <more>
RADAR - Hurricane Mitch
The RADAR approach is illustrated by the example of the impact assessment
of Hurricane Mitch on the Honduras agricultural production system.
<more>
Tsunami
This page provides detailed agroclimatic maps for the countries
affected by the Tsunami, as well as detailed rainfed crop calendar
information for the stations in the coastal areas. <more>
Methods and tools
Related links and publications <more>
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