Policy Analysis and Advocacy Programme (PAAP) electronic newsletter, volume 12, number 10, 22 May 2009

This newsletter issue provides details of the IDRC implementation of a project in Ethiopia and Uganda in scaling sustainable land management (SLM) innovations, for positive and timely outcomes for livelihoods, poverty reduction and environmental sustainability. Research evidence has shown that farmers in the region can increase their farm productivity by up to 5 times upon adoption of SLM innovations. In scaling-up, the project will pay particular attention to policy and institutional processes. Understanding access, ownership and control of land in the project communities will be crucial; proactive strategies will ensure active participation of both male and female farmers.