Lentil (Lens culinaris Med.) is normally harvested by hand in west Asia and north Africa, but research is needed on mechanizing its harvest to reduce input costs. Yield losses from a mechanized harvest increase with increased lodging. The genetic...
In 1987, ICARDA experienced significant leadership and organizational changes. Dr. Mohamed A. Nour, Director General since 1981, left to join the UN Development Programme, and Dr. Aart van Schoonhoven joined as Deputy Director General for Research in...
In 1986, ICARDA marked its tenth anniversary, a year of reflection and consolidation as well as new strategic directions. Stronger collaboration was established with countries such as Algeria, Ethiopia, Iraq, Morocco, Turkey, and China, with national...
ICARDA Annual Report 1984/85 major highlights:
Harsh season with severe frost (19 days, down to -10°C) followed by hot, dry weather. Crops were badly damaged, but conditions allowed scientists to test germplasm under combined frost and drought...
1983/84 was one of the driest years on record (210 mm at Tel Hadya, most before November), leaving crops without rain during growth. Severe drought hit both research trials and farmers’ fields.
1983/84 ICARDA Report major highlights:
1. Drought...
The 1982/83 season had unusual climatic conditions: rainfall was slightly below average, temperatures were lower (8.4°C vs. 10.2°C), and a new minimum of -9.8°C was recorded in January 1983. Frost was severe, with 52 frost days compared to the usual...
