SABRN‐Updates 2009‐10

Member CountriesA lAngolaSouth DRCLesothoMalawiMalawiMauritiusMozambiqueSouth AfricaSouth AfricaSwazilandTanzaniaZambiaZimbabwe

R. M. Chirwa

ECABREN SC & Gender Workshop, held in Arusha, Tanzania – 14-21 February 2010

OUTLINEOUTLINE

• Implementing the PABRA frame work 2009‐Implementing the PABRA frame work 20092013

• Germplasm distributed in 2009• Germplasm distributed in 2009• Available nurseries in 2010• Capacity building

O t #1 I d dOutcome #1: Increased access and utilization of improved bean pvarieties resistant to multiple 

i lenvironmental stresses

Output 1.1 New or revised tools for targeting technologies for specific environmental stresses  including those associated with li t h d i i i bl id l il blclimate change and socio‐economic variables  widely available 

to development and farmer organizationsActivity Set #1.1.1 Review and analyze current and future risks to bean production and y y f putilization associated with major environmental stresses (prevalent drought and floods, heat, acid soils, salinity, low soil fertility, risk of soil degradation, pest and diseases) and end user systems

1.1.1.5 Collect information requirements for PABRA Bean Atlas. All countries:

Output #1.2: Mechanisms for resistance to environmental stresses are understood and used to generate improved g pvarieties resistant to specific environmental stresses

Activity Set #1.2.1 Study, validate and document the genetic, physiological, pathogenic and pest mechanisms conferring resistance to different environmental stresses (linking with p f g ff gcapacity building) and generate new stress resistant bean germplasm

1.2.1.1 Review the status and characterize old/new pests and diseases (including new races) E.g. Angular Leaf Spot (ALS), Anthracnose, Root Rot (RR), Web blight, Rust, H l bli ht d t li t h P t b t t B hid

All countries: FHalo blight due to climate change or new races; Pests: bean stem maggot, Bruchids,

aphids and white flies. All countries involved. Focus on ZA: (ALS, ANT, HB, rust); MW: and s/TZ (Bruchid); Malawi (BSM)

Focus on ZA, MW, s/TZ

1.2.1.2. Identify sources of resistance to new races of pests and diseases that may have d ( tl d t li t h ) ifi it f SABRN ZA ALS

ZA, MW, &S/TZemerged (partly due to climate change): specific site focus: SABRN: ZA: ALS,

ANT,HB, RUST: TZ: ANT, ALS (AGRA) and MW: Bruchid (AGRA), MW: BSM (PABRA)

S/TZ

1.2.2.5. Continue development, testing advance lines and variety release with resistance t lti l t i t (ALL PABRA t i )

AllC t ito multiple constraints (ALL PABRA countries) Countries

1.2.2.12 Take stock of available germplasm with multiple resistances to stresses (biotic and abiotic) and distribute a nursery for regional evaluation. SABRN COUNTRIES TO EVALUATE BY ALL COUNTRIES

All countries

1.2.2.15 NARS to share elite lines from their programs, e.g., root rots, ALS etc.Targeted countries:

ZA, ZM, MW, SH/TZ and ZW

Outcome# 2: Farmers access adaptOutcome# 2: Farmers access, adapt and use, cost effective, integrated environmental stress management

options to better manage soiloptions to better manage soil fertility/moisture and crop t /di d i th ipests/diseases and increase their

capacity to respond to stress

Output 2.1: New and existing options and strategies for managing different stress environments are available to g gfarmers through partners using participatory approaches.

Activity set # 2.1.1: Develop/identify strategies that address problems associated with intensification in bean cropping systems to generate and promote technologies associated with stresses under crop intensificationp f

2.1.1.1 Developing IDPM and ISFM packages related to intensification of bean cropping systems.

All countries -except MR

2.1.1.2 Identify packages for potential scaling up and develop strategies All countries with partners through participatory research processes and others by gender. In target countries:

except – LE, MR, ZA

Outcome #3: Increased micronutrient-rich bean varieties

d d t i th di t f thand products in the diets of the vulnerable communitiesvulnerable communities

(children, women, and PLWHA) i h i i i dto improve their nutrition and

healthhealth

Output 3.1. Bean varieties with improved micronutrient concentration and superior agronomic traits developed and p g p

made available.

Activity sets# 3.1.1: Identify elite parental sources for seed iron and zinc concentration and use in conventional and marker assisted breeding for high nutrition quality, market, high yield and stress tolerant varieties and assess mineral stability across agro-ecological zones3 1 1 1 Identify and validate parental lines for key traits (Fe/Zn ZA TZ ZM3.1.1.1. Identify and validate parental lines for key traits (Fe/Zn, abiotic and biotic stress) and generate F1 and F2 populations

ZA, TZ, ZM, ZW MW

3.1.1.2. Select recombinants from existing F3 and F4 populations ZM, ZA, ZW, TZ, MW

3.1.1.3 Evaluate existing F5 and F6 lines for mineral density and G xE

ZM, ZA, ZW, TZ, MW

3.1.1.4 Increase seed of NUA, NUV and KAB and evaluate for mineral density and G x E

ZW, LE, ZM, CD MW SWmineral density and G x E CD, MW, SW, MZ

3.1.1.5 Conduct national performance trials and DUS tests for candidate fast track lines

ZW, LE, ZM, CD, MW, SW, MZ-

3.1.1.6 Produce nucleus, breeder for pre-release and/or released fast track lines and develop descriptors

ZW, ZM, TZ, MW, MZ

Output 3.2 Bean based food products targeted to specific deficiencies, developed, tested and made available to vulnerable , p ,

areas/communities. 

Activity set# 3.2.1: Assess and map prevalence of target nutritional deficiencies y p p f g famong vulnerable groups and develop value added bean-based food products for household consumption, supplementary feeding and for markets with agricultural, health and nutrition partners3 2 1 2 D l l dd d b b d f d d t ( t h h ld ZM3.2.1.2 Develop value added bean based food products (at house hold level, community and large scale)

ZM, MW, STZ

3.2.1.3 Train partners on micronutrient nutrition ZM, p ,MW, STZ

Output 3.3: Bio‐availability, bio‐efficacy, retention of micronutrients and health qualities (alfatoxins) of bean grain q ( ) g

determined

Activity sets#3.3.1: Link with Harvest-Plus to determine bioavailability of iron and zinc y y fin selected micronutrient rich bean varieties and bean based meals under various conditions (e.g. soaking, germination, fermenting, cooking) across PABRA countries.

3.3.1.1 Establish baseline content of Fe/Zn in raw and process beans (incl. ZM, Cooking) and consolidate available data for different categories of users; document and disseminate through partners :

MW &S/TZ

3 3 1 3 Produce seed of micronutrient rich bean varieties in selected countries ZM3.3.1.3 Produce seed of micronutrient rich bean varieties in selected countries (Zambia, Malawi, S/Tanzania)

ZM, MW &S/TZ

Outcome # 4: Small holder farmersOutcome # 4: Small holder farmers, traders and other value chain actors

benefit more from opportunities created by emerging new andcreated by emerging new and expanding existing markets

Output 4.1: Farmers have access to information on markets and are effectively linked to  national, regional and international y , g

bean markets using equitable Activity set# 4.1.1: Conduct value chain analysis for bean based products in national regional and international markets: develop strategies for effectivelynational, regional and international markets: develop strategies for effectively linking smallholder farmers.

4.1.1.2. Review, and evaluate national bean market information systems

ZM, ZW MZ MWsystems MZ, MW, South TZ, S-CD, , SW

4.1.1.3. Document and evaluate major bean markets- their ZM, ZW characteristics, constraints and opportunities MZ, MW,

South TZ, S-CD, , SW

4 1 1 4 Conduct disaggregated value Chain Analysis dry beans ZM ZW4.1.1.4. Conduct disaggregated value Chain Analysis – dry beans (team with CRS) countries as above (Consider gender disaggregated market margin analysis)

ZM, ZW MZ, MW, South TZ, S-CD, , SW

Output 4.1: Farmers have access to information on markets and are effectively linked to  national, regional and international y , g

bean markets using equitable Activity set# 4.2.1: Generate dry, snap, climbing, runner, canning bean varieties for niche markets and evaluate with farmers (male and female) andvarieties for niche markets and evaluate with farmers (male and female) and other chain actors (consumers, traders, hoteliers, farmers, processors etc.)

4.2.1.1: Identify and validate parental lines for key traits (dry beans snap canning and runner) and generate F1 and F2

ZA, ZM, ZW MWbeans, snap, canning and runner) and generate F1 and F2

populationsZW, MW, SH/TZ

4.2.1.2 Select recombinants from existing F 3 and F4 populations ZA, ZM, ZW, MW, SH/TZ

4.2.1.3. Evaluate existing F5 and F6 lines ZA, ZM, ZW, MW, SH/TZSH/TZ

Output 4.1: Farmers have access to information on markets and are effectively linked to  national, regional and international y , g

bean markets using equitable Activity set #4.2.2 Increase of existing released varieties for exhibition with various value chain actors and distribute seedsvarious value chain actors and distribute seeds

4.2.2.1 Develop demonstration plots and variety leaflets for released and pre release varieties of bush and climbing beans

ZA, ZM, ZW MWreleased and pre-release varieties of bush and climbing beans ZW, MW, SH/TZ

4.2.2.2 Conduct exhibition of released and pre release varieties of bush and climbing beans for traders , processors, exporters and

ZA, ZM, ZW, MW,

farmers to create SH/TZ

Output 5.1:  Seed systems and information for promoting  production and supply of  preferred dry bean & niche market p pp y p y

varieties are widely availableActivity set# 5.1.1 Scale up and out seed to targeted potential end users using efficient seed delivery systems identified through comparative analysis of seed demandseed delivery systems identified through comparative analysis of seed demand, production and delivery methods.

5.1.1.2. Characterize and determine the scale of current and potential clients groups for seed based technologies for

All countries (MW MZpotential clients groups, for seed-based technologies, for

environment management options and for nutritional bean based products. (TL: Kenya and Ethiopia.

(MW. MZ and s/TZ –under McK)

5.1.1.3. Increase/multiply foundation seeds for both formal and informal seed producers/partners all countries at least 2000 kg for each released variety: ALL COUNTRIES EXCEPT MW, MZ, TZ, CD5 1 1 4 Action Research on ways to Scale up breeder and foundation5.1.1.4. Action Research on ways to Scale up breeder and foundation seed: TLII: Kenya and Ethiopia; 5.1.1.5 New Action Research on small seed packets and other seed marketing strategies:5.1.1.6 National workshops to agree on seed production and post harvest /business management for partners under different projects including innovative seed promotion e.g. small packs

Outcome #5: Diverse clientele of d d imen and women end-users are using

adapted and preferred bean p pvarieties, environment stress

management options andmanagement options, and micronutrients bean- based products

through leveraging sustainable approaches for product production,approaches for product production,

delivery and information sharing

Output 5.1:  Seed systems and information for promoting  production and supply of  preferred dry bean & niche market p pp y p y

varieties are widely availableActivity set#5.1.2 Expand information materials and media for different clientele, devise explicit demand creation strategies (including for invisible value added traits)devise explicit demand creation strategies (including for invisible value-added traits) and mass produce relevant materials training manuals (all the while carefully monitoring who is being reached and where).

5 1 2 1 D i d t d d i f ti t l All t i5.1.2.1 Design, update and mass produce information tools All countries (MW. MZ and s/TZ –under McK))

Output 5.2: Environment stress management products and il bl ith di it f l i idprocesses are available with a diversity of rural service providers

Activity set#5.2.1 Develop, differentiate (end user perceptions on) and scale up production delivery of management options and co learning methods for dealingproduction, delivery of management options and co-learning methods for dealing with environmental stresses, with a focus on product and process use which is sustainable and equitable

5 2 1 1 C d t ti h h t l th d ti SZ d S/TZ5.2.1.1 Conduct action research on how to scale up the production and delivery of potential products and alleviating processes related to environmental stresses (example to be drawn in PABRA countries namely UG. Southern TZ, DRC, RW but also consider other

SZ and S/TZ

y , ,potential countries/ entrepreneurs e.g. champion/innovative farmers (pick ISFM and one IPDM problem) –Linked to 2.1.1.

Output 5.3: Vulnerable groups and service providers have access to Micro nutrient dense bean based products through a diversity p g y

of partners and outreach channels.Activity set#5.3.1 Scale up and out the production, delivery and uptake of nutritious bean based products and information to a diverse range of partners includingbean-based products and information to a diverse range of partners including devising explicit demand creation strategies for non visible traits (micro nutrient dense beans varieties and their nutritious products). Promotion of approaches will be based on a review and comparative analysis of PABRA nutrition and health experience.

5.3.1.2. Conduct action research on information dissemination strategies related to micro dense varieties SH/TZ MW ZM

MW. ZM and s/TZstrategies related to micro dense varieties SH/TZ, MW, ZM and s/TZ

Outcome #6: PABRA partners haveOutcome #6: PABRA partners have increased ability to respond to

demands in the bean sector, and are utilizing generated knowledge to g g g

influence bean related national and regional policy and advocacyregional policy and advocacy

matters

Output 6.1: PABRA and Networks are strengthened to exploit synergies, efficiencies, and accountability, in responding to y g , , y, p g

demand in new areas

Output 6.1: PABRA and Networks are strengthened to exploit synergies, efficiencies, d t bilit i di t d d iand accountability, in responding to demand in new areas

6.1.1.3 Training of trainers in participatory monitoring and evaluation i ddi i l i d i S h DRC d Z bi (3 i

CD & ZMin additional sites and partners in Southern DRC, and Zambia (3 sites: Kasama, Solowezi and Chipata)

Output 6.1: PABRA and Networks are strengthened to exploit synergies, efficiencies, and accountability, in responding to y g , , y, p g

demand in new areasActivity set#6.1.2 Assess bottlenecks and develop strategies for strengthening the functioning of PABRA and design manage and institutionalize (with PABRAfunctioning of PABRA and design , manage and institutionalize (with PABRA partners) use of Monitoring & Evaluation in PABRA networks

6.1.2.1 Develop tools for monitoring specific outputs in PABRA ( i f t ith ti l t )

sCD, MW, S/TZ & ZM(review formats with national partners ) S/TZ & ZM

6.1.2.2 Conduct desk study to assess and evaluate institutionalisation options/practices for M&E

sCD, MW, S/TZ & ZM

6.1.2.3 Support to knowledge exchange and sharing in monitoring sCD, MW, pp g g g gand evaluation including attendance to local and international conferences

, ,S/TZ & ZM

6.1.2.4 Progressive monitoring by national partners in SABRN, support t l d i ( t d t ll t i i SABRN f d f t ti

All countriestools design (extend to all countries in SABRN, funds for stationery, printing, % time for special skills hire, )6.1.2.5 Support to national learning platforms , incorporate new partners in new sites in Southern DRC & Zambia 

sCD & ZMp

Output 6.3: A strategy for influencing policy and advocacy in PABRA defined and promoted.f p

Activity set#6.3.1 Identify, analyze key gaps in existing agricultural seed, health, i t l t li i hi h i hibit d l t f ffi i t d t i blenvironmental stress policies which inhibit development of efficient and sustainable 

delivery systems and establish strategies to influence regulatory bodies and agricultural policy makers to address policy gaps.

l h f i f i d i i hi All SABRN6.3.1.6 Catalyze exchange of information and reporting within PABRA: a. Network Steering Committee by network partners – SABRN countries (Oct 2010)

All SABRN countries

Bean Germplasm Distributed in 20092009

Nursery or trial Entries Number of sets by country AO CD LS MW MZ ZA SZ TZ ZM ZW MR

SARBYT 20 1 2 2 1SARBEN 100 1 2 2 1DROUGHT SMALL 133 1 1DROUGHT LARGE 21 1 2 2 1DROUGHT LARGE 21 1 2 2 1BSM 5 4 1SUGAR NURSERY 63 1 1CALIMA NURSERY 210 1NAVY 45 1 1NAVY 45 1 1BIOFORT FAST/TRACK 39 1 1 1BIOFORT LARGE 60 1 1MEDIUM CLIMBERS 13 3HEAVY CLIMBERS 38 3RED KID DWARFS 33 3RED KID CLIMBERS 17 3NAVY BEANS 70 3RED KID DWARFS 12 3RED KID CLIMBERS 17 3NAVY BEANS 25 3

Available Germplasm for 2010NURSERY NURSERY

1. CALIMA NURSERY 13. BIOFORT F/ TRACK2. ALS NURSEY 14. CALIMA DWARF 3. VAM 2005 B NURSERY 15. GCI DRY BEANS SET I4 RILS 05A 16 DROUGHT KENYA4. RILS 05A 16. DROUGHT - KENYA5. SUGARS NURSERY 17. FARMERS - LOW P6. BC 3 LINES 18. SEMI CLIMBERS7. NEW BILFA (SABRN) 19. REDS DWARF 8. DROUGHT SMALL SEEDED 20. PURPLE 9 BIOFORTIFICATION SMALL 21 BSM NURSEY9. BIOFORTIFICATION SMALL 21. BSM NURSEY10. CALIMA NURSEY LOW N 22. DROUGHT - MALAWI

11. NAVY BEANS 23. COMMERCIAL VARIETIES

12. SARBYT 24. PVS VARIETIES

Degree trainingDegree training

NAME DEG UNIVERSITY FUNDING STATUSKanyenga Lubobo MSc Univ. of Lubumbashi PABRA Finished 2009Magalhaes Miguel PhD Penn State Univ McKnight Final YearMagalhaes Miguel PhD Penn State Univ. McKnight Final YearSoares Xerinda PhD Penn State Univ. McKnight Final YearCelestina Jochua PhD Penn State Univ. McKnight Final YearVirginia Chisale MSc Penn State Univ. USAID 2nd YearGodwill Makunde PhD Free State Univ. TL-II 2nd Year

Lizzie Kalolokesya MSc Univ of Zambia TL-II Final YearLizzie Kalolokesya MSc Univ. of Zambia TL-II Final YearAbraham Dhlamini MSc Univ of Pretoria Others started

Non‐Degree TrainingNon Degree Training

• Statistical Analyses – using GENSTAT wasStatistical Analyses using GENSTAT was organized in Malawi for McKnight funded projects (Malawi Mozambique and Tanzania)projects (Malawi, Mozambique and Tanzania) 

• Phenotyping genotypes for drought resistance a short course was conducted by CIAT HQ staff– a short course was conducted by CIAT‐HQ staff  

for TL‐II project ‐Malawi and Zimbabwe

Workshops and Meetings o s ops a d ee gs• Organized the final stakeholders’ workshop for the BMZ project 

partners in Malawi – February 2009• Organized a bean breeders workshop in Malawi – February 2009• Organized a PABRA stakeholders workshop in Malawi – February 

20092009• Participate in the PABRA SC meeting in Nairobi, Kenya – April 

2009• Organized the TL‐I Annual Review meeting in Malawi for all 

stakeholders – April 2009 • Participated in the new PABRA Phase implementation plan –

September 2009• Participated in the CCRP East and Southern Africa Culture ofParticipated in the CCRP East and Southern Africa Culture of 

Practice meeting in Dar es Salaam – September 2009 • Organized SABRN SC meeting  ‐ October 2009

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