(v) Baseline: Prior to implementation of recommended SLM technologies, it is necessary to establish baselines with regards to soil quality (SOC pool, aggregation, bulk density, erosion, vulnerability, poverty levels, land tenure, existing land use practices, etc), agronomic yields and profitability. Impact assessment of SLM options cannot be credibly accomplished without the baseline information on critical indicators of sustainability. Indeed, few existing SCS projects have paid careful attention to establishment of such baselines. Thus, the concerns about erroneous data in SCS and other indicators can be addressed if most SLM projects established solid baselines.
(vi) Knowledge exchange, Farmer fied visits, and Evaluation of SLM Options: Farmer evaluation of SLM options is important to assess acceptability of new technology. Appropriate modifications and fine tuning is needed before implementing at scale.
129. Project vs. Programmatic Approaches: Beyond specific individual projects, the best way to scale-up SLM is through existing country development frameworks and strategies (e.g., poverty reduction strategies, country partnership strategies). In addition, such country frameworks and strategies provide an opportunity for the various national government agencies, community organizations and funding agencies to work together. Many countries face the challenge of multiple donors and agencies attempting to implement SLM and reduce land degradation. Coordination of these efforts, agencies and organizations is important for effective and efficient use of limited financial resources, strengthening of institutional capacity and delivering long-term socioeconomic and environmental benefits.
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