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Abstract The low yield of cowpeas (Vigna unguiculata (L.) Walp.) in sub‐Saharan Africa is credited to several limitations, including poor soil fertility and unsustainable cropping systems. Cereals like maize (Zea mays L.) and legume crops like cowpea support smallholder farmers in sub‐Saharan Africa. Intercropping (more common than rotations) can boost
Richard Kwadwo Kombat +4 more
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THE IMPACT OF GROUNDNUT TRADE LIBERALIZATION: IMPLICATION FOR THE DOHA ROUND
We use a partial-equilibrium multi-market international model to analyze trade and agricultural policies affecting peanut/groundnut products markets. The model covers four goods (food and crush quality groundnuts, groundnut oil and cake) in 13 countries ...
Sewadeh, Mirvat +3 more
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Artificial Hybridization in Groundnut [PDF]
Artificial hybridization is an integral part of groundnut breeding. In groundnut, the success rate in artificial hybridization depends largely on a proper understanding of the flower structure and its biology, adoption of an appropriate hybridization ...
Nigam, S N, Gibbons, R W, Rao, M J V
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Structural and Functional Properties of Ingredient Composition in Kenkey Preparation: A Review
This review synthesizes three decades of research on kenkey, a fermented maize staple of West Africa. Examining the structural, functional, and nutritional properties that emerge from traditional fermentation and thermal processing, and identifying priorities for future research toward quality standardization and commercial development. ABSTRACT Kenkey,
Afia Sakyiwaa Amponsah
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Labour Demand and Labour-saving Options: A Case of Groundnut Crop in India
Groundnut is a labour-intensive crop, especially for operations like sowing, weeding, harvesting, and drying. But, of-late, due to timely unavailability of labour, many farmers are not able to exercise timely operations resulting in low yield realization.
Mishra, A.P., Govindaraj, G.
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WHY THE ECONOMICS OF GROUNDNUT PROCESSING IN AKWANGA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, NASARAWA STATE, NIGERIA [PDF]
Despite Nigeria's plentiful agricultural resources and oil wealth, poverty is widespread in the Country and has increase since the late 1990's, neglect of rural infrastructure affects the profitability of agricultural production.
Abdulahmeed A. GIREI +3 more
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Adoption of improved groundnut seed and its impact on rural households’ welfare in Eastern Ethiopia
This study has evaluated the impact of adoption of improved groundnut seed on the well-being of the farmers of Eastern Ethiopia using a cross-sectional data collected from 301 sample households. To address this objective, both descriptive and econometric
Musa H. Ahmed +4 more
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The extreme event of climate change (CC) has become more crucial, and under the current context of CC during the last decade. The cropping system (CS) approach is more appropriate than a suitable and established package of practices for individual crops, as CS interrelates with other components and resources related to sustainable farming under the ...
Sagar Maitra +9 more
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Bioactive fatty acids from agro‐industrial byproducts are highlighted as a promising avenue for managing diabetes in this review, which aims to develop targeted interventions for optimal utilization and therapeutic benefits. ABSTRACT Diabetes mellitus (DM), influenced by multifaceted factors, creates a complex imbalance within the body. Nutrition plays
Youssef Elouafy +7 more
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This study evaluated Bambara groundnut–wheat composite bread fortified with orange peel in diabetic rats. Diets significantly lowered blood glucose, inhibited α‐glucosidase and α‐amylase, and boosted antioxidant enzymes compared to controls. Results emphasize BG‐based functional foods' potential to help manage type 2 diabetes through regulation of ...
S. O. Oguntuase +3 more
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