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Resistance breeding and biocontrol of Striga asiatica (L.) Kuntze in maize: a review

Acta Agriculturae Scandinavica. Section B, Soil and Plant Science, 2018
Purpose: The aims of this article are to highlight pre-breeding procedures for identifying primary sources of Striga-resistance genes and to summarize complimentary breeding techniques that enhance partial resistance of maize varieties against Striga ...
Admire Tichafa Shayanowako, Mark Laing, Hussein Shimelis, Learnmore Mwadzingeni   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Genotypic Variation in Cultivated and Wild Sorghum Genotypes in Response to Striga hermonthica Infestation

Frontiers in Plant Science, 2021
Striga hermonthica is the most important parasitic weed in sub-Saharan Africa and remains one of the most devastating biotic factors affecting sorghum production in the western regions of Kenya.
Nicoleta Muchira, Nicoleta Muchira, Kahiu Ngugi, Lydia N. Wamalwa, Millicent Avosa, Wiliter Chepkorir, Eric Manyasa, Desterio Nyamongo, Damaris A. Odeny   +8 more
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Mucuna pruriens as a Sustainable Functional Food: Applications From Seed to Product

Modern Agriculture, Volume 4, Issue 2, December 2026.
This review highlights Mucuna pruriens as a nutrient‐rich legume with significant nutritional, therapeutic, and agricultural value. Its protein‐rich seeds contain essential minerals and L‐DOPA, but high antinutritional compounds require effective processing before consumption.
Crossby Osei Tutu, Reuben Acheampong, Papa Toah Akonor, Bernard Kwabena Asiedu, Rexford Obeng, Anthonia Helga Andoh‐Odoom, Dora Duah‐Bisiw, Jacob Ulzen, Michael Wiafe‐Kwagyan, Nii Korley Kortei, Justice Owusu‐Bempah   +10 more
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Resolving intergenotypic Striga resistance in sorghum

Journal of Experimental Botany, 2022
Abstract Genetic underpinnings of host–pathogen interactions in the parasitic plant Striga hermonthica, a root parasitic plant that ravages cereals in sub-Saharan Africa, are unclear. We performed a comparative transcriptome study on five genotypes of sorghum exhibiting diverse resistance responses to S.
Sylvia Mutinda, Fredrick M. Mobegi, Brett Hale, Olivier Dayou, Elijah Ateka, Asela Wijeratne, Susann Wicke, Emily S. Bellis, Steven Runo   +8 more
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Application of Omics Technologies for Cowpea Improvement

Plant-Environment Interactions, Volume 7, Issue 5, October 2026.
ABSTRACT Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) is a vital crop for food security, nutrition, and climate resilience in sub‐Saharan African and other semi‐arid regions. However, its improvement is constrained by the complexity of polygenic traits such as drought tolerance, pest resistance, and seed quality.
Junior S. Kamara, Festus O. Olasupo, Abdoul‐Razak Oumarou Mahamane, Katleho S. Selele   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Mulching offers protection from Striga asiatica L. Kutnze parasitism in Sorghum genotypes

Acta Agriculturae Scandinavica. Section B, Soil and Plant Science, 2019
The production of sorghum is hampered by the parasitic weed Striga asiatica L. Mulching is promoted as a component of the conservation agriculture systems in sub Saharan Africa.
Mandumbu Ronald, Mutengwa Charles, Mabasa Stanford, Mwenje Eddie   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Evaluation of sorghum (Sorghum bicolor (l.) Moench) genotypes for striga resistance and associations among yield and striga related traits [PDF]

Innovations in Agriculture
Striga stands as one of the most significant biotic constraints, severely impacting sorghum production and productivity in the northern and northeastern regions of the country.
Solomon Mitiku, Fikru Mekonnen
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Underutilized microbial diversity in sub‐Saharan Africa: Toward context‐driven microbiome‐based agricultural interventions

Agronomy Journal, Volume 118, Issue 5, September/October 2026.
Abstract Microbiome‐based approaches are increasingly recognized as sustainable and complementary strategies for overcoming persistent constraints in agricultural production. In this article, we synthesize existing evidence on microbiome applications in sub‐Saharan Africa (SSA) aimed at resolving major binding constraints compromising sustainable crop ...
Sulemana Issifu, Frank Rasche
wiley   +1 more source

Groundnut Improvement for Aflatoxin Resistance: Progress and Opportunities

Food and Energy Security, Volume 15, Issue 5, September/October 2026.
ABSTRACT Groundnut, or peanut, is an industrial oilseed crop that serves the food and feed industries and provides income along the value chain. Pre‐ and post‐harvest aflatoxin contamination, caused by Aspergillus spp., hinders the food and feed value and market opportunities of groundnut products. Developing and deploying aflatoxin‐resistant varieties
Tullu Tadessa Asefa, Hussein Shimelis, Janila Pasupuleti, Seltene Abady Tesfamariam   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Semagenesis and the parasitic angiosperm Striga asiatica [PDF]

The Plant Journal, 2007
SummaryOver the last several years, intermediates in the reduction of dioxygen have been attributed diverse functional roles ranging from protection against pathogen attack to the regulation of cellular development. Evidence now suggests that parasitic angiosperms, which naturally commit to virulence through the growth of new organs, depend on reduced ...
William John, Keyes, Andrew G, Palmer, William Kaya, Erbil, Jeannette V, Taylor, Robert P, Apkarian, Eric R, Weeks, David G, Lynn   +6 more
openaire   +2 more sources