Abstract

ABSTRACT Malnutrition has spawned numerous cases of anemia and triggered the emergence of other diseases in West Africa. To combat this issue, affordable production of nutrient-rich food crops must be ensured. Indigenous vegetables offer a cost-effective and high-quality source of nutrition. Despite their nutritional advantages and economic potential, indigenous vegetables remain underutilized due to limited shelf life, low yields, inadequate seed supplies, and conservation challenges. In this review, we discuss advanced methods and contemporary biotechnology approaches that could enhance the production of five selected commonly consumed indigenous vegetables for food, nutrition, and income security in West Africa.

Full Text
Paper version not known

Talk to us

Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have

Schedule a call

Disclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.