A decade of advances in the study of buckwheat for organic farming and agroecology (2013-2023)
During the last decade, research has shown the environment and human health benefits of growing buckwheat (Fagopyrum spp.). This comprehensive review aims to summarize the major advancements made in the study of buckwheat from 2013 to 2023, focusing on its agronomic characteristics, nutritional valu...
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| author | Yedra Vieites-Álvarez Yedra Vieites-Álvarez Manuel J. Reigosa Manuel J. Reigosa Adela M. Sánchez-Moreiras Adela M. Sánchez-Moreiras |
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| description | During the last decade, research has shown the environment and human health benefits of growing buckwheat (Fagopyrum spp.). This comprehensive review aims to summarize the major advancements made in the study of buckwheat from 2013 to 2023, focusing on its agronomic characteristics, nutritional value, and potential applications in sustainable agriculture. The review examines the diverse applications of buckwheat in organic and agroecological farming systems, and discusses the ability of buckwheat to control weeds through allelopathy, competition, and other sustainable farming methods, such as crop rotation, intercropping and green manure, while improving soil health and biodiversity. The review also explores the nutritional value of buckwheat. It delves into the composition of buckwheat grains, emphasizing their high protein content, and the presence of essential amino acids and valuable micronutrients, which is linked to health benefits such as lowering cholesterol levels, controlling diabetes and acting against different types of cancer, among others. Finally, the review concludes by highlighting the gaps in current knowledge, and proposing future research directions to further optimize buckwheat production in organic or agroecological farming systems. It emphasizes the need for interdisciplinary collaboration, and the integration of traditional knowledge with modern scientific approaches to unlock the full potential of buckwheat as a sustainable crop. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-0070d2be284141f7a3f5736669aebb772024-03-06T04:41:47ZengFrontiers Media S.A.Frontiers in Plant Science1664-462X2024-03-011510.3389/fpls.2024.13546721354672A decade of advances in the study of buckwheat for organic farming and agroecology (2013-2023)Yedra Vieites-Álvarez0Yedra Vieites-Álvarez1Manuel J. Reigosa2Manuel J. Reigosa3Adela M. Sánchez-Moreiras4Adela M. Sánchez-Moreiras5Universidade de Vigo, Departamento de Bioloxía Vexetal e Ciencias do Solo, Facultade de Bioloxía, Vigo, SpainInstituto de Agroecoloxía e Alimentación (IAA), Universidade de Vigo, Ourense, SpainUniversidade de Vigo, Departamento de Bioloxía Vexetal e Ciencias do Solo, Facultade de Bioloxía, Vigo, SpainInstituto de Agroecoloxía e Alimentación (IAA), Universidade de Vigo, Ourense, SpainUniversidade de Vigo, Departamento de Bioloxía Vexetal e Ciencias do Solo, Facultade de Bioloxía, Vigo, SpainInstituto de Agroecoloxía e Alimentación (IAA), Universidade de Vigo, Ourense, SpainDuring the last decade, research has shown the environment and human health benefits of growing buckwheat (Fagopyrum spp.). This comprehensive review aims to summarize the major advancements made in the study of buckwheat from 2013 to 2023, focusing on its agronomic characteristics, nutritional value, and potential applications in sustainable agriculture. The review examines the diverse applications of buckwheat in organic and agroecological farming systems, and discusses the ability of buckwheat to control weeds through allelopathy, competition, and other sustainable farming methods, such as crop rotation, intercropping and green manure, while improving soil health and biodiversity. The review also explores the nutritional value of buckwheat. It delves into the composition of buckwheat grains, emphasizing their high protein content, and the presence of essential amino acids and valuable micronutrients, which is linked to health benefits such as lowering cholesterol levels, controlling diabetes and acting against different types of cancer, among others. Finally, the review concludes by highlighting the gaps in current knowledge, and proposing future research directions to further optimize buckwheat production in organic or agroecological farming systems. It emphasizes the need for interdisciplinary collaboration, and the integration of traditional knowledge with modern scientific approaches to unlock the full potential of buckwheat as a sustainable crop.https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpls.2024.1354672/fullbuckwheatorganic farmingagroecologypolyphenolssustainable weed management |
| spellingShingle | Yedra Vieites-Álvarez Yedra Vieites-Álvarez Manuel J. Reigosa Manuel J. Reigosa Adela M. Sánchez-Moreiras Adela M. Sánchez-Moreiras A decade of advances in the study of buckwheat for organic farming and agroecology (2013-2023) Frontiers in Plant Science buckwheat organic farming agroecology polyphenols sustainable weed management |
| title | A decade of advances in the study of buckwheat for organic farming and agroecology (2013-2023) |
| title_full | A decade of advances in the study of buckwheat for organic farming and agroecology (2013-2023) |
| title_fullStr | A decade of advances in the study of buckwheat for organic farming and agroecology (2013-2023) |
| title_full_unstemmed | A decade of advances in the study of buckwheat for organic farming and agroecology (2013-2023) |
| title_short | A decade of advances in the study of buckwheat for organic farming and agroecology (2013-2023) |
| title_sort | decade of advances in the study of buckwheat for organic farming and agroecology 2013 2023 |
| topic | buckwheat organic farming agroecology polyphenols sustainable weed management |
| url | https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpls.2024.1354672/full |
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