Amaranth production and consumption in South Africa: the challenges of sustainability for food and nutrition security
Amaranthus spp occupies a strategic position in combating food and nutrition insecurity, as it is widely consumed in sub-Saharan Africa. It is drought tolerant and can grow on marginal soils, however, with adequate management; it can produce about 40 tons/ha of fresh leaves. The leaves are rich in n...
Main Authors: | Obianuju Chiamaka Emmanuel, Olubukola Oluranti Babalola |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Taylor & Francis Group
2022-07-01
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Series: | International Journal of Agricultural Sustainability |
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Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/14735903.2021.1940729 |
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