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The effect of food price volatility on under-5 child mortality in Ethiopia
Abstract Food price volatility has posed a persistent challenge in Ethiopia for more than five decades, raising concerns about its …
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Factors influencing pineapple productivity for agro-processing industry linkage in Sidama Region, Ethiopia
Abstract Pineapple ( Ananas comosus ), a high-value tropical fruit, is increasingly important for agro-processing due to its nutritional and …
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Climate change impact on urban food gardens: implications for adaptation strategies and food and nutrition security in townships in Pietermaritzburg Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa
Abstract This study examines the impact of climate change on urban food gardens in Sobantu and Mpophomeni townships in Pietermaritzburg, …
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Examining the role of agroecology in food security prediction: evidence from Burkina Faso using machine learning methods
Abstract Background Food insecurity affects a large proportion of the world's population, with enormous disparities to the disadvantage of low-income …
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COVID-19 social relief of distress grant and food insecurity in South Africa
Abstract The COVID-19 pandemic severely disrupted South Africa’s economy, exacerbating household vulnerabilities. In response, the government established the COVID-19 Social …
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Navigating aid and climate pressures to achieve food security in Somalia
Abstract Food security in Somalia remains a critical concern due to prolonged conflict, climate shocks, and economic instability. Recurrent droughts …
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Examining access and impact of agricultural extension services on crop yield in Farta Woreda, Ethiopia, using endogenous switching regression model
Abstract This study investigates the access to and impact of agricultural extension services on crop yield among smallholder farmers in …
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An empirical analysis of the determinants of food insecurity among smallholder farmers in Eastern Rwanda
Abstract Background Food insecurity is one of the most pressing problems confronting households in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). It is particularly …
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Exploring consumer beliefs of genetically modified foods and their influence on food security in South Africa
Abstract Background Genetically modified foods (GMFs) are thought to answer global food security concerns. Current disasters, wars, climate change and …
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Moringa oleifera products as nutraceuticals for sustainable poultry production
Abstract Moringa ( Moringa oleifera ) products hold promise as sources of nutraceuticals in poultry diets due to the presence …
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Optimizing fertilizer use by providing soil quality information: experimental evidence from Madagascar
Abstract Background Improving food security in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) requires increasing agricultural productivity. The increased and effective use of chemical …
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Gender differentials in primary processing and market participation by mopane worm harvesters in Zimbabwe: insights from the COVID-19 pandemic phase
Abstract Background Gender disparities in access to inputs, markets, financial inclusion, and participation in strategic value chains are major developmental …
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Association between foreign agricultural investments and adoption of soil and water conservation practices in Uganda
Abstract Objectives Recently, some developing countries are promoting foreign agricultural investments in Agriculture to exploit currently under-exploited land. Yet, the …
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Women, income use and nutrition quality: effects of women’s decision-making in rural households in Cameroon
Abstract Background Women remain central to household food and nutrition security. However, they continue to face several constraints with respect …
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Inefficiency of laying hens farms in Benin: an input directional distance function approach
Abstract Background In Benin, the productivity of poultry production systems is a major concern. This paper aims first to estimate …
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Evaluating consumer preferences for reduced cooking time, taste and colour of beans in rural and urban communities in Uganda
Abstract Background Common bean breeders strive to deliver farmer- and consumer-preferred varieties that are well-adapted to distinct production environments, changing …
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Assessing the impact of a personalised application-based nutrition intervention on carbohydrate intake in rural Benin
Abstract Background This study aims to assess the effect of a personalised nutrition intervention on nutrient intake in rural Benin …
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Cereal production in Africa: the threat of certain pests and weeds in a changing climate—a review
Abstract Cereals are the most cultivated and traded crops for food, feed, and industrial uses worldwide. Among other producing regions, …
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Impact of participation in social capital networks on the technical efficiency of maize producers in Southwest Nigeria
Abstract Maize is a staple food and one of the important sources of starch for many households. However, maize yield …
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Determinants of household food expenditure in Tanzania: implications on food security
Abstract Background Food expenditure in developing countries particularly those in sub-Saharan Africa constitutes about 65–70% of total household expenditure. Existing …
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