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Testcross performance and combining ability of intermediate maturing drought tolerant maize inbred lines in Sub-Saharan Africa
Drought is a major constraint on maize ( Zea mays L.) production and productivity in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). The increase …
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Response of Salvia officinalis to zinc and silicon nanoparticles and pollen extract as alternates to traditional fertilizers
Salvia officinalis is used in a variety of medicinal and aromatic products. The effects of various treatments on sage (Salvia …
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RNA editing-induced structural and functional adaptations of NAD9 in Triticum aestivum under drought stress
Introduction Mitochondria are essential organelles in eukaryotic cells, producing ATP through the electron transport chain to supply energy for cellular …
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Describing and characterizing the WAK/WAKL gene family across plant species: a systematic review
Wall-associated kinases (WAKs) and WAK-likes (WAKLs) are transmembrane pectin receptors which have seen rising interest in recent years due to …
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A combination of joint linkage and genome-wide association study reveals putative candidate genes associated with resistance to northern corn leaf blight in tropical maize
Northern corn leaf blight (NCLB), caused by Setosphaeria turcica, is a major fungal disease affecting maize production in sub-Saharan Africa. …
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Current knowledge and breeding strategies for management of aphid-transmitted viruses of pepper (Capsicum spp.) in Africa
Aphid-transmitted viruses cause significant losses in pepper production worldwide, negatively affecting yield and quality. The emergence of new aphid-transmitted viruses …
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Inoculation with Jeotgalicoccus sp. improves nutritional quality and biological value of Eruca sativa by enhancing amino acid and phenolic metabolism and increasing mineral uptake, unsaturated fatty acids, vitamins, and antioxidants
Plant growth-promoting bacteria (PGPB) are considered a promising tool for triggering the synthesis of bioactive compounds in plants and to …
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Effect of gamma irradiation on proliferation and growth of friable embryogenic callus and in vitro nodal cuttings of ugandan cassava genotypes
Cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) production and productivity in Africa is affected by two viral diseases; cassava mosaic disease (CMD) and …
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GWAS of resistance to three bacterial diseases in the Andean common bean diversity panel
Bacterial brown spot (BBS) caused by Pseudomonas syringae pv. syringae (Pss), common bacterial blight (CBB) caused by Xanthomonas axonopodis pv. …
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Insect frass fertilizer as a regenerative input for improved biological nitrogen fixation and sustainable bush bean production
Bush bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) production is undermined by soil degradation and low biological nitrogen fixation (BNF) capacity. This study …
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Evaluation of the growth, enzymatic activity, electrolyte leakage, and phytoremediation efficiency of Conocarpus erectus under cadmium and lead stress
Contamination of agricultural soil by heavy metals poses a significant threat to soil quality and crop yields. Using plants as …
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Morphological, physiological, and biochemical responses of three different soybean (Glycine max L.) varieties under salinity stress conditions
Salinity is one of the most detrimental factors for the growth performance and productivity of crops worldwide. Therefore, understanding crop …
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QTL mapping for pod quality and yield traits in snap bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.)
Pod quality and yield traits in snap bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) influence consumer preferences, crop adoption by farmers, and the …
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Assessing performance of simplified bioassays for soil-borne pathogens in smallholder systems of western Kenya
Introduction Soil-borne pathogens cause considerable crop losses and food insecurity in smallholder systems of sub-Saharan Africa. Soil and crop testing …
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Genetic trends in the Kenya Highland Maize Breeding Program between 1999 and 2020
Optimization of a breeding program requires assessing and quantifying empirical genetic trends made through past efforts relative to the current …
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Genotype × environment interaction: trade-offs between the agronomic performance and stability of durum (Triticum turgidum) wheat to stem-rust resistance in Kenya
Stem rust significantly threatens durum wheat production, often resulting in substantial yield losses. To better understand resistance mechanisms and the …
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The 4T and 7T introgressions from Amblyopyrum muticum and the 5Au introgression from Triticum urartu increases grain zinc and iron concentrations in Malawian wheat backgrounds
Micronutrient deficiencies (MNDs) particularly zinc (Zn) and iron (Fe) remain widespread in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) due to low dietary intake. …
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How climate change-related abiotic factors affect the production of industrial valuable compounds in Lamiaceae plant species: a review
The interest in medicinal and aromatic plants (MAPs) has increased significantly in recent years, driven by the growing demand for …
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Unusual vitamin E profile in the oil of a wild African oil palm tree (Elaeis guineensis Jacq.) enhances oxidative stability of provitamin A
Introduction The African oil palm (Elaeis guineensis Jacq.) is the predominant oil crop in the world. In addition to triacylglycerols, …
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Genetic trends in the Zimbabwe’s national maize breeding program over two decades
Monitoring genetic gains within breeding programs is a critical component for continuous improvement. While several national breeding programs in Africa …