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Consumer preference and food values: can consumers in Tanzania play part in driving a sustainable food system?
This study examines the role of consumers in Tanzania as drivers of sustainable food systems through their food values. Recognizing …
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Cassava cyanide knowledge, risk perception, and adoption of preventive measures in Northwestern Uganda: a moderated mediation perspective
Background With widely adequate efforts to promote food (cassava) safety, adoption still remains low. This study explored the knowledge of …
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Effectiveness of food literacy on household food waste in the KwaDukuza municipality, South Africa
Introduction Every year, over one-third of the consumable food for humans is lost throughout the global food supply chain. In …
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Equitable food systems in practice? The case of smallholders’ marketing of legumes in Malawi
We assess how Malawian smallholder farmers engage with legume markets in Dowa district and how these markets function to either …
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Understanding seed selection decisions among small-scale maize farmers in Machakos County, Kenya: the dominance of market leader varieties
Introduction The maize seed market in Kenya is highly competitive, yet older varieties dominate smallholder farmers’ preferences. The current study …
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Enhancing the resilience of vulnerable social-ecological systems: pathways toward sustainable oases in southeastern Tunisia
Oases have long been a source of life for farming communities in regions characterized by water scarcity. Adopting “resilience thinking” …
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The Johannesburg fresh produce market: an analysis of its operations and contribution to the food system
The Johannesburg Fresh Prouce Market (JFPM) is the largest fresh produce market in Africa, in terms of volume and turnover. …
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Design of a solar water pumping system for efficient irrigation systems for crop production
Agriculture is the lifeblood of human civilization, providing sustenance and livelihoods to billions worldwide. Solar power solutions are emerging in …
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Promoting sustainable dairy production amid climate change: adoption of climate-smart dairy strategies and welfare effects on farmers in Central Kenya
Introduction In Kenya, smallholder dairy farming is a livelihood and a cornerstone of the national economy, accounting for 80% of …
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Economywide impact of climate shock on agricultural sector, women employment and poverty: a Burkina Faso case study
Introduction The study examines the impact of climate shocks in Burkina Faso, concentrating on agriculture, food security, rural income, and …
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Spectral and morphological discrimination of Ficus and Moringa species with medical and nutritional relevance: toward sustainable plant utilization
Introduction Hyperspectral remote sensing provides a powerful platform for identifying plant species with pharmacological relevance by capturing subtle variations in …
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Increasing adoption of grain postharvest technology by smallholder farmers: a five-pronged strategy
Grain postharvest losses (PHLs) reduce food security, income stability, and climate resilience among smallholder farmers in sub-Saharan Africa and South …
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Exploring the effect of climate change on food supply chains in Africa: a systematic review with a focus on South Africa
Introduction The food supply chain is a complex system encompassing multiple elements and stakeholders, spanning agricultural production to consumption, and …
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Cyanide in cassava: unveiling health risks in the lens of unsustainable food systems in Sub-Saharan Africa – a systematic review
Objective Cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) remains a vital staple crop across Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), sustaining millions of livelihoods. However, its …
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Analysis of hygiene, distribution, marketing and consumption practices in the poultry chain in Benin: a case study of eggs and sausages
Background and objectives Eggs and poultry sausages are widely consumed in Benin due to their affordability and high protein content. …
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Quality and safety of fresh sugarcane juice sold by street vendors: a growing public health concern
Sugarcane juice is a nutrient-rich beverage with numerous health benefits. However, in Morocco, the safety and quality and of fresh …
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The missing puzzle of indigenous crops in Tanzania’s agricultural trade
Existing trade policies in Tanzania can potentially boost or undermine Indigenous crop representation in both domestic and international trade. The …
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Editorial: Integration of legume intercropping into sustainable farming systems for nitrogen fixation, soil health, and climate resilience
Soil health describes a soil's capacity to function within its ecological boundaries-supporting plant growth, sustaining water and air quality, and …
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Suboptimal maize spacing undermines yields and diminishes land utility in Malawi
Intensifying maize production to maximize yields in sub-Saharan Africa, particularly through improved plant spacing, has been governmental policy in many …
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Applying 1D convolutional neural networks to advance food security in support of SDG 2
Purpose The goal of this study is to predict how well five countries the US, Saudi Arabia, China, Egypt, and …