Biofortification of Maize with Zinc and Its Effect on Human …
This review aims to discuss the management approaches of zinc (Zn) fertilization and breeding efforts for quality maize production in provisioning a healthy human diet. Biofortification of Zn to a high-yielding maize variety with increased Zn content in maize grain is of great importance to the health of those feeding on these staples. Literature …
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Increasing zinc concentration in maize grown under …
This trial protocol describes a field experiment which aims to assess the potential of agronomic biofortification to improve the grain Zn concentration of maize, the predominant staple crop of Malawi. Abstract The prevalence of micronutrient deficiencies including zinc (Zn) is widespread in Malawi, especially among poor and marginalized …
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Frontiers | Common Bean: A Legume Model on the Rise for …
Introduction. Common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) and soybean (Glycine max) are two of the most important sources of protein for humans and livestock.Both legumes have fascinating domestication and diversification histories and today, both are critical pillars of the worldwide economy (Figure 1).At the same time, common bean and …
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Changes in tree structure, composition and soil in different
Miombo woodlands are the common vegetation type across southern African countries such as Mozambique, Malawi, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Tanzania and Angola. There are about 8,500 species of plants in the Miombo woodlands, the common ones being J ulbernadia species and Brachystegia species, Pseudolachnostylis maprouneifolia, …
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New solar plant in Malawi connected to grid
Serengeti Energy (previously rAREH) has announced the energisation of Nkhotakota 1, a 21MWac solar photovoltaic power plant in the Central Region of Malawi. The solar PV plant was energised on 19 February. It is the first phase of two power projects which will eventually total approximately 38MWac when completed.
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Zinc deficiency in low‐ and middle‐income countries: …
Plant-based sources of zinc include wholegrains, nuts and beans. However, zinc assimilation in such sources depends on the soil zinc content. ... Sub-Saharan Africa and Central America were at the risk of inadequate zinc intake. The risk was highest (>25%) for south Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa. ... Malawi: 2015–2016: 6–59 months (n …
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The State of Applications and Impacts of Biotechnology in
Abstract. Application of biotechnology in the crop sector in sub-Saharan African countries was considered based on both the extent (e.g. limited use in laboratories versus widespread field use) and context (e.g. cloning individual genes versus cloning a whole organism) of use. Biotechnology types were allocated to three groups—low-, …
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Okra (Abelmoschus spp.) in West and Central Africa: …
Seed as potential edible oil and flour source. Like soybean oil, okra seed oil is rich (60 to 70%) in unsaturated fatty acids (Crossly and Hilditech, 1951; Savello et al., 1980; Rao, 1985). Seed protein is rich in tryptophan (94 mg/g N) and also contains adequate amounts of sulfur-containing amino acid (189 mg/g N) — a rare combination that ...
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Increasing zinc concentration in maize grown under …
Plants were sown at 25 cm spacing along the ridge, giving an expected plant density of 53,333 plants ha −1. The pilot study used the following Zn fertilizer rates: 0, 1, 5, 10, and 20 kg/ha of elemental Zn, applied as a commercial grade ZnSO 4 .7H 2 O (22% elemental Zn; M.R. Zinc, Dalview, South Africa) in three equal splits at 1 week after ...
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Increasing zinc concentration in maize grown under …
The prevalence of micronutrient deficiencies including zinc (Zn) is widespread in Malawi, especially among poor and marginalized rural populations. This is …
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A framework to explore micronutrient deficiency in maternal …
Micronutrient malnutrition is a national health problem in Malawi, a small, land-locked sub-Saharan African country [1–4].In many developing countries numerous agricultural as well as social factors are constraints that contribute to food insecurity and malnutrition [].A review of the context for Malawi [] highlights the scope for …
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Soil and landscape factors influence geospatial variation in …
Dietary zinc (Zn) deficiency is widespread globally, and in particular among people in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). In Malawi, dietary sources of Zn are dominated by …
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Mondia whitei: The Super Herb from Africa You Didn't Know …
Mondia whitei, the plant from which Mulondo Roots are derived, contains an array of essential nutrients that contribute to its potency. These include vitamins A, D, K, and E, as well as magnesium, zinc, iron, calcium, and protein. These nutrients may play a role in supporting overall sexual wellness and vitality.
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(PDF) Agronomic biofortification increases grain …
Zinc (Zn) deficiency remains a public health problem in Malawi, especially among poor and marginalized rural populations, linked with low dietary intake of Zn due to consumption of staple foods...
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International Zinc Nutrition Consultative Group (IZiNCG) …
International Zinc Nutrition Consultative Group (IZiNCG) technical document #1. Assessment of the risk of zinc deficiency in populations and options for its control. @article{Brown2004InternationalZN, title={International Zinc Nutrition Consultative Group (IZiNCG) technical document #1.
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Zinc-enriched fertilisers as a potential public health …
Zinc is just one of a number of micronutrients with widespread risk of deficiency in sub-Saharan Africa. For example, in Malawi, approximately 80 % ... Zelko I, Lux A (2007) Zinc in plants. New Phytol 173:677–702. doi:10.1111/j.1469 ... Tea planter's handbook. Tea Research Foundation of Central Africa, Malawi. Google Scholar ...
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Sources, Bioavailability And Adequacy of Zinc Intake Among …
Background: Zinc deficiency (ZnD), measured using serum zinc (Zn) prevails in 66% of 20–54 year-old men in Malawi, and is higher than that of other demographic groups. We …
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MALAWI: Government plans to plant more than 60 million …
The president of the East African country, Lazarus Chakwera, recently unveiled the goal of the initiative: the planting of more than 60 million trees in just four months, from December 2020 to April 2021. During last forest season, Malawi is estimated to have planted nearly 62 million trees. To ensure the success of the project, Lazarus ...
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Gamsberg the start of Vedanta's zinc 'mega project' vision
It hosts 214 Mt of defined mineral resource, with an average grade of between 6 and 6.5% zinc. This article first appeared in Mining Review Africa Issue 6 2018. In Phase 1, which has a life of mine of 13 years, 4 Mtpa of ore will be mined from Gamsberg's open pit and 250 000 tpa of zinc in concentrate will be produced from its concentrator plant.
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Increasing zinc concentration in maize grown under …
Plants were sown at 25 cm spacing along the ridge, giving an expected plant density of 53,333 plants ha −1. The pilot study used the following Zn fertilizer rates: 0, 1, 5, 10, and 20 kg/ha of elemental Zn, applied as a commercial grade ZnSO 4 .7H 2 O (22% elemental Zn; M.R. Zinc, Dalview, South Africa) in three equal splits at 1 week …
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Biogeography of Montane Small Mammals in Malawi, …
Malawi is a long, narrow country in east central Africa (Fig. 1). The Rift Valley bissects the country from north to south, and contains Lake Malawi (462 m) and the Shire valley (460 m in the north, 100 m in the south). The Rift Valley is edged by hills and escarpments which rise 600-2000 m to the Central African Plateau where there are many ...
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Mechanistic Impact of Zinc Deficiency in Human Development
Nutritional Recommendation of Zinc in Human Development. Plants, animals, and humans require Zn as an essential nutrient for their normal development and reproductive growth. Plants required Zn to attain proper fruit size, enhance crop productivity, and maximize crop yields . Grain crops, such as cereal and legumes, are …
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Water quality in Malawi
1.2.1 Malawi Malawi is situated in the south-central Africa and is bordered by Tanzania, Zam-bia and Mozambique, se Figure 1. The capital city is Lilongwe with a population of 723 600. The country covers an area of 118 484 km 2 with a total population of 15.3 million, and is one of the most densely populated countries in Africa with an
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Diversity of Iron and Zinc Content in Bananas from East and Central Africa
Bananas and plantains (Musa sp.) are major staple foods in many developing countries of the world. Although bananas are rich in carbohydrate, fiber, protein, fat, and vitamins A, C, and B6 they are largely deficient of iron (Fe), iodine, and zinc (Zn). A small increase in the micronutrient content of bananas could play a major role in combating …
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Bambara Groundnut – Crops and Soils
Bambara groundnut is the third most important legume in Africa, behind the peanut and cowpea. Similar to the peanut, plants begin to form pods underground from the ends of "pegs" that drill their way into the soil after pollination. The pods are very hard, round, wrinkled and contain 1-2 seeds. Seeds can be many different colors and have a ...
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(PDF) Agronomic biofortification increases grain zinc …
In Malawi, dietary sources of Zn are dominated by maize and spatially dependent variation in grain Zn concentration, which will affect dietary Zn intake, has been reported at …
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Africa: Kabwe Zinc Plant MBO
Lusaka — Comafin has decided to fund the management buy out (MBO) team to revive a zinc processing plant in Kabwe at a cost of $3 million. Comafin, a subsidiary of the Commonwealth Development ...
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Agronomic biofortification increases grain zinc concentration …
If the experiment provides evidence for an effect of agronomic biofortification on concentration of Zn in maize grain, then in the short term, this intervention could be a cost-effective way to alleviate Zn deficiency among the rural population in Malawi.
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Flora of Malawi: Home page
This site provides information about the flowering plants and ferns of Malawi. This is one of 6 e-floras which cover the Flora Zambesiaca area in south-central Africa. Five countries are now covered, namely Botswana, Malawi, Mozambique, Zambia and Zimbabwe. The 6th e-flora deals with the Caprivi Strip, which is part of Namibia.
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Sources, Bioavailability And Adequacy of Zinc Intake Among …
Among all participants, 31.0% were at risk of zinc deficiency, with dietary zinc intakes of less than the Estimated Average Requirement (EAR) (males 49.2%, females 14.8%, p < 0.050), and 49.9% had ...
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