New study shows that groundnut immunity to aflatoxin could be within reach thanks to a double-defence approach
Aflatoxin is a hidden burden. It is spread by a deadly pathogen affecting five billion people across the world, but rarely making Read more...
Genomics project on groundnut aflatoxin research launched
To identify the genomic regions and genes associated with aflatoxin resistance in groundnut using a combination of genomics approaches, a new research Read more...
Seed fairs to promote climate resilient varieties in West Africa
Aiming to increase awareness of farmers on climate resilient varieties of groundnut and maize and create opportunities to network with diverse players Read more...
Aflatoxin detection gets a boost in Nigeria: Laboratories installed at two NARS centers
Creating awareness about aflatoxin, its prevention and detection is a priority target in the groundnut and sorghum value chain programme of the Read more...
Don’t ignore Aflatoxin contamination in pulses
Research on contamination by aflatoxin and other mycotoxins has been concentrated in cereal grains, ignoring pulses, vegetables and fruits. Consumed daily by Read more...