Abdul J. Shango
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View article: Physio-biochemical response of vegetable seeds to ageing: A systematic review
Physio-biochemical response of vegetable seeds to ageing: A systematic review Open
Seed viability is an important quality parameter for seed longevity and crop productivity. Therefore, a thorough monitoring of significant viability markers during storage is important in anticipating seed longevity. This review looked at …
View article: Citizen science informs demand‐driven breeding of opportunity crops
Citizen science informs demand‐driven breeding of opportunity crops Open
Societal Impact Statement Amid global challenges of food insecurity, poor nutrition, and climate change, neglected crops like amaranth are gaining renewed attention. We studied farmers' preferences for amaranth varieties across diverse geo…
View article: Prevalence of Seed-Borne Fungi on Soybean (Glycine max L. Merr.) Seeds Stored Under Medium-Term Cold Room Facilities: Implications for Genebanks
Prevalence of Seed-Borne Fungi on Soybean (Glycine max L. Merr.) Seeds Stored Under Medium-Term Cold Room Facilities: Implications for Genebanks Open
This study examined the prevalence of seed-borne fungi in polyethylene plastic-packaged soybean seeds stored in a genebank and identified factors influencing their incidence. Twenty-four seed lots were sampled from the collection stored at…
View article: Citizen science informs demand-driven breeding of opportunity crops
Citizen science informs demand-driven breeding of opportunity crops Open
CONTEXT Opportunity crops, also known as neglected and underutilized species (NUS), offer benefits to diversify food systems with nutritious and climate-resilient foods. A major limitation to incorporate these crops in farming systems is t…
View article: Storage behaviour and seed longevity of traditional African vegetables: a review
Storage behaviour and seed longevity of traditional African vegetables: a review Open
Effective management of seed collections in genebanks requires knowledge of seed storage behaviour and species-specific longevity under conventional air-dry storage. This knowledge is lacking for traditional African vegetable (TAV) crops c…
View article: Derivation of seed viability constants (<i>K</i><sub>E</sub> and <i>C</i><sub>W</sub>) and prediction of longevity of <i>Solanum aethiopicum</i> seeds
Derivation of seed viability constants (<i>K</i><sub>E</sub> and <i>C</i><sub>W</sub>) and prediction of longevity of <i>Solanum aethiopicum</i> seeds Open
The seed viability equation uses species viability constants to predict seed longevity under different storage conditions. There are already established universal values of constants that account for the effect of temperature on seed longe…
View article: Viability and genetic integrity of African eggplant (<i>Solanum</i> spp.) seeds during natural ageing under cold dry storage
Viability and genetic integrity of African eggplant (<i>Solanum</i> spp.) seeds during natural ageing under cold dry storage Open
Seed deterioration occurs gradually during long-term seed storage. Viability, vigour, and genetic integrity of African eggplant seeds were assessed under natural ageing during genebank storage. The percentage of tail DNA before and after s…
View article: On-farm Validation of Coffea arabica and Aloe vera Extracts for Management of Seed-Borne Bacterial Leaf Spot Disease of Tomato
On-farm Validation of Coffea arabica and Aloe vera Extracts for Management of Seed-Borne Bacterial Leaf Spot Disease of Tomato Open
In Tanzania, seed infection by bacterial leaf spot (BLS) pathogens (Xanthomonads) causes yield losses up to 45% in the tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum L.; Solanaceae family). Several studies have been conducted and wedged…
View article: Variation of Seed Traits and Initial Quality among Selected Cowpea, Mungbean, and Soybean Accessions
Variation of Seed Traits and Initial Quality among Selected Cowpea, Mungbean, and Soybean Accessions Open
Seed traits are essential quantitative variables to assess seed quality and are also indicators of crop success. The World Vegetable Center Genebank in Arusha, Tanzania, has an important legume collection; however, there is limited informa…
View article: WITHDRAWN: Variation of seed metrics and germination among landraces and improved varieties of African Nightshade (Solanum spp.) under cold room storage
WITHDRAWN: Variation of seed metrics and germination among landraces and improved varieties of African Nightshade (Solanum spp.) under cold room storage Open
Characteristics of seeds and their interactions with storage conditions are the main determinants of seed longevity during storage. A study conducted by the World Vegetable Center -Eastern and Southern Africa (ESA) genebank aimed at unders…
View article: Pre- and postharvest factors affecting quality and safety of Pepper ( <i>Piper nigrum</i> L.)
Pre- and postharvest factors affecting quality and safety of Pepper ( <i>Piper nigrum</i> L.) Open
The quality and safety of pepper ( Piper nigrum L.) are a function of crop management practices, harvest maturity, harvesting methods and subsequent handling after harvest, including storage conditions and processing methods. The review sh…
View article: Morphological characterization and yield of pepper (Piper nigrum L.) types grown in Morogoro District, Tanzania
Morphological characterization and yield of pepper (Piper nigrum L.) types grown in Morogoro District, Tanzania Open
Background Pepper ( Piper nigrum L.) is among key spice crops grown in Morogoro district of Tanzania. Most of the pepper types grown in the district are only known by their local names as Babu kubwa, Babu ndogo, Babu kati and Ismailia. Thi…
View article: Containers Used, Price Variation Between and Within Same Species of Ornamental Plants from Different Street Vendors in Morogoro Municipal, Tanzania
Containers Used, Price Variation Between and Within Same Species of Ornamental Plants from Different Street Vendors in Morogoro Municipal, Tanzania Open
Street vendors in Morogoro municipal do sell ornamental plants along the roadside of Nguzo street, Mwele street and along Mkuu wa Mkoa road. One may not give them much thought, but to them it is a lucrative venture that has seen their numb…
View article: Containers Used, Price Variation Between and Within Same Species of Ornamental Plants from Different Street Vendors in Morogoro Municipal, Tanzania
Containers Used, Price Variation Between and Within Same Species of Ornamental Plants from Different Street Vendors in Morogoro Municipal, Tanzania Open
Street vendors in Morogoro municipal do sell ornamental plants along the roadside of Nguzo street, Mwele street and along Mkuu wa Mkoa road. One may not give them much thought, but to them it is a lucrative venture that has seen their numb…
View article: Establishment of the Causal Agent(s) of Spike Shedding and Stem Wilting of Pepper (Piper nigrum L.) in Morogoro District, Tanzania
Establishment of the Causal Agent(s) of Spike Shedding and Stem Wilting of Pepper (Piper nigrum L.) in Morogoro District, Tanzania Open
Pepper (Piper nigrum L.) serves as a source of income to smallholder spice farmers in Morogoro district of Tanzania. Recently, spike shedding and stem wilting of pepper plants were reported to cause about 30% yield loss of the crop. This s…
View article: Extent of spike shedding and stem wilting of pepper ( <i>Piper nigrum</i> L.) in Morogoro District, Tanzania
Extent of spike shedding and stem wilting of pepper ( <i>Piper nigrum</i> L.) in Morogoro District, Tanzania Open
Background Pepper ( Piper nigrum L.) is an important spice produced by small-scale farmers in Morogoro district of Tanzania for both local and export markets. Recently, farmers have reported a decline in crop productivity due to spike shed…
View article: Containers Used, Price Variation Between and Within Same Species of Ornamental Plants from Different Street Vendors in Morogoro Municipal, Tanzania
Containers Used, Price Variation Between and Within Same Species of Ornamental Plants from Different Street Vendors in Morogoro Municipal, Tanzania Open