Identification of novel marker-trait associations for agronomic traits in bread wheat under WANA environments through GWAS
Bread wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) is a primary staple crop globally and holds particular significance in the West Asia and North Africa region, where it plays a central role in food security and dietary intake. However, rising temperatures...
Governing agrifood systems for climate resilience and gender inclusivity: A strategic review of the evidence
Women's limited voice in governance and decision-making impedes inclusive climate resilience. This scoping review identifies barriers that hamper women's participation in AFS decision-making and assesses interventions that amplify their voice...
Maize-grain zinc and iron concentrations as influenced by agronomic management and biophysical factors: a meta-analysis
Human Zn and Fe deficiencies can be reduced through agronomic biofortification, but information on factors influencing maize grain-Zn and -Fe levels remain scanty. This analysis: (1) Establishes the global distribution of Zn and Fe...
Spatiotemporal analysis of drought characteristics across multiple timescales in the upper Blue Nile basin, Ethiopia
In the context of climate change, in-depth analysis of the spatiotemporal characteristics, propagation dynamics, and influencing factors of droughts is critical for early warning and decision-making. However, such analyses are often constrained...
Community-based breeding programs and animal health interventions in the extensive production system of Ethiopia: a political economy and stakeholder analysis
Spatial Cost–Benefit Analysis of Conservation Agriculture Implementation in Siliana Governorate, Northeast of Tunisia
An investigation was made into the efficiency of conservation agriculture implementation in Siliana governorate, northeast Tunisia, through a spatial cost–benefit analysis using the Desertification Mitigation Cost-Effectiveness modeling approach...
Genomic prediction for heat and herbicide tolerance in faba bean
Genomic selection (GS) has potential to accelerate the genetic gain in crop plants. This study was undertaken to assess the accuracy and potential of GS in faba bean [Vicia faba (L.)] and to enhance its application in breeding programs. A set of...
Defining Soilborne Pathogen Complexes Provides a New Foundation for the Effective Management of Faba Bean Root Diseases in Ethiopia
Soilborne diseases cause losses of 45–70% in faba bean in Ethiopia. Studies were undertaken to define soilborne pathogens and their complexes in Ethiopia. First, the severity of root rot was assessed in 150 field sites across seven Ethiopian...
