Download or read book Lost Crops of Africa written by National Research Council and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 1996-02-14 with total page 405 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Scenes of starvation have drawn the world's attention to Africa's agricultural and environmental crisis. Some observers question whether this continent can ever hope to feed its growing population. Yet there is an overlooked food resource in sub-Saharan Africa that has vast potential: native food plants. When experts were asked to nominate African food plants for inclusion in a new book, a list of 30 species grew quickly to hundreds. All in all, Africa has more than 2,000 native grains and fruitsâ€""lost" species due for rediscovery and exploitation. This volume focuses on native cereals, including: African rice, reserved until recently as a luxury food for religious rituals. Finger millet, neglected internationally although it is a staple for millions. Fonio (acha), probably the oldest African cereal and sometimes called "hungry rice." Pearl millet, a widely used grain that still holds great untapped potential. Sorghum, with prospects for making the twenty-first century the "century of sorghum." Tef, in many ways ideal but only now enjoying budding commercial production. Other cultivated and wild grains. This readable and engaging book dispels myths, often based on Western bias, about the nutritional value, flavor, and yield of these African grains. Designed as a tool for economic development, the volume is organized with increasing levels of detail to meet the needs of both lay and professional readers. The authors present the available information on where and how each grain is grown, harvested, and processed, and they list its benefits and limitations as a food source. The authors describe "next steps" for increasing the use of each grain, outline research needs, and address issues in building commercial production. Sidebars cover such interesting points as the potential use of gene mapping and other "high-tech" agricultural techniques on these grains. This fact-filled volume will be of great interest to agricultural experts, entrepreneurs, researchers, and individuals concerned about restoring food production, environmental health, and economic opportunity in sub-Saharan Africa. Selection, Newbridge Garden Book Club

Download or read book How to Grow Pearl Millet written by Larry Pat and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-12-17 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Pearl Millet Mastery: A Comprehensive Guide to Cultivation and Beyond" Uncover the Secrets to a Bountiful Pearl Millet Harvest! Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey into the world of pearl millet cultivation? Picture this: fields swaying with golden panicles, a harvest that exceeds expectations, and the satisfaction of mastering the art of nurturing one of the world's most resilient and nutritious crops. If you can envision this, "Pearl Millet Mastery" is your key to making it a reality. Have you ever wondered: - How can I maximize my pearl millet yield and quality? - What are the secrets to overcoming challenges in cultivation? - Is there a comprehensive guide that blends science and hands-on experience? Join us on a captivating journey: In the heart of the narrative, meet seasoned farmers who transformed barren lands into flourishing pearl millet havens. Their stories echo through the pages, creating an empathetic connection and offering real-world insights that bridge the gap between theory and practice.* As you flip through the chapters, discover the hidden gems of pearl millet cultivation: Benefits of "Pearl Millet Mastery" - Comprehensive Guidance: From selecting the perfect location to mastering post-harvest handling, this guide leaves no stone unturned. - Nutritional Insights: Uncover the nutritional powerhouse within pearl millet and learn how it can revolutionize your diet. - Sustainable Practices: Dive into eco-friendly and sustainable techniques that not only benefit your farm but the planet. - Market Mastery: Explore potential markets, economic considerations, and strategies for turning your harvest into a lucrative venture. Exclusive Bonus: Beautiful Varieties to Grow! Unlock a secret section revealing exotic and visually stunning pearl millet varieties. Elevate your farm with a touch of aesthetic allure. Feeling uncertain? Let us put your worries to rest: - "I'm a beginner."- Perfect! This guide is tailored for all levels of expertise, providing both foundational knowledge and advanced insights. - "What if I face challenges?"- Fear not! Every challenge is met with practical solutions backed by real-world success stories. - "Can I really make a profit?" - Absolutely! "Pearl Millet Mastery" equips you with market strategies, ensuring your harvest becomes a lucrative endeavor. Your journey to becoming a pearl millet maestro begins with a single click. Embrace the transformation, harvest success, and elevate your farming legacy. Order "Pearl Millet Mastery" today and sow the seeds of your agricultural triumph!

Download or read book Issues in new crops and new uses written by National symposium Creating markets for economic development of new crops in new uses and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 350 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Pearl Millet Cultivation in Colorado written by Duane L. Johnson and published by . This book was released on 1985 with total page 2 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Plant Breeding Reviews written by J. Janick and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 411 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Plant breeding, the domestication and systematic improvement of crop species, is the basis of past and present agriculture. Our so called primitive progenitors selected practically all our present-day crop plants, and the improvement wrought through millenia of selection has so changed some of them that in many cases their links to the past have been obliterated. There is no doubt that this ranks among the greatest of human achievements. Although plant breeding has been a continuous empirical activity for as long as humans have forsaken the vagaries and thrill of hunting for the security and toil of agriculture, genetic crop improvement is now very much of a twentieth-century discipline. Its scientific underpinnings date to the beginning of this century with the discovery of Gregor Mendel's classic 1865 paper on the inheritance of seven characters in the garden pea. If any science can be traced to single event, the best example is surely found in the conception of modern genetics that appears in this single creative work. The relationship of plant breeding progress to advances in genetics has become closely entwined. Mendel himself was concerned with crop improvement and worked on schemes for apple and pear breeding. Plant breeding also has claims on other scientific and agricultural disci plines-botany, plant pathology, biochemistry, statistics, taxonomy, entomology, and cytology, to name a few-and has also impinged on our social, ethical, economic, and political consciousness.

Download or read book Pearl Millet written by and published by Semi-Arid Tropics. This book was released on 2007-01-01 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Pearl Millet written by Ramasamy Perumal and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2024-10-29 with total page 532 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this age of climate change, discover how pearl millet is considered a viable alternative cereal crop for semi-arid and hot areas Pearl millet, a warm-season, dryland cereal crop, is a staple food for over 90 million people in Africa and Asia. Its nutritional superiority relative to other cereal crops, such as rice, wheat, maize, and sorghum, and its hardiness and adaptability to harsh environments and poor soils make it a potentially life-saving resource for poor populations and/or areas hit by damaging climatic conditions. With climate change Placing an ever-greater strain on global agrifood systems, pearl millet has never been a more important crop in the fight against poverty, hunger, and malnutrition. Pearl Millet offers a thorough introduction to this potentially vital grain. Coming on the heels of a 2023 United Nations declaration of the “International Year of Millets,” it is a crucial intervention in an essential humanitarian project. It is the first comprehensive book on the subject to appear in print. Key Features: Analysis of a potential lead crop for climate-change-affected areas Detailed coverage of all pearl millet’s unique features, such as inherent genetic diversity, gluten free applications, and suitability for double cropping An author team with vast research and crop development experience Pearl Millet is ideal for advanced undergraduate and graduate students, certified and practicing professionals, as well as industry and academic researchers.

Download or read book Pearl Millet written by Carleton Roy Ball and published by . This book was released on 1903 with total page 20 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Pearl Millet written by Ishwar S. Khairwal and published by . This book was released on 1990 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Sorghum and Pearl Millet as Climate Resilient Crops for Food and Nutrition Security written by Mahalingam Govindaraj and published by Frontiers Media SA. This book was released on 2022-10-03 with total page 472 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Pearl Millet written by Sneh Punia and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2020-03-04 with total page 170 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pearl millet is mainly used for animal and poultry feed. It is the principal source of energy, protein, vitamins, minerals and contains many phenolic compounds, which are a good source of natural antioxidants. Pearl millet is a rich source of bioactive compounds and contains phytates and polyphenols. Owing to high nutritional and phytochemical properties, it has gained considerable attention as a botanical dietary supplement in many functional foods. Pearl Millet: Properties, Functionality and Its Applications provides comprehensive knowledge on nutritional and non-nutritional aspects of pearl millet. It covers recent research on pearl millet and provides information to improve the property and shelf life of flour, as well as the starch, and their uses in various food products. Features: Reviews structure, functional and antioxidant properties in pearl millet flour Deals with the latest developments in modification of native starch Provides information in enhancing shelf life and its utilization in phytochemical-rich product development Covers updated information for grain science professionals and food technologists

Download or read book Growth and Development of the Pearl Millet Plant written by R. K. Maiti and published by . This book was released on 1981 with total page 22 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Cytogenetics and Breeding of Pearl Millet and Related Species written by Prem P. Jauhar and published by . This book was released on 1981 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Gluten Free Cereal Products and Beverages written by Elke Arendt and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2011-04-28 with total page 469 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gluten-Free Cereal Products and Beverages is the only book to address gluten-free foods and beverages from a food science perspective. It presents the latest work in the development of gluten-free products, including description of the disease, the detection of gluten, and the labeling of gluten-free products as well as exploring the raw materials and ingredients used to produce gluten-free products. Identifying alternatives to the unique properties of gluten has proven a significant challenge for food scientists and for the 1% of the world's population suffering from the immune-mediated entropathy reaction to the ingestion of gluten and related proteins, commonly known as Celiac Disease. This book includes information on the advances in working with those alternatives to create gluten free products including gluten-free beer, malt and functional drinks. Food scientists developing gluten-free foods and beverages, cereal scientists researching the area, and nutritionists working with celiac patients will find this book particularly valuable. - Written by leading experts, presenting the latest developments in gluten-free products - Addresses Coeliac Disease from a food science perspective - Presents each topic from both a scientific and industrial point of view

Download or read book Managing Cover Crops Profitably 3rd Ed written by Andy Clark and published by DIANE Publishing. This book was released on 2008-07 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cover crops slow erosion, improve soil, smother weeds, enhance nutrient and moisture availability, help control many pests and bring a host of other benefits to your farm. At the same time, they can reduce costs, increase profits and even create new sources of income. You¿ll reap dividends on your cover crop investments for years, since their benefits accumulate over the long term. This book will help you find which ones are right for you. Captures farmer and other research results from the past ten years. The authors verified the info. from the 2nd ed., added new results and updated farmer profiles and research data, and added 2 chap. Includes maps and charts, detailed narratives about individual cover crop species, and chap. about aspects of cover cropping.

Download or read book Pearl Millet Breeding written by I. S. Khairwal and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many advances have been made in the genetic improvement of pearl millet and this text is intended to fill the need for a comprehensive document which brings together principles and research results related to breeding and development activities.

Download or read book Planting Date of Pearl Millet in Relation to Yield and Yield Components written by J. A. Pudelko and published by . This book was released on 1994 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: