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sorghum
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Nutritional potential of underutilized edible plant species in coffee ... link.springer.com Apr 23, 2021 4 facts
claimPredominant crops cultivated in the Yayu area of Ethiopia include khat (Catha edulis), maize (Zea mays), sorghum (Sorghum bicolor), and tef (Eragrostis tef).
measurementMost identified green vegetables provide significantly less energy than popular crops like tef (Eragrostis tef), maize (Zea mays), sorghum (Sorghum bicolor), bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.), and enset (Ensete ventricosum), with the exception of yam (Dioscorea cayenensis), which has energy values similar to tef, maize, and enset.
referenceMaxson E.D. and Rooney L.W. (1972) evaluated methods for tannin analysis in Sorghum grain, published by the American Association of Cereal Chemists.
measurementApproximately 70–90% of all vegetable calories consumed by humans globally are derived from rice, wheat, maize, sugar, sorghum, millet, and cassava.
Editorial: Local, traditional and indigenous food systems in the 21st ... frontiersin.org 2 facts
claimThe South African government has identified sorghum as a crop of interest due to its nutritional and agroecological potential.
perspectivePereira and Hawkes recommend removing the value-added tax (VAT) applied unequally to sorghum compared to maize and increasing consumer appeal through innovative product development and inclusion in public procurement schemes like school meals.
Indigenous Foods: A Heritage of Nutrition and Sustainability interesjournals.org Nov 30, 2024 2 facts
claimThe reintroduction of indigenous corn varieties, millet, and sorghum can improve food security in regions affected by climate change.
claimIndigenous diets in Africa often include grains such as millet, sorghum, and teff, which are noted for being highly nutritious and drought-resistant, making them significant in regions prone to climate variability.
The Evolution of Diet - National Geographic nationalgeographic.com 1 fact
claimThe domestication of grains such as sorghum, barley, wheat, corn, and rice created a plentiful and predictable food supply for early human populations.
The traditional use of wild edible plants in pastoral and agro ... link.springer.com Feb 23, 2023 1 fact
claimCommonly cultivated crops in Mieso District include sorghum, maize, sesame, and haricot beans.
Ethnobotanical study of wild edible plants in Goba District Southwest ... nature.com Jul 29, 2025 1 fact
claimThe inhabitants of five kebeles in the Goba District are Chara communities who are semi-pastoralists engaged in both livestock rearing and crop production, including maize, sorghum, teff, peanut, and coffee.