Show threadAlexander J. SteinMay 7, 2025
(2/2) Use of synthetic #pesticides can lead to environment & #health concerns. #GMO technology can introduce pest resistance in crops. Bt #cowpeas with resistance to multiple #pests may significantly reduce pesticide use, providing #environment, health & economic benefits: doi.org/10.1002/ps.8...

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Alexander J. SteinMay 7, 2025
In #China, cowpea is particularly vulnerable to a range of insect pests, incl. #legume pod borer, beet armyworm & tobacco cutworm, which attack #cowpeas throughout the entire growth stage, i.e. traditional #cowpea cultivation heavily relies on synthetic pesticides… (1/2) doi.org/10.1002/ps.8...

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Alexander J. SteinMay 7, 2025
#Cowpeas are a key crop in sub-Saharan #Africa, but the #legume pod borer can cause 80% #yields losses. Natural resistance to this #pest is absent and insecticides are ineffective, but Bt #cowpea provides complete resistance. Already commercialized in Nigeria… (1/x) doi.org/10.3390/agro... #GMO

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Mariann SebokMay 2, 2025
This Eggplant and Pumpkin Pie Recipe offers an excellent meat-free option, ideal for vegans, vegetarians, or anyone aiming to cut down on meat. The sweetness of #pumpkin harmonizes beautifully with the #eggplant's bitter taste, creating a complementary blend. #eggplantrecipes #eggplantpie #cowpeas #blackeyedpeas #veganrecipes #veganrecipeideas #veganrecipesforhealth #glutenfreerecipes #glutenfreefood #glutenfreeliving #plantbasedfood #plantbasedprotein #veganprotein #plantbaseddiet #mashpotato
CellBioNewsAug 20, 2024

#Ghana launches first #GMO #crop amid debate.

#agriculture #cowpeas #Maruca

https://phys.org/news/2024-08-ghana-gmo-crop-debate.html

Ghana launches first GMO crop amid debate

A public debate is raging in Ghana as the country launches its first genetically modified crop for commercial cultivation.

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DoomsdaysCWAug 20, 2023

#Diet for a Hotter #Climate: Five Plants That Could Help Feed the World

As the planet warms, these five drought-tolerant and highly nutritious crops offer hope for greater resiliency

#amaranth #quinoa #fonio #cowpeas #taro #kernza

https://getpocket.com/explore/item/diet-for-a-hotter-climate-five-plants-that-could-help-feed-the-world?utm_source=pocket-newtab-en-us

Diet for a Hotter Climate: Five Plants That Could Help Feed the World

As the planet warms, these five drought-tolerant and highly nutritious crops offer hope for greater resiliency

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