GMO cowpeas improve affordability of Nigerian staple food

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Language: English

Publication Year: 2022

The price of cowpeas, a protein-rich food staple for millions, is rising steady in Nigeria due to poor harvests. Now a GMO cowpea is delivering higher yields with less pesticide use, which can help to lower prices for consumers.

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Food Security

Focus Area

Agricultural Biotechnology , Climate , Science Communication

Keywords

Harvest, Protein, Pesticide, Bt Cowpeas, Climate, GMO

Country

Nigeria

Published Date

11 Mar 2022

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