Bambara Groundnut: Utilization and Future Prospects

by Victoria A. Jideani

The Bambara groundnut (BGN) or Vigna subterranea is an extremely hardy grain legume. As it produces reasonable yields even under conditions of drought and low soil fertility, it is also a climate-smart crop. Previously underutilized, BGN is the subject of growing interest among researchers and consumers for its balanced nutritional profile. Indigenous consumers of BGN report medicinal benefits from the plant; however, such knowledge is at...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3030760790
• ISBN13: 9783030760793
• Release Date: September 2022
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 238 Pages
• Weight: 0.81 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.1" x 9.2"