The Striga, particularly S. he rmonthica, problem has become a major threat to food security,
exacerbating hunger and poverty in many African countries. A number of Striga control …

Maize is a major cereal crop in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Subsistence farmers mostly plant
it in areas where the parasite Striga hermonthica's action often reduces the harvest. This …

Advances in Agronomy continues to be recognized as a leading reference and a first-rate
source for the latest research in agronomy. As always, the subjects covered are varied and …

Highlights•Plant microbiomes have an unexplored potential to control root parasitic
weeds.•Understanding the mechanisms by which microbes can control parasitic weeds is …

Abstract In Sub-Saharan Africa weeds represent a major constraint to food production, and
overreliance on herbicides, including toxic ones, is a raising issue. Nonetheless, effective …

Weeds cause significant yield losses in crop production and influence the health of animals
and humans, with some exotic weeds even leading to ecological crises. Weed control …

Background Plant parasitic weeds belonging to the genus Striga are a major threat for food
production in Sub-Saharan Africa and Southeast Asia. The parasite's life cycle starts with the …

Branched broomrape (Phelipanche ramosa (L.) Pomel) is an achlorophyllous root parasitic
plant with a wide host range. Its complex management is leading to the abandonment of …

The emergence and persistence of antibiotic resistance remain formidable health
challenges. This study aimed at detecting and profiling antibiotic resistance of bacterial …

Striga species are obligate parasitic weeds most of which are members of the
Orobanchaceae family. They are commonly associated with staple crops and constitute …