Legal situation and consumer acceptance of insects being eaten as human food in different nations across the world–A comprehensive review

SA Siddiqui, E Tettey, BM Yunusa… - … Reviews in Food …, 2023 - Wiley Online Library
Insect consumption is a traditional practice in many countries. Currently, the urgent need for
ensuring food sustainability and the high pressure from degrading environment are urging …

Edible indigenous fruits in Zimbabwe: A review on the post-harvest handling, processing, and commercial value

P Nemapare, TH Gadaga, DT Mugadza - Cogent Social Sciences, 2023 - Taylor & Francis
Indigenous fruits are considered to be part of the diet mostly by people in rural communities
of Zimbabwe, but they are still being underutilized. They can be eaten raw or processed into …

[HTML][HTML] Examining the influence of social media eWOM on consumers' purchase intentions of commercialised indigenous fruits (IFs) products in FMCGs retailers

B Nyagadza, G Mazuruse, K Simango… - Sustainable Technology …, 2023 - Elsevier
Despite noteworthy advancement of theoretical and practical knowledge of social media
eWord-of-Mouth with evidence from prior empirical research, the influences consumers' …

Nutritional Composition and Antinutritional Factors of Five Wild Edible Fruits Grown in the Mekdela District, South of Wollo, Ethiopia

Y Yiblet - The Scientific World Journal, 2024 - Wiley Online Library
This study was carried out to determine the mineral content and nutritional properties of five
wild fruits Rhus vulgaris, Rosa abyssinica, Rhus natalensis, Euclea racemosa, and Ficus …

[HTML][HTML] Domestication of wild indigenous fruit trees in Rwanda: Perspectives from rural communities

G Nishimwe, AS Dahlin, F Niyitanga… - Trees, Forests and …, 2024 - Elsevier
Wild indigenous fruit trees (WIFTs) play a vital role in food and nutritional security in sub-
Saharan Africa. However, these resources are currently less accessible to rural populations …

Scope and present status of rearing edible insects for animal feeding in Africa

SD Kolobe, TG Manyelo, NA Sebola, M Monnye - All Life, 2023 - Taylor & Francis
Edible insects have sparked more research interest as a cheap alternative protein source to
replace soya bean and fish meal in animal diets due to their good nutritional value. In …

Addressing Food Insecurity in South Sudan: Insights and Solutions from Young Entrepreneurs

SH Shams, S Sokout, H Nakajima, M Kumamoto… - Sustainability, 2024 - mdpi.com
This study explores food insecurity in South Sudan through the lens of young entrepreneurs,
revealing insights into understanding the causes, coping strategies, and innovative …

Contribution of edible indigenous woody plants as a coping strategy during drought periods in the southeast lowveld of Zimbabwe: a review

RR Chinomona, OL Kupika, E Gandiwa… - Frontiers in …, 2024 - frontiersin.org
Climatic change related extreme events such as droughts negatively affect local
communities in the semi-arid savanna ecosystems. This study mainly records and analyses …

The Role of Non-Timber Forest Products for Sustainable Livelihoods in African Multifunctional Landscapes

TO Amusa, ML Avana-Tientcheu, NP Awazi… - Trees in a Sub-Saharan …, 2024 - Springer
Abstract Within the African context, Non-Timber Forest Products (NTFPs) represent a rich
array of biological resources drawn from forests, woodlands, savannas, as well as modified …

[HTML][HTML] Nutritional and Functional Value of African Leafy Vegetables: Advantages and Limitations

NJ Malebo - Plant-Based Diet, 2023 - intechopen.com
Globally, communities experience food insecurity, highlighting a need for access to food
sources that are readily available with nutritional benefits. African leafy vegetables represent …