Soybean is a major source of oil and proteins worldwide. The demand for soybean has
increased in Africa, driven by the growing feed industry for poultry, aquaculture and home …

The genetic relationships among 192 superior, high–yielding, and disease-resistant sweetpotato
[ Ipomoea batatas (L.) Lam] accessions from the Ugandan germplasm collection were …

Pod shattering in soybean is a major production constraint causing high field yield losses in
the tropic and sub tropics. With regard to pod shattering, soybean varieties can be …

The knowledge and understanding of the genetic variability of common bean (Phaseolus
vulgaris L.) germplasm is important for the implementation of measures addressed to their …

Background Continuous storage root formation and bulking (CSRFAB) in sweetpotato is an
important trait from agronomic and biological perspectives. Information about the molecular …

Cassava brown streak disease (CBSD) is the most devastating disease of cassava in
southern, eastern and cntral Africa, and can cause up to 100% yield loss. Limited progress has …

Background Understanding factors influencing the expression of a trait is key in designing a
breeding program. Genotype by environment interaction has great influence on most …

The assessment of genetic diversity among improved crop germplasm can facilitate the
expansion of the genetic base for crop improvement in breeding program. However, little effort …

Yam bean (Pachyrhizus spp.) is legume crop that not only produces edible roots but also has
a high yield of unutilized seeds. Although the yam bean seeds are rich in protein, they are …

Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata L. Walp) is an important grain legume in most parts of Sub Saharan
Africa. However, viral diseases are a major limiting production factor causing significant …