Efficiency of molecular markers to select for Striga gesneroides resistance in cowpea
In this study four molecular markers developed for selecting Striga resistant cowpea were used to genotype a F2 population derived from a cross between Borno Brown and T97K-499-35.
Training manual on ‘Trade negotiation, marketing, contracting and seed business management’ for small and medium scale seed enterprise managers
This paper presents several insights into international and local institutions for seed trade promotion and advertising, and seed import and export procedures. It also provides a guide to facilitate participation in agricultural fairs and exhibitions.
A farmer’s guide to profitable groundnut production
This handbook provides an effective guide for farmers on groundnut crop production and general management best practices in Nigeria and its neighboring countries.
Variability in yield and vegetative growth of some selected cowpea [Vigna unguiculata (L.) Walp.] lines under varying shade conditions
This study was conducted to elucidate the effect of varying shade conditions of some selected cowpea lines in relation to their vegetative growth and yield. The study revealed positive phenotypic correlation coefficients of higher magnitudes for varieties grown under the single and double shading conditions.
Response of some groundnut varieties to Alectra vogelii infestation in northern Nigeria
This paper presents the results of a field trial conducted in northern Nigeria in 2014 during the rainy season to evaluate the response of 11 local and improved groundnut genotypes to natural infestation of Alectra vogelii.
Drought tolerance mechanisms for response to pre- and post-flowering drought stress of groundnut in a dryland ecology
This poster presents the results of a study that investigated the mechanisms of drought tolerance of selected groundnut cultivars under pre- and post-flowering drought stress.
Involving women in research for economic growth through agricultural technologies and practices: ICRISAT’s initiatives in sub-Saharan Africa
This paper assesses major ICRISAT initiatives in Mali, Niger and Nigeria and looks at the economic growth implications of involving women in agricultural research for development.
Genetic variability and heritability of selected cowpea (Vigna unguiculata (L) Walp) lines
This paper presents the results of two different but related experiments in northern Nigeria, one in the 2011 rainy season and the second in the 2012 dry season, to estimate the genetic variability and heritability of traits in selected cowpea lines.
Potential of cowpea (Vigna unguiculata L.) for dry season seed and fodder production in Sahelian sandy soil of Niger
Recent surge in dry cowpea seed price, grain and fodder demand in Niger Republic has resulted in the search for appropriate cultivars for dry season production for seed, grain, and fodder. Studies have found that dry season cowpea production stands first as an alternative for farmers to increased income, grain, seeds, and fodder and enrich the soil for the next rainy season.
Genetic gain in yield and agronomic characteristics of cowpea cultivars developed in the Sudan Savannas of Nigeria over the past three decades
This paper evaluates a field study conducted to determine the rate of genetic improvement in grain and fodder yields and associated agronomic and physiological changes of determinate and semi-determinate cowpea genotypes developed in the Nigerian Sudan savannas from 1974 to 2004.
