scholarly journals Assessment of Biofortification Approaches Used to Improve Micronutrient-Dense Plants That Are a Sustainable Solution to Combat Hidden Hunger

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Esra Koç ◽  
Belgizar Karayiğit
Keyword(s):  
Hidden Hunger

2014 Global Hunger Index The Challenge of Hidden Hunger

2014 ◽  
Author(s):  
International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI)
Keyword(s):  
Hidden Hunger

scholarly journals Correction to: Fish as a source of (micro)nutrients to combat hidden hunger in Zambia

Food Security ◽  
2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nils Nölle ◽  
Sven Genschick ◽  
Klaus Schwadorf ◽  
Holger Hrenn ◽  
Sonja Brandner ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Hidden Hunger

Adoption of improved cassava varieties in Nigeria: Insights from DNA fingerprinting versus self-reporting varietal identification approaches

2021 ◽  
pp. 003072702199003
Author(s):  
Patience Ifeyinwa Opata ◽  
Oguejiofor Joseph Okorie ◽  
Juliana Chinasa Iwuchukwu ◽  
Chukwuma Otum Ume ◽  
Oyakhilomen Oyinbo
Keyword(s):  
Measurement Errors ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
Limited Attention ◽  
Adoption Studies ◽  
Hidden Hunger ◽  
Varietal Identification ◽  
Sub Saharan ◽  
Cassava Varieties

Much of the empirical studies on crop varietal adoption in Sub-Saharan Africa relied on self-reported adoption in farm-household surveys, which is prone to measurement errors. In addition, farmers’ perceptions of consumption-related varietal traits in adoption studies has received limited attention compared with production-related traits. Using DNA-based and self-reported adoption measures, we analyze the adoption of improved cassava varieties (ICVs) with a focus on the extent of varietal misidentification, the sensitivity of the drivers of adoption to varietal misidentification and the role of farmers’ perceptions of biofortification trait in adoption decisions. We find that the adoption rate of ICVs is relatively high using both DNA-based and self-reported adoption measures, but there is notable misclassification in varietal adoption. We find that the mismatch in DNA-based and self-reported adoption measures leads to some variation in the factors that influence the likelihood and intensity of adoption of ICVs. This suggests that appropriate varietal identification helps in better understanding of the drivers of adoption. In addition, we find that despite the observed varietal misclassification, farmers’ perceptions of biofortification trait is significantly correlated with the probability and intensity of adoption of ICVs using both DNA-based and self-reported varietal identification. This suggests that inclusion of biofortification trait in cassava matters for both the likelihood and extent of adoption of ICVs. The latter lends credence to the emerging policy interests in breeding programs for biofortified crops to address hidden hunger in Nigeria.

scholarly journals Solanum aethiopicum: The Nutrient-Rich Vegetable Crop with Great Economic, Genetic Biodiversity and Pharmaceutical Potential

Horticulturae ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (6) ◽  
pp. 126
Author(s):  
Mei Han ◽  
Kwadwo N. Opoku ◽  
Nana A. B. Bissah ◽  
Tao Su
Keyword(s):  
Urban Communities ◽  
Plant Species ◽  
Skin Infections ◽  
Nutritional Security ◽  
Solanum Aethiopicum ◽  
Genetic Biodiversity ◽  
Rural And Urban ◽  
Hidden Hunger ◽  
Medicinal Properties ◽  
Food And Nutritional Security

Solanum aethiopicum is a very important vegetable for both rural and urban communities in Africa. The crop is rich in both macro- and micronutrients compared with other vegetables and is suitable for ensuring food and nutritional security. It also possesses several medicinal properties and is currently employed in the treatment of high blood pressure, diabetes, cholera, uterine complaints as well as skin infections in humans. The crop is predominantly cultivated by traditional farmers and plays an important role in the subsistence and economy of poor farmers and consumers throughout the developing world. It also holds potential for dietary diversification, greater genetic biodiversity and sustainable production in Africa. Despite the numerous benefits the crop presents, it remains neglected and underutilized due to the world’s over-dependence on a few plant species, as well as the little attention in research and development it has received over the years. This review highlights the importance of S. aethiopicum, its role in crop diversification, reducing hidden hunger, the potential for nutritive and medicinal benefits, agricultural sustainability and future thrusts for breeding and genetic improvement of the plant species.

scholarly journals Hidden hunger in Benin: the scope and prospectus.

2018 ◽  
Vol 01 (01) ◽  
Author(s):  
Lincoln J Fry
Keyword(s):  
Hidden Hunger

scholarly journals Hidden hunger in Benin: the scope and prospectus.

2017 ◽  
Vol 01 (01) ◽  
Author(s):  
Lincoln J Fry
Keyword(s):  
Hidden Hunger

scholarly journals Hidden Hunger: Solutions for America’s Aging Populations

Nutrients ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (9) ◽  
pp. 1210 ◽  
Author(s):  
Manfred Eggersdorfer ◽  
Ucheoma Akobundu ◽  
Regan Bailey ◽  
Julie Shlisky ◽  
Amy Beaudreault ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Disease Risk ◽  
Nutrient Status ◽  
Aging Population ◽  
The United States ◽  
Demographic Shift ◽  
Demographic Group ◽  
Hidden Hunger ◽  
Aging Populations ◽  
Global Population

The global population, including the United States, is experiencing a demographic shift with the proportion of older adults (aged ≥ 65 years) growing faster than any other age group. This demographic group is at higher risk for developing nutrition-related chronic conditions such as heart disease and diabetes as well as infections such as influenza and pneumonia. As a result, an emphasis on nutrition is instrumental for disease risk reduction. Unfortunately, inadequate nutrient status or deficiency, often termed hidden hunger, disproportionately affects older adults because of systematic healthcare, environmental, and biological challenges. This report summarizes the unique nutrition challenges facing the aging population and identifies strategies, interventions, and policies to address hidden hunger among the older adults, discussed at the scientific symposium “Hidden Hunger: Solutions for America’s Aging Population”, on March 23, 2018.

Hidden hunger

1985 ◽  
Vol 85 (7) ◽  
pp. 51-52
Author(s):  
George W. Northup
Keyword(s):  
Hidden Hunger
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