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Genetic diversity, inter-gene pool introgression and nutritional quality of common beans (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) from Central Africa.
TAG. Theoretical and applied genetics. Theoretische und angewandte Genetik - 1 Jul 2010
Blair Matthew W, González Laura F, Kimani Paul M, Butare Louis
Abstract excerpt
The Great Lakes region of Central Africa is a major producer of common beans in Africa. The region is known for high population density and small average farm size. The common bean represents the most important legume crop of the region, grown on over a third of the cultivated land area, and the per capita consumption is among the highest in the world for the food crop. The objective of this study was to evaluate...
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