Opportunities for Orphan Crops: Expected Economic Benefits From Biotechnology

Zambrano, Patricia; Wood‐Sichra, Ulrike; Ruhinduka, Remidius; Phillip, Dayo; Pratt, Alejandro Nin; Komen, John; Kikulwe, Enoch; Zepeda, José Falck; Dzanku, Fred Mawunyo; Chambers, Judith A.

doi:10.3389/fpls.2022.825930

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“…While awareness tends to increase with higher income up to a certain threshold, it then declines again among those with the highest incomes, suggesting complex socio-economic factors at play in shaping understanding within diverse income groups.. The knowledge of orphan plants is influenced by the income level of individuals, particularly among those with lower incomes, as they seek to raise their income through the utilization of orphan crops in their diets [5,20].…”

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Unveiling awareness and knowledge of orphan plants: catalysts for sustainable transformation in Al-Zarqa Basin, Jordan

Alahmad,

Al-Qudah,

Khasawneh

et al. 2024

Environ. Res. Commun.

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The awareness of orphan plants and underutilized species that have agricultural, nutritional, and medicinal importance is critical to the sustainable civilization of people. The lack of knowledge of the orphan plant's importance stems from insufficient outreach and educational efforts and this may increase the underappreciation of these plants' ecological relevance which will affect the sustainable environment in the determined region. In this study, Al Zarqa basin region located in the northern part of Jordan was selected as a study case. This is due to it has rich plant biodiversity with many endangered plant species. This study aimed to assess the awareness levels of the civil people in the Al Zarqa basin regarding orphan plants and identify key factors influencing the community's understanding of these underutilized species. In this study, local youth volunteers distributed an e-questionnaire, and 1000 participants from seven villages were engaged. Different parameters that measure people's awareness regarding orphan plants were evaluated. Data were collected and statistically analyzed to show the range of the people's awareness. Data showed the predominant of the samples used were male representation (66%), aged 18-45, engaged in agricultural and handicraft activities, with diverse educational backgrounds, and monthly incomes of 300-500 JD. Limited awareness (23.3%) of "orphan plants" was linked to lower academic levels in the studied areas. Perceived benefits varied, with 36.1% acknowledging moderate advantages and 25.6% perceiving high benefits. Despite recognizing utility, participants lacked specificity in benefits or classification. The study concludes that the region exhibits a dearth of knowledge about orphan plants, necessitating educational initiatives to raise awareness and advocate for the agricultural and medicinal potential of underutilized plant species, contributing to the socioeconomic advancement of residents in the agriculturally endowed Zarqa Basin.

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Unveiling awareness and knowledge of orphan plants: catalysts for sustainable transformation in Al-Zarqa Basin, Jordan

Alahmad,

Al-Qudah,

Khasawneh

et al. 2024

Environ. Res. Commun.

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“…Root and tuber crops have the second highest contribution as alternative sources of carbohydrate food after rice. This means that root and tuber crops have an important role as food diversification, even as orphan crop [17]. Alternative sources of carbohydrates other than rice are a solution when facing food problems and climate change.…”

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The Role of Root and Tuber Crops on Food Diversification Facing the Climate Change in East Java Indonesia

Suhartini,

Waluyo,

Irawanto

et al. 2024

IOP Conf. Ser.: Earth Environ. Sci.

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Root and tuber crops consisting of cassava, sweet potato, potato, taro and others root and tubers have the important roles as the source of food, nutrition and cash income for many farmers in Indonesia. These crops also as a source of carbohydrates beside rice, corn, cereals, wheat etc. Root and tuber crops are the second most important group of crop plants after the cereals. The government of Indonesia accelerate food diversification based on local food resources, especially facing the climate change. The objective of this study was to estimate the role of root and tuber crops on food diversification and to estimate the household root and tuber crops demand in East Java Indonesia. The research used SUSENAS (Indonesian National Socio-Economic Survey) 2020 data with 31.990 household respondents in East Java Indonesia. Demand for food was estimated by AIDS (Almost Ideal Demand System) model. The results show that the average consumption for root and tuber crops was 0,69 kg/household/week (11,23% from carbohydrates foods), whereas rice consumption amount 4,86 kg/household/week (79,68 %), maize amount 0,25 kg/household/week (4,13%) and cereals amount 0,3 kg/household/week (4,96%). The expenditure elasticity of root and tuber crops was 1,36, while the expenditure elasticity of rice amount 0,78 (normal food), maize (1,41) and cereals (1,27). The expenditure elasticity more than 1 means that root and tuber crops as a superior food, also for maize and cereals. People no longer considers that root and tuber crops to be an inferior food. The root and tuber crops consumptions have the highest proportion after rice. It can be mean that root and tuber crops have the important role on food diversification in East Java Indonesia. Facing the climate change, root and tuber crops development be a right decision, moreover, root and tuber crops can be planted on dry land which is still widely available in Indonesia.

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“…Furthermore, adopting GMO technology and buying GM seeds can lead to disparities in cost that favor larger, wealthier farming entities. 8 , 46 , 81 For this reason, economic equity becomes a central concern. The possibility of a greater reliance on outside sources for technology and seeds may intensify economic disparities in the agriculture industry.…”

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“…Farmers in those nations have already profited from these modified crops, despite opposition of GMOs from neighboring countries. 81 , 89 , 90 …”

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The Adoption of Genetically Modified Crops in Africa: the Public’s Current Perception, the Regulatory Obstacles, and Ethical Challenges

Sadikiel Mmbando

2024

GM Crops & Food

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Genetically modified (GM) crops are the most important agricultural commodities that can improve the yield of African smallholder farmers. The intricate circumstances surrounding the introduction of GM agriculture in Africa, however, underscore the importance of comprehending the moral conundrums, regulatory environments, and public sentiment that exist today. This review examines the current situation surrounding the use of GM crops in Africa, focusing on moral conundrums, regulatory frameworks, and public opinion. Only eleven of the fifty-four African countries currently cultivate GM crops due to the wide range of opinions resulting from the disparities in cultural, socioeconomic, and environmental factors. This review proposed that addressing public concerns, harmonizing regulations, and upholding ethical standards will improve the adoption of GM crops in Africa. This study offers ways to enhance the acceptability of GM crops for boosting nutrition and food security globally.

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Opportunities for Orphan Crops: Expected Economic Benefits From Biotechnology

Cited by 7 publications

References 13 publications

Unveiling awareness and knowledge of orphan plants: catalysts for sustainable transformation in Al-Zarqa Basin, Jordan

Unveiling awareness and knowledge of orphan plants: catalysts for sustainable transformation in Al-Zarqa Basin, Jordan

The Role of Root and Tuber Crops on Food Diversification Facing the Climate Change in East Java Indonesia

The Adoption of Genetically Modified Crops in Africa: the Public’s Current Perception, the Regulatory Obstacles, and Ethical Challenges

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