Yield Characteristics of Moringa oleifera Across Different Ecologies in Nigeria as an Index of Its Adaptation to Climate Change

Ndubuaku, U. M.; Ndubuaku, T. C. N.; Ndubuaku, N. E.

doi:10.5539/sar.v3n1p95

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“…Although, a bit higher yield was found in the second-year study (2017) but there are no significant variations were found in the same cultivar of same location between the two years' study. Ndubuaku et al (39) recorded the three years yield continuously, and they did not get the significant variations of pod yield. Overall, higher amount of production in SP has shown the coherent reasons: because fruit length, number of seeds per pod including the number of secondary leaves is higher compared to YP.…”

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Morphology, pod yield and nutritional quality of two cultivars of Moringa (Moringa oleifera) in Bangladesh

Islam¹,

Sheikh²,

Waterman³

et al. 2020

IJST

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Background/Objectives: Moringa (Moringa oleifera) is a multi-purpose tree with valuable nutritional density found in the leaves and pods. Both seasonal and year-round cultivars are available and consumed in Bangladesh. This study evaluated the qualitative and quantitative morphological characteristics and nutritional content in leaves and pods of moringa cultivars from two major ecological locations in Bangladesh. Methodology: The selected local varieties used were seasonal production (SP: V1) and year-round production (YP: V2) cultivars from the two ecological regions Chapai Nawabganj (L1) and Pabna (L2). Findings: Flowering and fruiting occurred once per year in seasonal cultivar (SP) and three times per year in year-round cultivar (YP). Flowers are zygomorphic; and tripinnate and pinnately compound leaves in both cultivars. The average yield of pods over two years of production for V1 was 45-62 kg/year/plant and 27-38 kg/plant/year for V2. Leaves contained more than two times higher protein (29-36%) compared to pods (11-15%). Similarly, nutrients including calcium and iron were significantly higher in leaves (2314-3487 ppm and 276-418 ppm, respectively) than pods (2017-2032 ppm and 61-68 ppm, respectively). There were no significant differences in potassium content of both cultivars in both location, but pod contained more than four times higher phosphorus (1.5- 1.7%) than leaves (0.34-0.38%). The highest amounts of magnesium (1768-1861 ppm) and sodium (496-535 ppm) were found in pods. Applications: Cultivar and plant part (e.g leaves) can be considered when promoting and utilizing moringa micronutrient for nutritional security. It demands for policies and development actions for production and intensification of moringa in dry parts of the country. Keywords: Moringa; cultivars; leaves; pods; morphology; nutritional security

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Morphology, pod yield and nutritional quality of two cultivars of Moringa (Moringa oleifera) in Bangladesh

Islam¹,

Sheikh²,

Waterman³

et al. 2020

IJST

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“…Increased sales and promotion of moringa as a "superfood" have notably gained support by an increased amount of research and reviews on its nutritional and health properties (Ajayi et al, 2014;Ndubuaku et al, 2014;Ojiako et al, 2011;Padayachee and Baijnath, 2020;Stohs and Hartman, 2015) Moringa leaves contain ∼30% protein by dry weight, (Adegun and Ayodele, 2015) all essential amino acids (Witt, 2014), and high levels of vitamins and nutrients, including iron, beta-carotene, calcium, zinc, and magnesium (Ajayi et al, 2014; Assessing moringa's economic viability, Kenya Ndubuaku et al, 2014). When dried moringa leaves are easily ground into a shelf-stable, nutrient-concentrated powder which can be added to foods after cooking.…”

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Assessing the economic viability of commercial moringa production for Kenyan small-scale farmers

Waterman

Peterson

Schelle

et al. 2021

JADEE

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PurposeMoringa (Moringa oleifera) is a highly nutritious, fast-growing crop that has emerged in Western markets as a “superfood” and as a “smart crop” for income generation potential among small-scale farmers. As such, moringa has been widely promoted by agricultural development practitioners in low-income countries and by emerging businesses aimed at achieving nutritional and social impact. However, the intrinsic nutritional and agronomic strengths of moringa are not enough to warrant its widespread promotion without first evaluating its economic potential to farmers.Design/methodology/approachA Land Use System (LUS) analysis modeling tool was employed to test the economic performance of two sets of moringa production practices in Kenya. Data were collected during in-depth interviews and field visits with farmers in Meru that supply a local market, and in Shimba Hills that supply an organic export market.FindingsResults suggest that current production practices over an 12-years assessment period generate a Net Present Value (NPV) of US$8,049 [ha-1] in Meru and a negative NPV of US$697 [ha-1] in Shimba Hills; with average daily returns to family labor of these two production systems of roughly 1.6 times and 0.13 times the prevailing local wage rate, respectively. These differences were attributed to a higher farmgate prices and greater yields in Meru. The analysis tool was then used to predict the effects of changes in farming practices, e.g. if farmers in Meru switched to intensive bed cultivation NPV is estimated to increase by ∼650%.Research limitations/implicationsThis study demonstrates the importance of examining the economic performance of agricultural production systems intended to increase the benefits to small-scale farmers.Originality/valueOur study is the first to assess moringa's economic performance within two production systems in Kenya – a local farmers' cooperative in Meru, and a group of farmers contracted by an export company.

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“…The most suited soil conditions are dry sandy soil where these trees grow to their full potential. But they are also propagated in semi-arid, tropical and subtropical region [15] Being drought resistant, they are able to withstand a wide range of soil and rainfall conditions and are therefore available throughout the year [16] M. oleifera is an excellent food source for human beings and is a multipurpose tree which can also be promoted as a fodder crop [17] Several other uses include medicine, dye, nutritional and industrial applications [18] Moringa oleifera seeds can be used for water treatment as it can remove up to 99% bacteria from water and purify it [19]…”

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Anti-solar study of ethanolic extract of leaves Moringa oleifera

Varsha¹,

Pooja²,

Pournima³

2018

Int. J. Adv. Community Med.

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Objective: The present study aimed at the phytochemical examination and anti-solar activity of Moringa oleifera (leaf) Ethanolic extract has more Flavonoid content based on this chemical substance photo protective activity was evaluated using UV visible spectrophotometry, where the method is diffused transmittance and the range of UV-visible about 200-400nm. Methods: The pulverized dried Moringa oleifera was extracted with ethanol using soxhlet apparatus. Ethanolic extract were filtered & evaporated to dryness. The photo protective activity was evaluated by using UV visible spectrophotometer, where the method it is diffused transmittance and the range of UV-visible about 200-400nm. Results:The UV scanning absorption spectra of the extract showed very strong absorption at 0.265 A with λ max at 268 nm. Conclusion:The extract has an ability to absorb in the entire UV range.

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Yield Characteristics of Moringa oleifera Across Different Ecologies in Nigeria as an Index of Its Adaptation to Climate Change

Cited by 19 publications

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Morphology, pod yield and nutritional quality of two cultivars of Moringa (Moringa oleifera) in Bangladesh

Morphology, pod yield and nutritional quality of two cultivars of Moringa (Moringa oleifera) in Bangladesh

Assessing the economic viability of commercial moringa production for Kenyan small-scale farmers

Anti-solar study of ethanolic extract of leaves Moringa oleifera

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