The rate of yam consumption is high in West Africa, thanks to its health benefits. Against this background, there are efforts by the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) and others ...

It is no exaggeration to say that the Zaki Biam market, Benue is the largest in the country, and maybe in Africa. According to the Food and Agricultural Organization report, in 1985, Nigeria produced ...

Although available year-round, yams or sweet potatoes are particularly treasured during the holiday months. We serve them up sweet or savory, as accompaniments to main courses and often in dessert.

Yam Farmers, Processors and Marketers Association of Nigeria has assured Nigerians of increased yam production in 2018 so as to boost the yam export initiative of the Federal Government. The Acting ...

Pounded yam is one of Nigeria’s most cherished delicacies. It is often used to honour dignitaries at ceremonies and special visitors by families.

If you thought yams and sweet potatoes were the same thing, think again! While the two root vegetables might appear to be similar (largely in part to grocery stores mislabeling them), the difference ...

Scientists have, for the first time, provided a genome sequence for the white Guinea yam, a staple crop with huge economic and cultural significance on the African continent and a lifeline for ...

The federal government has unveiled a comprehensive plan to significantly increase national yam production, targeting an increase in yield from 10 metric tonnes to 30 metric tonnes per hectare.

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The Acting President of the association, Prof Simon Irtwange, gave the assurance in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja on Monday. The Acting President of the association, Prof ...