2018
DOI: 10.5897/jhf2018.0555
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Farmers traditional practices and management methods of stored common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) insect pests in the central region of Benin Republic

Abstract: Common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) is a legume that contributes to food security and poverty reduction in Benin. However, there is very little information on its production constraints, varietal diversity, storage practices, storage insect management, and seed system. While these information are necessary for use in breeding programs and a better conservation of this legume. To fill these gaps, ethnobotanical surveys were conducted in 23 villages selected through central Benin using participatory rural apprai… Show more

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“…The low yield is mostly contributed by weeds, diseases, insect pests, use of unimproved seed varieties among other factors Ngadze et al, 2018). The low yields obtained are also not safe in storage facilities due to storage insect pest attacks which cause significant loss of food and seeds for subsequent season (Loko et al, 2018;.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…The low yield is mostly contributed by weeds, diseases, insect pests, use of unimproved seed varieties among other factors Ngadze et al, 2018). The low yields obtained are also not safe in storage facilities due to storage insect pest attacks which cause significant loss of food and seeds for subsequent season (Loko et al, 2018;.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%