Traditional, I ndigenous, or L eafy? A Definition, Typology, and Way Forward for African
Vegetables. Around 1000 different species of indigenous and naturalized vegetables …

Understanding consumer acceptance of leafy African indigenous vegetables (AIVs) is
important in enhancing their consumption levels to increase micronutrient intake. Cooked …

Nutritional iron deficiency is the common cause of anaemia in developing world. However,
Africa is endowed with African indigenous vegetables (AIVs) rich in micronutrients. Surveys …

African indigenous vegetables are an excellent low cost source of nutrients in diets. Their
availability is constrained by seasonality hence peaks and lows. The objective of this study …

African indigenous vegetables (AIVs) have gained prominence in the recent past due to
nutritional and health benefits. The low requirement for high value inputs has enabled low …

African indigenous leafy vegetables (ALVs) play a significant role in food security in Sub
Saharan Africa (SSA). Most of the ALVs are rich in vitamins, minerals, dietary fibre …

Abstract The African indigenous vegetables (AIVs) are excellent sources of β-carotene,
vitamin C, iron as well as protein, minerals, fiber and bioactive compounds. In the recent …

A survey was carried out to document the diversity and immune boosting claims of African
indigenous leafy vegetables (AILVs) in Western Kenya. Both qualitative and quantitative …

Production of amaranth is hampered by insect pests which reduce the yields considerably.
The control of these pests is mainly through the use of pesticides, but their intensive usage …

Abstract The African Indigenous Leafy Vegetables (AILV) agricultural sub-sector in Kenya
has in recent times gained considerable prominence and attention. A diverse number of …