Improving the Livelihoods of Farmers in Dry Regions of Africa via Development of High-Value Cowpea Varieties

摘要

Malnutrition arising from food shortages caused by frequent droughts in Africa has been reported by various media outlets. However, "acute malnutrition" induced by food shortages only covers one third of people categorized as "malnourished" in Africa.The fact is that more Africans suffer from "chronic malnutrition" caused by deficiency in protein and essential minerals over a long period of time. Whereas acute malnutrition leads to wasting or thinness, chronic malnutrition or "hidden hunger" leads to stunting or shortness.