The objective of this study was to assess sensory acceptability of locally-produced chickpea-based ready-to-use supplementary foods （RUSF） among moderately malnourished children （6-59 months）. A quantitative descr...The objective of this study was to assess sensory acceptability of locally-produced chickpea-based ready-to-use supplementary foods （RUSF） among moderately malnourished children （6-59 months）. A quantitative descriptive analysis using a five point hedonic scale among a total of 140 mother-baby pairs was conducted in five hotspot priority one district. The target groups were sampled from 10 sites of five districts （two sites per district）. The child-mother pairs per district were selected through systematic random sampling. The selection criteria included children aged 6-59 months with moderate acute malnutrition （MAM） and not suffering from any illness. Half of the respondents （46%） were farmers, while 29% were housewives; only 21% had formal education. Both sexes were equally represented in the sample size among children with 46% being males while 54% females. About half （46%） of households had four or more children with median maternal age during child birth reported at 28.6 ± 5.9 years. About 89% of children consumed complementary food from starchy staple food; 17% consumed from vitamin A rich foods; 57% consumed from dark green leafy vegetables; no child consumed meat, fish and eggs; 49.3% consumed legumes, nuts and seeds; 36.4% consumed milk and milk products and the mean dietary diversity was rated at two out of the nine food groups. The amount of RUSF consumed by children from 48-59 months was higher than children who were 6-11 months. Amhara region had accepted chickpea only and chickpea ＋ maize＋ soy the two products more than the other four regions with an average mean value of 4.8 and 4.6 by mother/caregiver and interviewer, respectively. Mothers＇ perception of the appearance of the products and their overall acceptability was similar in most regions except South Nation Nationality People Region （SNNPR） where the rating of the two products was low with an average mean value of 4.6. Two of the products were well accepted by the study of the participants. The purchase for progress （P4P） programme could utilize this opportunity to support cooperative unions to make chickpeas available on the market given importance to.展开更多
Shallots (Allium cepa ascalonicum L.) are an important crop primarily due to their likely culinary and economic value. However, its production comes with specific challenges. In addition, effective post-harvest manage...Shallots (Allium cepa ascalonicum L.) are an important crop primarily due to their likely culinary and economic value. However, its production comes with specific challenges. In addition, effective post-harvest management is critical to ensure the quality and availability of shallot bulbs for extended periods. This study assessed the yield performance and storability relevant traits of five shallot cultivars (Saboula Jaba, Espagne Jaba, Daou Jaba, Tata Jaba, and N’galamandjan Jaba) under controlled storage conditions. Field experiments were conducted in 2021 to evaluate growth and yield in terms of bulb quantity, size, and weight. Storability traits such as firmness, weight loss, and Total Soluble Solids (TSS) were also measured for each entry. The five ecotypes of shallots were evaluated on-station with a total rainfall of 810 mm in 2021. The results revealed statistically significant variations (p > 0.01) in storability traits and yield among the tested entries. Furthermore, the weight loss of stored bulbs varied, indicating genetic differences among the cultivars that can influence their moisture retention abilities, leading to differences in weight loss rates. Indeed, Daou jaba showed less weight loss and superior firmness. The top highest-ranking entry for yield was shown by N’galamandjan jaba with 40 T/ha, followed by Saboula jaba with 39 T/ha. These highest productivity entries also showed significantly higher bulb quantity and individual bulb size. While there was a significant correlation between weight loss and firmness, a correlation between weight loss and TSS was also observed. The weight loss and firmness of N’galamandjan jaba were significantly correlated (r = 0.52) on the one hand, and on the other hand, the weight loss and visual quality of Espagne Jaba were highly and significantly correlated (r = 0.69). N’galamandjan Jaba and Saboula Jaba can be used to improve the yield and the storability relevant traits and prevent post-harvest losses.展开更多
文摘The objective of this study was to assess sensory acceptability of locally-produced chickpea-based ready-to-use supplementary foods （RUSF） among moderately malnourished children （6-59 months）. A quantitative descriptive analysis using a five point hedonic scale among a total of 140 mother-baby pairs was conducted in five hotspot priority one district. The target groups were sampled from 10 sites of five districts （two sites per district）. The child-mother pairs per district were selected through systematic random sampling. The selection criteria included children aged 6-59 months with moderate acute malnutrition （MAM） and not suffering from any illness. Half of the respondents （46%） were farmers, while 29% were housewives; only 21% had formal education. Both sexes were equally represented in the sample size among children with 46% being males while 54% females. About half （46%） of households had four or more children with median maternal age during child birth reported at 28.6 ± 5.9 years. About 89% of children consumed complementary food from starchy staple food; 17% consumed from vitamin A rich foods; 57% consumed from dark green leafy vegetables; no child consumed meat, fish and eggs; 49.3% consumed legumes, nuts and seeds; 36.4% consumed milk and milk products and the mean dietary diversity was rated at two out of the nine food groups. The amount of RUSF consumed by children from 48-59 months was higher than children who were 6-11 months. Amhara region had accepted chickpea only and chickpea ＋ maize＋ soy the two products more than the other four regions with an average mean value of 4.8 and 4.6 by mother/caregiver and interviewer, respectively. Mothers＇ perception of the appearance of the products and their overall acceptability was similar in most regions except South Nation Nationality People Region （SNNPR） where the rating of the two products was low with an average mean value of 4.6. Two of the products were well accepted by the study of the participants. The purchase for progress （P4P） programme could utilize this opportunity to support cooperative unions to make chickpeas available on the market given importance to.
文摘Shallots (Allium cepa ascalonicum L.) are an important crop primarily due to their likely culinary and economic value. However, its production comes with specific challenges. In addition, effective post-harvest management is critical to ensure the quality and availability of shallot bulbs for extended periods. This study assessed the yield performance and storability relevant traits of five shallot cultivars (Saboula Jaba, Espagne Jaba, Daou Jaba, Tata Jaba, and N’galamandjan Jaba) under controlled storage conditions. Field experiments were conducted in 2021 to evaluate growth and yield in terms of bulb quantity, size, and weight. Storability traits such as firmness, weight loss, and Total Soluble Solids (TSS) were also measured for each entry. The five ecotypes of shallots were evaluated on-station with a total rainfall of 810 mm in 2021. The results revealed statistically significant variations (p > 0.01) in storability traits and yield among the tested entries. Furthermore, the weight loss of stored bulbs varied, indicating genetic differences among the cultivars that can influence their moisture retention abilities, leading to differences in weight loss rates. Indeed, Daou jaba showed less weight loss and superior firmness. The top highest-ranking entry for yield was shown by N’galamandjan jaba with 40 T/ha, followed by Saboula jaba with 39 T/ha. These highest productivity entries also showed significantly higher bulb quantity and individual bulb size. While there was a significant correlation between weight loss and firmness, a correlation between weight loss and TSS was also observed. The weight loss and firmness of N’galamandjan jaba were significantly correlated (r = 0.52) on the one hand, and on the other hand, the weight loss and visual quality of Espagne Jaba were highly and significantly correlated (r = 0.69). N’galamandjan Jaba and Saboula Jaba can be used to improve the yield and the storability relevant traits and prevent post-harvest losses.
