Diversification of mopane caterpillars (Gonimbrasia belina) edible forms for improved livelihoods and food security
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jaridenv.2020.104148
Abstract: Abstract Malnutrition is a major health problem especially in many developing nations. Ironically, communities that suffer from undernourishment especially in rural areas often have plenty of nutritious wild foods. However, stigma against such foods, limited… read more here.
Keywords: diversification; gonimbrasia belina; caterpillars gonimbrasia; diversification mopane ... See more keywords
Trace Metals, Crude Protein, and TGA-FTIR Analysis of Evolved Gas Products in the Thermal Decomposition of Roasted Mopane Worms, Sweet Corn, and Peanuts
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DOI: 10.1155/2022/1509569
Abstract: The thermal behavior of mopane worms (Imbrasia belina), roasted peanuts (Arachis hypogaea L.), and sweet corn (Zea mays L. saccharata) was investigated under inert conditions using the TGA-FTIR analytical technique heated from 64 to 844°C… read more here.
Keywords: sweet corn; mopane; mopane worms; tga ftir ... See more keywords
Mopane worm value chain in Zimbabwe: Evidence on knowledge, practices, and processes in Gwanda District
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0278230
Abstract: Consumption of edible insects is a potential solution to the growing need for protein. However, the wild harvested edible insects’ value chain faces several challenges including limited knowledge on indigenous practices in the harvesting and… read more here.
Keywords: value chain; mopane worm; mopane;