Onion ( L.) and Drought: Current Situation and Perspectives.

Onions ( L.) are the second most commonly produced and consumed vegetable worldwide due to their economic, nutritional, and medicinal benefits. However, drought hinders vegetative growth, lowers yields and bulb quality, reduces photosynthetic activity, and alters the onion plant's metabolism.

Pathogenicity and Molecular Characterization of Strains Isolated from the Hospital Environment of CHU-Z Abomey-Calavi/Sô-Ava (Benin).

is a major human pathogen present on a third of the healthy population. The bacterium possesses an extensive arsenal of virulence factors. The pathogenicity is linked with high plasticity and its exceptional ability to incorporate foreign genetic material.

Genetic diversity and phylogenetic relationships within local pigs in southern Benin.

The current context of climate change requires the conservation of local zoogenetic resources already very well adapted to the traditional breeding system, rough feeding, and heat and cold stress. This study assessed genetic diversity in local pigs in southern Benin, as a prerequisite for their sustainable use and sustainable management in Benin. A total of 69 individuals including 54 local pigs, 7 Large-White, and 8 hybrids (local pigs × Bush-pig) were genotyped by using 17 microsatellite markers.

Phytochemical Analysis and Biological Activities of Cola nitida Bark.

Kola nut is chewed in many West African cultures and is used ceremonially. The aim of this study is to investigate some biological effects of Cola nitida's bark after phytochemical screening. The bark was collected, dried, and then powdered for the phytochemical screening and extractions.