Publications by authors named "Jacinta Kavuluko"
BMC Plant Biol
August 2021
Article Synopsis
- Sorghum yields in sub-Saharan Africa are heavily impacted by Striga, a parasitic plant, but genetic diversity and modern sequencing can help manage this issue.
- Researchers conducted lab tests to identify sorghum varieties with new resistance to Striga, studying both the mechanisms and genetic factors involved through genome-wide association studies (GWAS).
- Their discoveries highlight the importance of understanding resistance mechanisms and genes to develop sustainable solutions for smallholder farmers in SSA, whose livelihoods depend on sorghum.
