Publications (2199)
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Evaluation of Sustainable Management Options for the Fall Armyworm Spodoptera frugiperda (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) in Maize Production in Burkina Faso
Innocent S. Yaméogo a , Awa Ouedraogo b , Delphine Ouattara c , Rémy A. Dabiré c , Olivier Gnankiné a and Souleymane Nacro
The fall armyworm, Spodoptera frugiperda, attacks important cereals, such as corn, millet and
sorghum, causing economic damage. It is has been a new biotic constraint to African agriculture
since it invaded the African continent in 2016. Reported in Burkina Faso in 2017, it is present in all
regions of the country, causing significant damag(...)
Burkina Faso; maize; pesticides; Spodoptera frugiperda; push-pull.
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Genetic Diversity of Amaranth in Burkina Faso
Jacques OUEDRAOGO, Zakaria KIEBRE, Kiswendsida Romaric NANEMA, Mariam KIEBRE, Pauline BATIONO/KANDO
The study of genetic diversity of cultivated plants is important for conservation of genetic resources as well as for selection of genetically diverse parent lines from several
genetic populations. The aim of the present study was to expand the knowledge of the genetic diversity of amaranth grown in Burkina Faso. Eleven microsatellite markers(...)
Amaranthus, microsatellite marker, morphotype, phylogenetic, genetic variability
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Nutritional Potential of Maranthes polyandra (Benth.) Prance Fruit Kernels: A Comprehensive Analysis of Macronutrient, Mineral, and Phytochemical Profiles in Burkina Faso
Bazongo Patrice, Cissé Hama, Tinguéri Béatrice, Barro Nicolas
Humans have been using plants in traditional medicine and for food security for millions of years. Today, several plants are being studied for their nutritional and medicinal value. The aim of this study was to determine the macronutrient composition, the characteristics of the oil and the mineral and phytochemical amino acid profiles of the f(...)
Maranthes polyandra (Benth.) Prance, carbohydrates, amino acids, minerals, phytochemistry, Burkina Faso
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Exploring Camellia oleifera Abel seed cake as sustainable source of protein for food applications: A review
Abel Wend-Soo Zongo, Chengyu Jin, Ningxiang Yu, Hongcai Cheng, Mahmoud Youssef, Daniel Zogona, Xiaohua Nie, Yuanchao Lu, Qin Ye, Xianghe Meng
The demand for sustainable plant-based protein is rising due to concerns over the environmental impact of animal-based protein. One promising yet overlooked protein source is the seed cake generated from Camellia oleifera oil extraction (COSC), which contains 14–20 % crude protein. COSC protein (COSCP) exhibit excellent nutritional and functio(...)
Camellia oleifera cake, Plant-based protein, Modification, Functionality, Food system
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Physico-chemical, biochemical and microbiological characterization of shea butter, Vitellaria paradoxa in Burkina Faso
ZIDA Issouf, KAGAMBÈGA Boureima, BAYILI Geoffroy Romaric,TAPSOBA François et al.
Shea oil or shea butter is a food product from shea (Vitellaria paradoxa) kernels manufactured traditionally by women in sub-African rural areas. It can be used directly for cooking or served as a raw material for the food and cosmetic industries. The aim of this study was to promote the use of natural shea butter through a better knowledge of(...)
Shea butter, quality, Vitellaria paradoxa, cosmetic, Burkina Faso
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Anti-motilities and anti-biofilm effects of Ageratum conyzoides L. methanol extract
Eli Compaoré, Moussa Compaoré, Vincent Ouédraogo, Ablassé Rouamba, Alimata Bancé, Mignini R. Dofini, Martin Kiendrebeogo
Background: Infectious diseases are one of the leading causes of death worldwide because of antibiotic resistance. Ageratum conyzoides is one of the antimicrobial medicinal plants that is being used to fight various multi-resistant pathogenic bacteria in Burkina Faso.
Aim: The aim was to promote safe medicinal use of A. conyzoides by highli(...)
Ageratum conyzoides, antioxidant, biofilm, motility, swimming, swarming, twitching, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Escherichia coli,
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Physico-chemical and Nutritional Characterization of Dried Mangoes Consumed in Chad for Better Post Harvest Valorization
Al-lamadine Mahamat *, Abdoullahi Hissein Ousman , Alhadj Markhous Nazal , Brahim Adoum Ahmat , Ali Haroun , Mbaigolmem Beral Valery , François Tapsoba , Azabadji Ashu Evariste Leonce , Bakaranga Via Issakou a and Abdelsalam Tidjani
Place and Duration of Study: Food Sciences and Nutrition Research Laboratory (LARSAN), Faculty of Human Health Sciences, University of N’Djamena BP1117, Chad; between February 2022 and April 2023.
Methodology: Dried mangoes were collected from five localities (Doba, Bebedjia, Koumra, Moundou, and Bongor) were labeled DbaA, Bja, Mdou, Kmr, an(...)
Physico-chemical properties; dried mangoes; production area; Chad
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Prevalence and Antibiotic Susceptibility of Pathogenic Enterobacteria Strains from Three Biotopes in the City of Ouagadougou (Burkina Faso)
Sanhitouo Charlemagne Dabiré , Marius K Somda , Léon W Nitièma , Dinanibè Kambiré , Samiratou Kiemtoré , Serge Théophile Soubeiga , Abdou Azaque Zouré , Konan Kouakou Toussaint Yao, Tegwindé Rebeca Compaoré , Henri Gautier Ouedraogo , Mamoudou H Dicko
Purpose: The emergence of antibiotic resistance in pathogenic Enterobacteriaceae is a public health problem in tropical countries such
as Burkina Faso. Antibiotic resistance could be identified using a variety of approaches. This study aimed to estimate the prevalence of
pathogenic enterobacteria strains from three sources, as well as their(...)
pathogenic Enterobacteriaceae, biotopes, resistance, antibiotics, Burkina Faso
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A comprehensive study on attiéké vending and consumption in three main cities of Burkina Faso
Diéni I, Bagré TS, Bako E, Nikiema MEM,Tapsoba F, Zongo O, Traoré KA, Dembélé R, Savadogo EH, Nikiema PA and Barro N.
Street vended foods are developed in West African countries offering a variety of meals to populations. Attiéké is a local popular street vended food widely consumed in Burkina
Faso. Street food vending is operated by actors without knowledge of good hygienic practices leading to foodborne infections. Therefore, this study was carried out to(...)
Attiéké, Seller, Consumer, Good hygienic practices, Street food, Burkina Faso
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Study of the correlation between antibiotic résistance genes -Susceptibility prophiles and biotopes of enterobacteria in Burkina FASO
Sanhitou charemagne, Marius k Somda , Dinanibé Kambiré , Abdou Azaque zouré , Tani Sagna , Tegwindé Rebeca compaoré , Samiratou Kiemtoré , Mamoudou H. DICKO
This study aimed to evaluate the role of resistance genes in the development of antibiotic resistance and to assessthe impact of two factors, namely environment and seasonal climate variations, on the prevalence of these genes.The methodological approach involved animal products (eggs, milk, fish), human sources (urine, feces), and theenvironm(...)
Enterobacteria, resistance genes, biotopes, seasons, Burkina Faso
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Evaluation of the post-selection nutritional composition and levels of compounds with antinutritional effects of cashew (Anacardium occidental L.) accessions selected for productivity improvement
Judith Nomwend´e Semporé , Sanogo Bougma , Elisabeth Rakisewend´e Ou´edraogo, Windmi Kagambega c, Edwige Bahanla Oboulbiga d, Windpouiré Vianney Tarpaga , Laurencia Toulsoumd´e Songr´e-Ouattara , Mamoudou Hama Dicko
The cashew almond (Anacardium occidentale L.) offers numerous nutritional advantages. However, cultivation
conditions would influence the nutritional composition of cashew almonds. This study aimed to assess the
nutritional composition and the levels of compounds with antinutritional effects of the selected cashew almonds
for productivity i(...)
Cashew almonds , Mineral content, Amino acid content, Antinutritional factor (phytates and tannins) , Accession group , Non-communicable diseases , Digestibility
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Grilling Meat Technology and Sanitary Risk along the Production Chain in Chad
Denis Erbi, Abdelsalam A. Doutoum, Hama Cisse, Hamadou Abba, Aly Savadogo
Grilled meat has a prominent place in our diet for nutritional and dietary reasons. The scarcity of jobs and the procession of unemployment among young Chadians have given grilled meat a real economic boost. The lack of mastery of technologies and abusive consumption of grilled meat would be responsible for diseases as food poisoning, gout, ca(...)
Grilling technology, sanitary risk, production chain, food poisoning and bacterial, fungal contamination, food quality, Chad
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NUTRITIONAL BENEFITS OF CHLOROPHYLL AND MINERAL ELEMENTS IN WHEATGRASS
Malina VISTERNICU, Viorica RARINCA, Ionel MIRON, Fatima Zahra KAMAL, Samson GUENNE, Alin CIOBICA
Wheatgrass (WG) is a food derived from the plant Triticum aestivum and is considered a powerful health food with various benefits for human health.
Due to its high concentration of essential nutrients, including chlorophyll and a wide range of minerals, it has become a superfood. This review explores the nutritional benefits of WG, focusing(...)
wheatgrass, chlorophyll, nutritional benefits, minerals, mental health
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Effect of sowing dates on the growth and seed production of okra [Abelmoschus esculentus (L.) Moench] during the off season in Burkina Faso
Mahamadi Hamed Ouédraogo; Moumouni Konaté; Tounwendsida Abel Nana; Ibrahim Aslam Yves Diallo;, Nerbéwendé Sawadogo; Mahamadou Sawadogo
Okra is a widely cultivated traditional vegetable in Burkina Faso. Its fruits are rich in micronutrients, vitamins, fiber, and mucilage, making it an essential dietary supplement. Despite its potential, okra cultivation faces challenges due to the limited availability of quality seeds. This study aimed to identify optimal sowing dates for prod(...)
Sowing dates; Okra genotypes; Seed production; Burkina Faso
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Assessment of mycotoxins in infant flour and their decontamination in raw material during production processes in Ouagadougou
Léa K. A. Bayala‑Yaї · Philippe A. Nikièma, · Bazoin S. R. Bazié,· Fulbert Nikièma, · Jacques Simpore
The infant flours produced in Burkina Faso are essentially a mixture of cereals and legumes. These raw materials are fre
quently contaminated with mycotoxins which pose a huge food safety and public health threat. The objective of this study
was to determine mycotoxin levels in raw materials and infant flours in Ouagadougou and to investiga(...)
Decontamination · Food processing · Food safety · Infant flours · Mycotoxins