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Yam bean a nearly forgotten crop
09-15-2007 · EurekAlert!Researchers discovered a variation of the yam bean with less water content and high in protein. This could fulfill the need of a more stable crop and food source in subSaharan and west Africa where root crops are a major source of nourishment.
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