Scientists urge alternatives to maize with rice, beans varieties emerging

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Robert Loda (L) and Olivia Asinde harvesting narobean6 in their garden in Mayuge District, Uganda. PHOTO | BAMUTURAKI MUSINGUZI | NMG

Farmers in Africa have to reduce their reliance on maize and bring in more micronutrient-rich foods to address both nutritional needs and climate change challenges.

In a study titled Stakeholder-driven transformative adaptation is needed for climate-smart nutrition security in Sub-Saharan Africa, researchers push for fruits, vegetables, and crops such as cassava, millet, and sorghum.