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Determinants of the Adoption of Nutritional Practices among Pregnant and Lactating Women Following a Nutrition Education Intervention in Rural Moyamba District, Sierra Leone

Sylvia Kercher Bangura, Osman Sanu & Beatrice Edwina Koroma · Asian Food Science Journal · 2026

Background: Maternal malnutrition remains a major public health challenge in low- and middle-income countries, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa, where it contributes significantly to adverse maternal and child health outcomes. In Sierra Leone, especially in rural districts such...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2026/v25i7890

Technological Characterization and Socioeconomic Significance of Djir, a Fermented Cereal Flour Consumed in Chad

Moussa Idriss Mahamat, Somé Tiodjio R Edwige, Djibrine Adoum Oumar, Mahamat Bechir, Tapsoba François, Kaboré Donatien & Savadogo Aly · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2025

Aims: To characterize the traditional processing technology, hygiene practices, and socioeconomic significance of djir production in Chad, with a particular focus on women’s empowerment, food safety, and commercialization potential. Study Design: Cross-sectional descriptive study...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i91618

Hidden Hunger in Sahelian Cities: Nutrient Adequacy and Food Security in Urban Mali

Mariam DRAME, Abdoulaye DIAWARA, Hamadoun GARBA, Bonkana MAIGA, Hamadoun SYLLA, Yacin Guirre OSMAN, Ntcughunene Rokissi Ondombe, Soumaila DIARRA, Bakary DIARRA, Akory AG IKNANE & Fatou DIAWARA · Asian Food Science Journal · 2025

Background: In Mali, rapid urbanization has led to increasing food security challenges, but research on urban dietary patterns is limited. The objective of this analysis is to assess food security, dietary diversity and the associated socio-demographic determinants of Bamako hous...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2025/v24i7804

Food Security Awareness among University Students: A Case Study on CCN University of Science and Technology, Bangladesh

Rajib Chandra Das, Abdul Jalil, Sanowara Akter Suchana, Md. Imran Hossen & Roney Chandra Das · Asian Food Science Journal · 2025

Food insecurity has emerged as a significant global public health concern, with developing nations being particularly affected. This paper seeks to better understand food insecurity among private university students. The informants were CCN university students chosen on purpose....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2025/v24i6790

Food Security in Households of Stunting Toddlers in the Meratus Mountains Region HULU Sungai Tengah District, South Kalimantan Province, Indonesia

Ahmad Suhaimi, Siswanto & Heldawati · Asian Food Science Journal · 2023

The occurrence of stunting in toddlers often arises due to vulnerable food security at the household level. Household food security includes food availability, food access, and food diversity related to ecosystem conditions. This research aims to determine family food security in...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2023/v22i11684

The Characteristic, Occurrence of Aflatoxin and Associated Risk with Human Health

Sharique Ahmad, Subuhi Anwar & Pushpendra D. Pratap · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2022

Aflatoxins are toxins produced by the fungus Aspergillus parasiticus and Aspergillus flavus. They are colorless, cannot be detected under normal light, odorless and contaminated foods most often do not have any special or bad smell. Environmental factors such as the temperature,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2022/v32i71333

The Utilization and Preservation Practices of Jute Mallow (Corchorus olitorius) in Western Kenya

J. N. Muita & D. W. M. Kaindi · Asian Food Science Journal · 2022

Background: Jute mallow (Corchorus olitorius) is a nutritious African leafy vegetable that is grown and consumed by local communities in Kenya. However, despite its nutritional superiority, its utilization is limited primarily due to its seasonality. Aim: This study sought to doc...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2022/v21i1030477

Impression of COVID-19 Pandemic on Food Systems, Natural Environmental Resources and Agriculture in India: A Review

R. K. Naresh, Saurabh Tyagi, M. Sharath Chandra, B. Chandra Shekar, Pradeep Kumar Singh, Aryan Baliyan, Prashant Ahlawat & Polepaka Shalini · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic is affecting food and nutrition security through economic and social systems shocks, food system disruptions and gaps in coverage of essential health and nutrition services. Food systems in low- and middle-income groups must adapt and strengthen food and nut...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijecc/2021/v11i630429

Sorghum Forage Farming for Crisis Resolution and Food Security in a Changing World: A Preliminary Study of Taraba State Nigeria Sorghum Production, Prospects and Problems

Adelalu Temitope Gabriel, Mohammed Bakoji Yusuf, Benjamin Ezekiel Bwadi & Yakubu G. Clement · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2020

Taraba State is endowed with natural resources; vast lands, water resources, animal resources and human resources. However, amidst plenty, food insecurity and incessant crisis ravage the government efforts to sustainable agricultural and economic development. This paper discusses...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijecc/2020/v10i830217

Climate Variability and Food Crop Production in Rural Cameroon: The Case of Ejagham Community - Manyu Division

Robert Njilla Mengnjo Ngalim & Tambe Philomina Besong · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2020

This study set to establish the relationship between rainfall and temperature variabilities and food crop production in the Ejagham community, Cameroon. Data were collected for crop production in the area from 2006-2015, and for rainfall and temperature from 1975 – 2015. Variance...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijecc/2020/v10i330188

Efficacy of Crude Extract from Candle Brush (Senna didymobotrya) Leaves against Aspergillus niger in Reduction of Post-harvest Losses in Tomatoes

C. A. Orwa & L. G. Njue · Asian Food Science Journal · 2019

Background: Senna didymobotrya grows naturally in East Africa and is commonly used to treat microbial infections by African communities due to the presence of various phytochemicals such as alkaloids, terpenoid, anthraquinones, tannins, saponins, phenols and flavonoids. Objective...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2019/v10i230029

The Predominant Lactic Acid Microorganisms of Spontaneously Fermented Amala, a Yam Food Product

Femi Ayoade, Paulina, O. Adeniji, Kellanny, S. Amole, Yeitarere, A. Amaremo, Titilayo, O. Apata, Scott, O. Fayemi, Nicholas, E. Oyejide, Uchenna D. Abazuh, Tolulope, A. Kayode, Gbenga G. Daramola & Onikepe, Folarin · Asian Food Science Journal · 2018

Aim: Using Four (4) varieties of yam (Dioscorea rotundata), namely, TDr Pepa, TDr Amila, TDr Alumaco and TDr 95/19177 differences in the types of organisms responsible for spontaneous fermentation were evaluated. The organoleptic properties of the final food products were also su...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AFSJ/2018/44088

The Predominant Lactic Acid Microorganisms and Proximate Composition of Spontaneously Fermented Gari and Fufu, Cassava Food Products

Femi Ayoade, Paulina, O. Adeniji, Kellanny, S. Amole, Yeitarere, A. Amaremo, Titilayo, O. Apata, Scott, O. Fayemi, Nicholas, O. Oyejide, Uchenna D. Abazuh, Tolulope, A. Kayode, Gbenga G. Daramola & Onikepe, Folarin · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2018

Aim: The present study is focused on determining if there are differences in the types of organisms responsible for spontaneous fermentation in two types of cassava food products, namely, fufu and gari, while also ensuring that the expected organoleptic properties associated with...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ARRB/2018/40707