ABOUT THE JOURNAL
The Journal of Underutilised Crops Research is an international multi- and transdisciplinary journal that aims to publish original research on various aspects relating to underutilised and neglected crops. Underutilised and neglected crops can be indigenous or exotic, and many rural communities in developing countries rely heavily on these crops. Therefore, there is a need to shift focus to these crops as they are also said to be more resilient to extreme environmental events. Some underutilised crops are said to be “crops of the future”, yet very little is known about them in terms of research. . View our Editorial Team.
The Journal of Underutilised Crops Research is an international multi- and transdisciplinary journal that aims to publish original research on various aspects relating to underutilised and neglected crops. Underutilised and neglected crops can be indigenous or exotic, and many rural communities in developing countries rely heavily on these crops. Therefore, there is a need to shift focus to these crops as they are also said to be more resilient to extreme environmental events. Some underutilised crops are said to be “crops of the future”, yet very little is known about them in terms of research. . View our Editorial Team.
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Citron watermelon characterisation and trait analysis in Kalahari sands | |
Lenon Tembo, Mcebisi Maphosa | |
13 June 2025 | |
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Potential traits for aiding selection for high grain yield based on trait association and path analysis in sorghum | |
Miriam K. Chibvongodze, Edmore Gasura, Casper N. Kamutando, Stanford Mabasa, Brighton Makovere, Elijah Nyakudya, Ancilia Nhamo, Florence Mtambanengwe, Paul Mapfumo | |
13 June 2025 | |
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Impact of soil moisture stress on growth and physiological traits of tepary bean genotypes | |
Refilwe A. Nong, Abe S. Gerrano, Eastonce T. Gwata | |
04 April 2025 | |
Reviewer Acknowledgement |
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Acknowledgement to reviewers | |
Editorial Office | |
31 October 2024 | |
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Spider plant (Cleome gynandra) breeding priorities and preferences among landraces in Zimbabwe | |
Munyaradzi Mativavarira, Kennedy Simango, Edmore Gasura, Patrick Kasasa, Hilton Mbozi, Priscah Makamure | |
18 October 2024 | |
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Bambara groundnut landraces response and tolerance to drought stress: A meta-analysis | |
Mosima M. Mabitsela, Ethel E. Phiri, Marthinus J. Booysen, Sydney Mavengahama | |
20 August 2024 | |
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Phenotypic plasticity of okra for yield and associated traits | |
Abe S. Gerrano, Bogaleng M. Matjeke, Lindiwe Khoza, Abueng Moalafi, Micheal Bairu, Lehlogonolo A. Matelele, Precious Sema, Mariette Truter, Sonja Venter | |
08 April 2024 | |
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Bambara groundnut (Vigna subterranea L.): A climate-resilient crop to address food and nutritional security | |
Md Mahmudul H. Khan, Mohd Y. Rafii, Shairul I. Ramlee, Mashitah Jusoh, Md Al-Mamun | |
30 March 2024 | |
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Assessment of morphological and chlorophyll content traits in Bambara groundnut (Vigna subterannea [verdc L.]) | |
Sinenhlahla E. Xulu, Abe S. Gerrano, Sydney Mavengahama | |
17 January 2024 | |
Reviewer Acknowledgement |
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Acknowledgement to reviewers | |
Editorial Office | |
27 November 2023 |
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