Variability and estimating in fruiting of shea tree (Vitellaria paradoxa C.F. Gaertn) associated to climatic conditions in West Africa: implications for sustainable management and development

Variability and estimating in fruiting of shea tree (Vitellaria paradoxa C.F. Gaertn) associated to climatic conditions in West Africa: implications for sustainable management and development

Shea tree (Vitellaria paradoxa) is one of the main native oil plants with high economic value in Africa. Its fruits are used for food, medicinal, cultural and exportation purposes. However, the lack of efficient tools to assess annual fruit production of the species limits the sustainable management...

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Main Authors: Loyapin Bondé, Oumarou Ouédraogo, Issaka Ouédraogo, Adjima Thiombiano, Joseph I. Boussim
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2019-04-01
Series:Plant Production Science
Subjects:
allometric equations
burkina faso
drier climatic conditions
fruit production patterns
high-yielding trees
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/1343943X.2018.1541712

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