The geography of yam cultivation in southern Nigeria: Exploring its social meanings and cultural functions
Background: Yam (Dioscorea spp.) is a very important common food crop in West Africa. Beyond its food and nutritious values, the ownership and cultivation of yam have many cultural, religious, and social meanings, which may vary between specific ethnic groups and regional areas. This study explored...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMC
2017-03-01
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| Series: | Journal of Ethnic Foods |
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| Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2352618116301147 |