Groundnuts are a major legume crop in the northern regions of Ghana and provide important nutrients for physical development. When handled improperly, however, groundnuts can be toxic to humans.
INGENAES Project, April 2017
Groundnuts are a commonly grown crop in Northern Ghana and are regularly consumed in the local diet. Their high-protein content makes them a good part of a diverse diet. SPRING is working with groundnut farmers to help them grow, harvest, and store groundnuts primarily for household consumption. Food grown for household consumption is frequently grown by women.
Groundnuts are a commonly grown crop in Northern Ghana and are regularly consumed in the local diet. Their high-protein content makes them a good part of a diverse diet. SPRING is working with groundnut farmers to help them grow, harvest, and store groundnuts primarily for household consumption. Food grown for household consumption is frequently grown by women.
Aflatoxin exposure, namely through infected groundnuts, is hypothesized to be associated with decreased linear growth in children (stunting) through increased infection and suppressing the immune system.
Partnership for Aflatoxin Control in Africa, 2016.
Global Panel on Agriculture and Food Systems for Nutrition, April 2016
The Chicago Council on Global Affairs, September 2015