Metabolomic-guided diversity analysis reveals chemotypic groups and cosmetic-relevant biomarkers in shea trees (Vitellaria paradoxa C.F. Gaertn.) for industrial applications

Guillaume J. Bodjrenou, Jérémy Grosjean, Fernande G. Honfo, Alain Hehn, Enoch G. Achigan-Dako, Alexandre Olry, Metabolomic-guided diversity analysis reveals chemotypic groups and cosmetic-relevant biomarkers in shea trees (Vitellaria paradoxa C.F. Gaertn.) for industrial applications, Industrial Crops and Products, Volume 239, 2026, 122354, ISSN 0926-6690, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.indcrop.2025.122354 Shea tree (Vitellaria paradoxa C.F. Gaertn) is valued mainly for […]
Agricultural research approaches for crops that nourish by improving nutrition, soil health, resilience and prosperity

Lecy, Kate & Gonzalez, Francisco & Becker-Reshef, Inbal & Chabala, Lydia & Cheboi, Juliana & Chimonyo, Vimbayi & Danquah, Eric & Demo, Riley & Eleblu, John & Fraser, Evan & Gerrano, Abe & Gonhi, Tinovonga & Griffin, Timothy & Hemrich, Günter & Houdégbé, Carlos & Kennedy, Gina & Mansaray, Alpha & Mbuya, Mduduzi & Murphy, […]
Mutant lines derived from ethyl methanesulfonate treatment exhibit agronomic gain in Kersting’s groundnut [Macrotyloma geocarpum (Harms) Maréchal & Baudet]

Agossou, A.C., Vigninou, S., Tchokponhoué, D.A. et al. Mutant lines derived from ethyl methanesulfonate treatment exhibit agronomic gain in Kersting’s groundnut [Macrotyloma geocarpum (Harms) Maréchal & Baudet]. BMC Plant Biol 25, 1560 (2025). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12870-025-07545-z Macrotyloma geocarpum is a socio-economically important and nutrient-rich opportunity legume crop in which a broader genetic basis is required for an accelerated higher-yielding cultivar development. Here, we […]
First Report of Agroathelia rolfsii Causing Stem Rot on Kersting’s Groundnut (Macrotyloma geocarpum) in Benin

Touré, O. Y., N. K. A. Chabi, G. C. Tchemadon, E. G. Achigan-Dako, B. Nebie, and L. A. C. Afouda. 2025. “First Report of Agroathelia rolfsii Causing Stem Rot on Kersting’s Groundnut (Macrotyloma geocarpum) in Benin.” New Disease Reports 52, no. 2: e70074. https://doi.org/10.1002/ndr2.70074 Kersting’s groundnut (Macrotyloma geocarpum) is an opportunity crop cultivated in several West African countries, mainly Benin (Agossou et al. 2023). It is highly prized […]
Phenology and floral morph variation suggest non-classical distyly in the Sisrè berry plant [Synsepalum dulcificum (Schumach. & Thonn.) Daniell, Sapotaceae]

Tchokponhoué, D.A., Vigninou, M.R., N’Danikou, S. et al. Phenology and floral morph variation suggest non-classical distyly in the Sisrè berry plant [Synsepalum dulcificum (Schumach. & Thonn.) Daniell, Sapotaceae]. BMC Plant Biol 25, 1418 (2025). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12870-025-07320-0 Understanding floral biology and phenological variation patterns in plant species is crucial for hybridization and genetic improvement. In Synsepalum dulcificum […]
Mutant lines derived from Ethyl methanesulfonate treatment exhibit agronomic gain in Kersting’s groundnut [Macrotyloma geocarpum (Harms) Maréchal & Baudet]

Aboègnonhou C.O. Agossou, Sergio Vigninou, Dèdéou A. Tchokponhoué et al. Mutant lines derived from Ethyl methanesulfonate treatment exhibit agronomic gain in Kersting’s groundnut [Macrotyloma geocarpum (Harms) Maréchal & Baudet], 17 September 2025, PREPRINT (Version 1) available at Research Square https://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-7502817/v1 Macrotyloma geocarpum is a socio-economically important and nutrient-rich opportunity legume crop in which a broader genetic […]
Countrywide Corchorus olitorius L. core collection shows an adaptive potential for future climate in Benin

Tchokponhoue´ DA, N’Danikou S, Omondi E, Coffi S, Sossou BE, Houdegbe AC, Adje CAO, Fassinou Hotegni NV, Schranz ME, van Zonneveld M and Achigan-Dako EG (2025) Countrywide Corchorus olitorius L. core collection shows an adaptive potential for future climate in Benin. Front. Plant Sci. 16:1634672. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpls.2025.1634672 Introduction: Understanding the genome-wide variation pattern in crop germplasm […]
A fast and effective method to distinguish cultivated fonio species: conservation and evaluation perspectives

Causse, S., Kaczmarek, T., Dubois, C., Achigan-Dako, E. G., Adjebeng-Danquah, J., Agyare, R. Y., Akanvou, L., Bakasso, Y., Barry, M. B., Diop, B. M., Gueye, M. C., Ibrahim Bio Yerima, A. R., Oselebe, H. O., Saidou Idi, S., Uyoh, E. A., Vancoppenolle, S., Barnaud, A., Billot, C., Rami, J.-F. and Leclerc, C. (2025) “A fast […]
Challenges and opportunities in the okra (Abelmoschus spp.) seed system in Benin

Blalogoe JS, Ayenan MAT, Aglinglo LA, N’Danikou S, Schafleitner R and Achigan-Dako EG (2025) Challenges and opportunities in the okra (Abelmoschus spp.) seed system in Benin.Front. Sustain. Food Syst. 9:1614338. DOI :10.3389/fsufs.2025.1614338 Introduction: Well-functioning seed systems are essential for disseminating improved crop varieties and boosting agricultural production. Understanding their functioning is key to designing tailored […]
Combining ability and heterosis analysis for mineral content in the leafy vegetable Gynandropsis gynandra (L.) Briq.

Houdegbe AC, Achigan-Dako EG, Sogbohossou EOD, Odindo AO, Schranz ME, Sibiya J (2025) Combining ability and heterosis analysis for mineral content in the leafy vegetable Gynandropsis gynandra (L.) Briq. PLoS One 20(9): e0332095. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0332095 Spider plant (Gynandropsis gynandra) is a leafy vegetable rich in micronutrients, including minerals, vitamins, and secondary metabolites, making it a valuable opportunity crop […]
