Examining the physicochemical, functional and rheological properties in flours of farmers’ 7 key yam (Dioscorea spp.) varieties in Ghana to enhance yam production

Yam (Dioscorea spp.) is an important tuber crop in Ghana with high industrial potential. However the suitability of some yam varieties for diverse culinary and industrial purposes have not been widely studied to inform in their production. This study determined the physicochemical, functional and pa...

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Main Authors: C. Tortoe, S. Dowuona, P.T. Akonor, N.T. Dziedzoave
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2017-01-01
Series:Cogent Food & Agriculture
Subjects:
yam
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/23311932.2017.1371564