“Orphan Crops”: What They Are, Why They Matter and What’s Being Done - RTB-CGIAR

“Orphan Crops”: What They Are, Why They Matter and What’s Being Done - RTB-CGIAR: "Orphan crops are those that aren’t traded internationally, and therefore tend to get less attention in terms of research of agricultural training and extension, such as cassava. They’re typically grown in Africa, Asia, and/or South America and eaten as part of local diets. Because they get less research attention, the breeding technology for orphan crops is lagging way behind modern technology. That means that the seeds farmers plant are less likely to be resilient to drought, flooding, or extreme temperatures; lower in productivity; and more vulnerable to pests and disease."



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