2 publications

• Published Subscription 14 Sep 2021

  Low Storage Time of Cassava (Manihot esculenta) in Northern Peru: A qualitative approach

  By Edwin Fernando, López-Aranda BG, Vasquez A.

  Abstract: Introduction: Manihot esculenta (Cassava, Mandioca or Yuca) is a starchy staple source of nutrients around the globe. In Peru the produce can be harvested in the Coast, Highlands and Jungle regions of the Country. Relative fast deterioration of the harbested root has been observed for many decades now. Materials and Methods: A qualitative approach was designed to investigate perishability of the produce after harbest through open interviews directed to Cassava …

  Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 12–15 Read article →

• Published Subscription 14 Sep 2020

  Fusarium sp. in Capsicum pubescens (Rocoto): Redefining Host-Pathogen Interaction

  By López-Aranda BG, Vásquez EF

  Abstract: Rocoto (Capsicum pubescens) is one of the most consumed pepper produce regionally and around the world. In Peruvian cuisine heritage Rocoto is highly appreciated for its flavor and pungency, its domestication and distribution in the Americas dates back to pre-Hispanic societies. Here, a new Fusarium specie is reported as having a putative positive effect on the germination of Capsicum pubescens seeds, similar Fusarium sp. in Capsicum pubescens (Rocoto): Redefining Host-Pathogen …

  Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 18–22 Read article →