IITA Research Guide 49
Introduction and diffusion of cassava in Africa
 

 
Questions

 1

  Who first brought cassava to Africa?

2

  In what form was cassava first brought to Africa?

3

  What was the initial purpose of cultivating cassava in Africa?

4

  What characteristics of cassava facilitated its spread in Africa?

5

  Who promoted the adoption of cassava in Central Africa?

6

  Who disseminated cassava to the inland areas of pre-colonial Congo?

7

  What routes accounted for the spread of cassava?

8

  What are the reasons for adoption of cassava in humid forest agriculture?

9

  What was probably the main means of diffusion of cassava across water sheds?

10

  Why was the diffusion of cassava in West Africa universally slow?

11

  To what effect are cassava production and diffusion attributed in Nigeria and Benin?

12

  Who created a local demand for cassava?

13

  Who most likely introduced 'gari'?

14

  At what stations was cassava possibly introduced in East Africa?

15

  What circumstances prevented the diffusion of cassava in East Africa?

16

  What was the role of colonial governments in the diffusion of cassava?

17

  What factors contributed to the success of cassava in Africa?

 

  Objectives, Study materials, Practicals
  Questions
   
  1 Initial introduction
  2 Central Africa
  3 West Africa
  4 East Africa
  5 Colonial and post-independence diffusion
  6 Conclusion and discussion
  7 Bibliography
  8 Suggestions for trainers
     
  Credits

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