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African Leafy Vegetables (ALVs) Value Chain

African Leafy Vegetables (ALVs) such as amaranth, black nightshade, spider plant, cowpea leaves, African kale, and jute mallow are nutritious, climate-resilient, and high-demand crops that provide income, food security, and health benefits. This value chain approach explores the various stages in ALV production, processing, and marketing, highlighting investment opportunities and challenges.