William A. Weber’s scientific contributions

... Wilczek), a diploid (2n=22) self-pollinating species of the Leguminosae family, originated in the Indo-Burma region (Vavilov, 1935). This vital legume, cultivated primarily in South-East Asia, serves as a protein-rich food for vegetarians, offering superior digestibility and a nutrient-dense profile with 22-28% protein, 59-65% carbohydrates, and abundant iron and folate (Keatinge, et al., 2011). ...

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Character Association Analysis of Yield and Yield-contributing Traits in Local Landraces and Released Varieties of Mungbean (Vigna radiata L. Wilczek) for Eastern Plain Zones of Uttar Pradesh