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A Study on the Many Health Benefits of Moringa Oleifera
This study looks into the health benefits of the various parts of Moringa oleifera, which include leaves, root, seeds and pod husks. Conclusion The conclusion is that Moringa oleifera “parts present lots of health benefits, including anticonvulsant, antioxidant (for cardiovascular diseases), antidiabetic, antinephrotixicity, anti gram-positive and gramnegative bacterial, antiulcer, antimutagenic, antiurilhiatic, antitumor, anti-inflamation and anti-hypertensive…
Production and Marketing Moringa Farm and Forestry
A Comprehensive Moringa Handbook A comprehensive Moringa handbook which covers many aspects of moringa from general knowledge to growing, production and marketing. AUTHOR: Ted Radovich
Moringa oleifera Seed Oil
A presentation by Dr Newton Amaglo of Ghana on the effectiveness of Moringa seed oil and how to grow moringa for oil production.
Moringa peregrine – Antimicrobial and Immunomodulatory Activities
A study of Moringa peregrine species. In this review, the natural distribution and the general features for Moringa peregrina were discussed and the antimicrobial and immunomodulatory activities of Moringa peregrine extract were described. Conclusion: “The consequences of this investigation suggest that Moringa peregrina can be used to discover antibacterial agent for developing new pharmaceuticals to…
Phytochemical Studies and Multipurpose Uses of Moringa Seeds
A study on the diversity of moringa seed oil and its suitability for many purposes including bio-fuel, cosmetics, perfume, medicine and industrial lubricant. Conclusions: “The Moringa seed oil is clear and odourless and remarkably the oil does not become rancid for several years after it is produced. Although Moringa oil is viable for use as…
Moringa oleifera Resource Management and Multiuse Life Tree
This study explores the properties and many uses of the different parts of Moringa oleifera, resulting in positive findings. Conclusion: “Environmental management as well as water and food supply are increasing challenges in the world. The protection of soil and water as vital natural resources as well as generation of biodiversity could certainly improve life…
Moringa Livestock Fodder Review
“Over recent years, underutilized crops and trees have captured the attention of plant scientists, nutritionists, and growers. Moringa oleifera is one of those plants that has been neglected for several years but now is being investigated for its fast growth, higher nutritional attributes, and utilization as a livestock fodder crop. It can be grown as…
How to Purify Water with Moringa Seeds
“In addition to food, shelter and clothing, water is one of our basic human needs and lack of potable water is a major cause of death and disease in our world. The purpose of this document is to provide information on household water treatment using seeds of the Moringa oleifera tree. Using natural materials to…
Ecocert Organic Standard
A 85 pages handbook on all you need to know about certification standards for organic food production, published by Ecocert.
The Moringa Tree Ebook by ECHO
This is one of the best go-to handbooks on moringa. It was first published in 1985 by ECHO, written by Dr Martin L Price. In this book you will learn about the uses of Moringa, the parts of the plant, cultivation, propagation, the various Moringa species, and more…
Development of Moringa at World Vegetable Centre
This study compares the properties of 4 different moringa species, which the World Vegetable Centre have grown since 2001. The species include M. oleifera, M. stenopetala, M. peregrina and M. drouhardii. Summary “After more than a decade, considerable progress in research and development for moringa has been achieved in the areas of germplasm collection and…
Moringa as a Business by Zindaba Ngwenyama
Presentation by Zindaba Ngwenyama, Zambia – 26/07/2018 In this article you will discover how moringa is a good business. Zindaba shares how he and his wife discovered moringa, and started a successful business with Moringa soap. At the same time, they were able to help vulnerable women and their families through soap making.
How to Run a Successful Direct Selling Moringa Business
Presentation by Amelia Ramphadi, Amimo Holdings Pty Ltd – 14/10/2018 In this article you will discover the simple basics on how run a Successful Moringa Multi Level Company. I hope you will learn and enjoy this presentation. Multi Level Marketing/ Direct selling business can be a good opportunity, provided the emphasis is placed on selling…
Branding Presentation by the Green House Organics
A presentation to AMH members by Sonja du Toit of The Green House in South Africa on 8 March 2020. Sonja begins with the basics of branding for your Moringa business – that it is one of the most important aspects of any business. “Your brand is your promise to your customer. It tells them…
WHO Guidelines on Good Manufacturing Practices for Herbal Medicines
Here are the guidelines set out by the World Health Organization for herbal medicines. Read it to stay compliant with international standards.
Anti-diabetic Properties of Moringa oleifera Leaf Tablets
The object of this study was to firstly formulate dried moringa leaf tablets and then to test the anti-diabetic property on a selected group of diabetic patients. The results found that Moringa leaves are a suitable source of green leafy vegetable to reduce the diabetic complications in diabetic patients.
Moringa oleifera, a Multi-purpose Tree
This booklet was published by produced by HDRA – the Organic Organisation – some years back, and if you want to learn the basics of moringa, this is a good book to start with. It describes the many uses of Moringa, along with how the various parts of the tree can be used. They include:…
Study – Pulp and Papermaking from Moringa oleifera Stems
This study assessed fibre characteristics of Moringa oleifera (Lam) stem for pulp and paper production. It was found that Moringa oleifera is suitable for pulp and paper production, with 5 year old Moringa oleifera being better suited than younger trees. CONCLUSION “From the results of this work, Moringa oleifera stem can be used for pulp…
Paper Making with Moringa oleifera
This investigation examines the fibre characteristics of Moringa oleifera to determine its suitability for pulp and paper manufacturing in Nigeria. CONCLUSION “The result of the investigation of fibre characteristics of the wood stem of moringa oleifera revealed that the species have a long fibre length for paper production. A distinct pattern of variation could be…
Water Purification and Antibacterial Efficacy of Moringa oleifera
Due to the lack of adequate clean water and sanitation in many developing countries, these researched conducted this study in search of a solution. Thus this study investigates the water purifying property of Moringa oleifera seed powder and determines the role of seed extracts against a few bacterial growths. Conclusion: “Taken together, the seed powder…
Moringa oleifera seeds in Water Purification
Promising results from this study of Moringa oliefera seeds for purifying water in the South Pacific
Effectiveness of Moringa oleifera seed as a Coagulant
This is a study to show the effectiveness of Moringa oleifera seed as a coagulant to purify water. The reason for this study was the high cost of treated water, which rural communities can’t afford, so they resort to low quality water exposing them to waterborne diseases. Moringa seeds are readily available in rural areas…
Wastewater Treatment Potential of Moringa stenopetala over Moringa olifera
This study compares Moringa oleifera and Moringa stenopetala seed powder for purifying water. Stenopetala was found to be more effective and would warrant more scientific research to be used in communities without safe water supply. Conclusion “For conclusion, using M. stenopetala as a natural coagulant has advantages to many countries of the developing world. It…
Moringa Pellets for Commercial Rabbits
This study was a feeding trial carried out over 70 days to determine the effect of dietary pellets of Moringa oleifera leaves on digestibly, weight gain and carcass trait of growing rabbits. CONCLUSION “The dried leaves of M. oleifera are adapted to the manufacture of pellets. This format is well appreciated by the growing rabbits….
Solar Food Drier
DIY Project. Here we have an efficient and highly cost-effective solar food dehydrator that you can make yourself. Use it to dry moringa leaves. “Nearly two decades of expert testing and experimentation have gone into producing these solar food dehydrator plans. The resulting food dryer isn’t just efficient and off-grid — it’s also highly cost-effective…
Effect of Spacing and Harvest Frequency on the Growth and Leaf Yield of Moringa by Dr Amaglo Newton
This paper is the result of a series of experiments which were performed to investigate spacing and harvest frequency effects on the growth, leaf yield and quality of Moringa oleifera Lam. It was performed by Dr Amaglo Newton (AHM Member) and this team at the Department of Horticulture of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science…
Exporting Moringa to Europe by CBI
Europe is a growing market for moringa products. In this article you will learn about what moringa products are permitted in Europe, as well as how to target the market in which countries.
Moringa Nutrient Charts by Strong Harvest International
Published by Strong Harvest International, these charts show you and analysis of vitamin, mineral, and amino acid content of Moringa pods, fresh (raw) leaves and dried leaf powder per 100 grams (3.5 oz.) of edible portion.
Organic Certification Standards
This article gives you necessary information about the different Organic Certification Standards. It will help you understand the different organic and fair trade certification standard and labels currently available. These include: Ecocert Soil Association Cosmebio Agriculture biologique BDIH Austria Bio Garantie Demeter Nature et Progrès Natrue USDA Organic Ecocert équitable Max Havelaar
Solar Drying
Solar drying has been found to be an effective way of drying moringa leaves. This article discusses the process of solar drying and looks at 3 different types of driers, which are cabinet driers, tent driers and solar tunnel driers.
Soluble Extract from Moringa oleifera Leaves with a New Anti Cancer Activity
This article discusses the possibility of including Moringa Leaf extract in cancer treatment.
The Role of Moringa oleifera to Attain the UN’s Sustainable Development Goal 2 Worldwide
“In Sustainable Development Goal 2, the UN has sought to abolish both hunger and malnutrition by ensuring the continuous supply of sufficient, wholesome food enabling people to shift towards adopting healthier, well-balanced diets. “In addition, it calls for the establishment of new ways to reduce current food wastage, farming in a manner which conserves biodiversity…
Extracts of Moringa oleifera Showing Inhibitory Activity against HIV-1
Description: This study explores the claims by herbalists in Africa of the medicinal value of Moringa oleifera for the treatment and management of HIV/AIDS. It was said by these traditional herbalists that Moringa had improved the quality of life and reversed the progression of the disease. The Conclusion: “In this study, M. oleifera Lam. leaf…
The Potential of Some Moringa Species for Seed Oil Production
Over the last decade there has been increased interest in Moringa seed oil from Moringa oleifera for its potential for food and industrial purposes. However little research has been done on the oil potential from other Moringa species, which is the purpose of this study. The other species covered in this study are M. peregrina,…
A New Water Treatment System Using Moringa oleifera Seed
“The ultimate goal of this work is to evaluate the effectiveness of Moringa seed powder as a coagulant using a lowcost water treatment for semi-urban and rural dwellers in Bauchi State, Nigeria.” CONCLUSION: “Application of plant coagulants such as Moringa oleifera is highly recommended for domestic water purification in Nigeria, where people are used to…
Quality Management of Moringa oleifera for the Food Industry in Europe
“Moringa oleifera Lam. is a remarkably fast growing tree and highly valued plant due to its exceptional nutritional content. It grows in many tropical and subtropical regions… (and) can be grown under harsh conditions in hot, humid, and dry tropical and subtropical regions. The tree can produce substantial nutritional quality even under marginal conditions. “The…
The Role of Moringa as a Nutrient Rich Food for World Poverty and Malnutrition
“We live in a world where poverty and malnutrition are major problems in many countries. Poverty is a major cause of malnutrition. This overview reviews the role of moringa as a nutrient dense food and collaboration between the International Society for Horticultural Science (ISHS), the Global Horticulture Initiative (GHI) and the World Vegetable Center in…
Production and Processing of Moringa by Irénée Modeste Bidima
This is an easy-to-follow guide on Moringa oleifera with illustrations. You will learn how to: Grow moringa from seeds and cuttings; Cultivate and maintain moringa; Control pests and disease; Harvest moringa; Process the various parts of the moringa plant – leaves, seeds, flowers, stems, bark, etc. Market moringa; Cook with moringa (recipes).
Exportation of organic products to Europe
“Exporting certified organic products to Europe is an important issue for African food supplements producers, because most of their competitors in this market sell organic products (spirulina, wheat grass, noni juice). The text below is a summary from a FAO document entitled “World Markets for Organic Fruit and Vegetables – Opportunities for Developing Countries in…
The Potential of Moringa in Climate Change (Research Paper)
“Moringa oleifera Lam. is a multipurpose plant that is being promoted as a sustainable source of bioactive phytochemicals and nutrients to reduce human and animal malnutrition. The plant offers new opportunities to small scale farmers, contributes to the production of raw materials for industries and can serve as nutritious food. “The aim of this review…
How to Grow and Process Moringa Leaves by Moringanews – Moringa Accosication of Ghana
This is one of the first comprehensive manuals for growing, processing, using and packaging moringa leaves. It is a good place to start…
Ginger And Moringa: The Most Powerful Disease Killing Combination
Learn about the many health benefits of moringa leaf and ginger tea, and learn how to make it.
How to Produce Moringa Leaves Efficiently presented by Dr Newton Amaglo
With the increasing demand for Moringa leaf products, Dr Newton discusses how how to produce moringa leaves effectively. He covers the following topics: Climate and soil requirements; Choosing a variety; Field preparation and planting methods; High Density Cropping; Intercropping; The use of stem cuttings; Fertilizer and Irrigating; Weeds, diseases and pests control; Harvesting. CONCLUSION: “Moringa…
The Moringa Tree – Presentation by “Trees for Life Journal”
Learn about Moringa in this presentation which is easy to understand and well illustrated. A good introduction to moringa.
Moringa Helping Hand Ebook
This ebook has been published by Africa Moringa Hub NGO. “In this book you will find a compilation of articles written by members of the NGO AMH across the continent. Its transversal reading allows you to stroll through the universe and the growing moringa industry in Africa, continent mother of humanity. Specifically, you will learn…