Answer: Nigeria
Notes: A study highlights that indigenous farming traditions have preserved cassava’s genetic diversity for thousands of years. Cassava, also known as Yuca or Manioc, is a root vegetable grown through stem cuttings. It is a tall semi-woody perennial shrub native to South America, later introduced to Africa and Asia by Portuguese sailors. Nigeria is the world’s largest producer of cassava. It is rich in energy and vitamins, offering several health benefits. Under India’s National Policy on Biofuels (2018), cassava is recognized as a raw material for ethanol production.
