**9. Conclusion**

Production of root vegetables should be popularized especially among rural, smallholder farmers who have limited land resources and agronomic inputs. Their short production cycles compared to other field crops and their high-value, lowvolume, high-yields should be promoted as added advantages. The general public needs to be well-informed about accessible and affordable sources of micronutrients and antioxidants which impacts highly on human health and wellbeing. More researches on integrated conservation techniques, promotional campaigns to enhance consumption and utilization as well as promotion and development of value chains are required for a better understanding of benefits inherent in nutrient-dense NRVs. Reviews such as this that provide insights into the great benefits of root vegetables grown in Nigeria including perspectives on agronomy, genetics and breeding, biotechnology, nutraceutics and socio-economics, would ultimately enhance their production and utilization for healthy lives.
