Nutrient content of Prosopis africana seeds

The proximate and mineral compositions of Prosopis africana seeds used in t he preparation of a local condiment in Nigeria and as animal feed were inve stigated. The proximate analysis showed that protein, ash and fiber values were comparable to Parkia africana seeds. However, the crude lipid content was lower than Parkia filicoidea seeds and decorticated groundnut. Phosphor us, potassium and calcium were the major mineral elements of the seeds, the reby suggesting that they could contribute partially to the overall daily i ntake of these elements.