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246 articles for “Pest”
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Design and Fabrication of Automated Rice Huller
Abstract: This paper describes the detailed procedure for design and fabrication of rice huller machine. A rice huller or rice husker is an agricultural machine used to automate the process of removing the chaff (the outer husks) of grains of rice. Throughout history, there have been numerous techniques to hull rice. Traditionally, it would be pounded using some form of mortar and pestle. An early simple machine to do this is …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 34–38 Read article
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Removal of 2,4-diclorofenoxyacetic Acid (2, 4–D) with Carbonized Peanut Shell
Abstract: Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Removal of 2,4-diclorofenoxyacetic acid (2, 4–D) has been studied using carbonized peanut shell (CPS). The effects of experimental parameters such as the initial pesticide concentration, contact time and temperature were evaluated. The concentrations of solutions of 2,4-D used were 0.4 and 0.6 mg/L and the temperatures were 25, 35, 45 and 55 °C. Some adsorption isotherms such as the Langmuir and …
Published in Journal of Modern Chemistry & Chemical Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2012 · pp. 28–34 Read article
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HPTLC: An Important Tool for Estimation of Phytoconstituents
Abstract: AbstractHPTLC (High-performance thin layer chromatography) technique is widely employed in pharmaceutical industry for the process development, identification and estimation of adulterants in herbal formulations and helps in estimation and identification of pesticide content, mycotoxins and in quality control of nutraceuticals. For the herbal extracts and especially for the botanical drugs, the issue of stability is of exceptional importance. Standardization is required for the development of an accurate biological activity and …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 28–33 Read article
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Reduction of Heavy Metal by Biosorption
Abstract: Microorganisms can be used for treatment of metal and metalloid containing water streams in way to sequester the targeted species. The pollutants of concern include lead, chromium, mercury, uranium, selenium, zinc, arsenic, cadmium, gold, silver, copper and nickel. These toxic materials may be derived from mining operations, refining ores, sludge disposal, the processing of radioactive materials, metal plating, or the manufacture of electrical equipment, paints, alloys, batteries, pesticides or preservatives. …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2012 · pp. 20–24 Read article
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Effect of Synthetic and Botanical Insecticides and Seed Germination, Mitotic Index of Pisum sativum and Zea mays
Abstract: The seed germination trials have relevance in selection plants for their prospective use in phyto remediation. The effect of synthetic pesticide monocrotophos and botanical insecticide azadirachtin on the seed germination of green pea and maize has been investigated in the present study. The germination of seeds was evaluated in the room temperature using petriplates with both the insecticides at the concentrations 100, 200 and 400 ppm, while distilled water is …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2011 · pp. 77–86 Read article
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Chaetomium sp.: The Untapped Natural Resource
Abstract: Nowadays constraints on plant disease control practices especially those on the use of pesticides, biological control is increasingly occupying the minds of scientists all over the world as they are eco-friendly and cost effective. However, a number of key fungicides have been withdrawn from the market because of environment pollution, health hazards, phytotoxicity, development of resistance by the pathogens and also due to exorbitant cost of such chemical. Research and …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 4–10 Read article
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Occupational Hepatocellular carcinoma : A review
Abstract: Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths. The relationship between occupation and liver cancer has not been extensively studied however. Approximately 80% of HCC patients have had an established history of chronic liver disease and infection with hepatitis B virus (HBV) and hepatitis C virus (HCV). Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), obesity, diabetes and smoking also increase the risk of HCC development significantly. Currently, only vinyl chloride monomer …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2011 · pp. 98–106 Read article
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Wet Processing of Textiles: Health and Environment
Abstract: Though the Indian textile industry has its importance in the national economy, but at the same time it is responsible for disastrous environmental impacts. These impacts start with the use of pesticides during the cultivation of plants, from which natural fibers are obtained and with the erosion caused by sheep farming or with the emissions during the production of synthetic fibers. From that moment, a number of processes are applied …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 0, Issue 0, 2012 · pp. 79–86 Read article
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Seasonal assessment of creeks' water quality located near Ankleshwar region of Gujarat, India, through water quality index
Abstract: The world is nowadays facing serious problem of pollution due to the rapid industrialization, urbanization and improper use of pesticides in agriculture. As far as India is concerned, it is one of the developing nations which has highest industrial and urbanization growth rate due to which few states of the India are critically polluted. In Gujarat state, Ankleshwar is one of them, which houses around 3000 small, medium and large …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 31–53 Read article
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Farming Based Waste water Behavior Treated
Abstract: This treating wastewater system consists of built ponds that use the phytoremediation technique to clean wastewater. The water generated is of suitable quality for agriculture and water use. This results in higher crop yields, higher earnings, better livelihoods, and safe techniques that produce fresh, nontoxic grains and vegetables. Human impacts including home and agricultural waste, along with factories, have contaminated many water resources. Filtration and ozonation were once common wastewater …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 16–20 Read article
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Review article: Common Sources of Groundwater Depletion
Abstract: The information about the effects of ozone depletion on people was examined and collated as part of a review paper from a variety of articles that were published in reputable international journals, annual/environmental reports from reputable organizations and e-books. There is discussion of the elements affecting water contamination. Water pollution is the largest problem the world is now facing. Pure water is getting harder to find every day because to …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 14–18 Read article
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A Critical Evaluation of Mercury Contamination in Groundwater of Punjab
Abstract: Groundwater in Punjab State has been over-exploited for irrigation purposes during the last few decades. As a consequence, it has been contaminated with heavy metals including Mercury, which is highly toxic for human health. The permissible limit for Mercury in groundwater is 0.001 mg/L (1ppb). Mercury concentration in groundwater has been estimated using Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS) which is calibrated using a standard protocol. Ferozepur district in Punjab …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Study of Farming Techniques
Abstract: AbstractOver the last few decades farming has become an unviable activity. Indian farmers are increasingly finding themselves in a vicious cycle of debt, because of the high production costs, high interest rates for credit, the volatile market prices of crops, the rising costs of seeds, fertilizers and pesticides, etc. This paper looks into different farming techniques such as chemical farming, organic farming and natural farming.Keywords: Zero budget natural farming (ZBNF), …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 4–8 Read article
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Bio-efficacy Study of Lambda-cyhalothrin EW Formulation against Cnaphalocrocis medinalis on Rice: A Safer and Effective Approach
Abstract: AbstractA field trial was conducted to evaluate Lambda-cyhalothrin new formulation emulsion-in-water (EW), which indicated that Lambda-cyhalothrin applied at 15 g a.i. ha−1 was more effective against rice leaf folder (Cnaphalocrocis medinalis) as compared to the standard checks. In terms of cumulative reduction of pest incidence, Lambda-cyhalothrin treatments were found to be superior to the standard checks. Lambda-cyhalothrin 11.4% EW was identified as a superior formulation with respect to environmental hazards. …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 9–14 Read article
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Economics of Vegetable Seed Production in Arghakhanchi, Nepal
Abstract: Vegetable seed sector, though emerging both in area and production, knowledge regarding profitability and resource productivity is not clear among the seed producers. In this context, a study to estimate the economics of vegetable seed production was conducted in Arghakhanchi district of Nepal. Cost and return analysis showed that the average cost of production per Kg for bean, cowpea and pea seed was NRs. 145.78, NRs. 153.1 and NRs. 135.79 …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Seed Production in Cowpea: An Economic Viability Study
Abstract: The present study is focused on the viability of cowpea seed production in Palakkad district of Kerala. Registered seed farmers in VFPCK were selected purposively for the study. The average cost of cultivation for cowpea seed production for Vellayani Jyothika variety was high compared to Anaswara variety. Benefit Cost ratio was highest for Vellayani Jyothika variety (2.58) compared to Anaswara. Cobb-Douglas production function revealed that the labour contributed significantly towards …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 34–38 Read article
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Efficiency of Garamycin for the Control of Bacterial Disease: Flacherrie in the Larval Instars of Silkworm, Bombyx mori (L) (Race: Double Hybrid)
Abstract: Flacherrie, the bacterial disease is the most significant parameter associated with the loss of silk yield. The loss of appetite; discharge watery feces and vomiting are the common symptoms of infection of bacteria to the larval instars of silkworm, Bombyx mori (L). The present attempt is dealing with utilization of antibiotic compound for the control of bacterial disease: flacherrie in the larval instars of silkworm, Bombyx mori (L) (Race: Bivoltine …
Published in Journal of Modern Chemistry & Chemical Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–16 Read article
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Disease Resistant Plants: a Review
Abstract: Modern agriculture provides sufficient nutrients to feed the world’s growing population, which is expected to increase from 7.3 billion in 2015 to at least 9.8 billion by 2050. The disease-resistant plants were made to reduce crop loss caused by diseases. Disease-resistant plants offer an effective, safe, and also an inexpensive method to control many diseases. Most of the commercial varieties of crops are resistant to several pathogens. Resistant or immune …
Published in OmniScience: A Multi-disciplinary Journal · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Farmers’ Awareness of Bean Ascochyta Blight and Evaluation of Constraints of Bean Production in Rwanda.
Abstract: The awareness and perceptions of ascochyta blight by farmers is an important factor that affects the type of bean genotype adopted. Although farmers in Rwanda prefer large-seeded bean genotypes both for consumption and for market, these genotypes are susceptible to ascochyta blight. It was observed that farmers are abandoning large-seeded bean genotypes in preference for smaller seeded genotypes which seem to be more resistant. Therefore, the objective of this study …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 16–29 Read article
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Fluorine Adsorbents in Water. A Compilation
Abstract: Fluorine constitutes 0.08% of the earth crust. This chemical element is found in the air, soil, rock, and water. Fluoride finds industrial application in the production of ceramics, pesticides, aerosol propellants, and refrigerants. Within the field of medicine, fluorides have been employed for several decades in the prevention of dental cavities. Scientific evidence affirms that fluoride is often harmful to health. Water is a very important vector of fluoride, which …
Published in Journal of Modern Chemistry & Chemical Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–7 Read article