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Arsenic Contamination in Groundwater of the Majha Belt of Punjab, India, and its Probable Carcinogenic and Non-Carcinogenic Health Hazards
Abstract: Arsenic is widespread in India. Majha belt of Punjab State, comprising districts of Amritsar, Gurdaspur and Tarn Taran, is reported facing a crisis situation due to high levels of arsenic in its groundwater. ICAR (Indian Council of Agricultural Research) has reported arsenic beyond safe limit in 13 districts of Punjab. Sample analysis was done using standard protocol in the sophisticated laboratory of DWSS (Department of Water Supply and Sanitation) in …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 106–132 Read article
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A Review on Junk DNA
Abstract: For many years, although being incredibly catchy, the term junk DNA discouraged mainstream scientists from exploring noncoding genetic material. Among humans, the DNA that actually codes for protein synthesis is 2% only. Hence, the noncoding region of genome is then termed Junk DNA. The junk DNA component is drastically different. Hence at the time of investigating the role of satellite DNA for the fertility and survival in pure species, the …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 6–9 Read article
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Study of Different Sensors Used in Composting
Abstract: AbstractDifferent types of sensors can be used nowadays in composting. Compost is an organic matter that has been decomposed and recycled as a fertilizer and soil amendment. It is an ingredient in organic farming. So, sensors such as temperature, E-Nose, moisture, pile etc are used to monitor and assist composting process.Keywords: Compost, E-Nose, Adour, grasscycling, soil sensorCite this ArticlePal N, Nair S. Study of Different Sensors Used in Composting. Research …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–3 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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Farmer’s Perception Towards Mobile-SMS Alert Services
Abstract: AbstractInformation and Communication Technologies (ICTs) have transformed the way information is produced, processed and shared across different stakeholders in the agriculture production systems. Of all the ICTs, mobile telephony has emerged as “the technology of choice for the masses”. The gradual and regulated expansion of telecommunication infrastructure and attendant government policies has enabled the penetration of mobile telephony across the entire social spectrum in the country. A number of innovative …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 14–23 Read article
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Importance of Compost Quality Towards Effective Organic Soil Management: A Case Study under FAO-CFC-TBI Project at Maud Tea Estate, Assam, India
Abstract: AbstractIn today’s agriculture, there has been a growing conviction that organic soil amendment is the best option available to restore and enhance soil potential towards restricting the continuous decline of productivity. The present study under FAO-CFC-TBI project at Maud Tea Estate was aimed to evaluate the role of compost quality towards effective soil management. On-farm compost was produced under biodynamic, vermi, indigenous and Novcom composting method using similar raw materials …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 16–26 Read article
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Conservation Agriculture Benefits in South Asia: A Management of Tillage, Residue Retention and Crop Rotation
Abstract: AbstractConservation Agriculture (CA) a suit of agriculture technologies based on minimal soil disturbance, permanent organic soil cover, diversified crop rotation and integrated weed management offers a paradigms shift in crop production to sustain yields and have constructive environment friendly foot print. Under agricultural practices, soil involves mechanical disturbance are reduced to minimum or avoided, and external inputs such as organic and inorganic fertilizers, and others agrochemicals are applied optimal and …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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Regression Analysis of the Effect of Different N Doses in Calendula officinalis L.
Abstract: AbstractThe present study was conducted to investigate the effects of different nitrogen doses (0, 3, 6, 9 ve 12 kg/da) on flower yield and some yield parameters of pot marigold (Calendula officinalis L.) plants in 2015 under ecological conditions of Samsun province of Turkey. The first flower harvest was performed on 10th of July and 24 harvests were performed throughout the experiments. The greatest fresh and dry flower yields were …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 15–19 Read article
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Soil Carbon Stock Under Different Land Uses of Southern Agroclimatic Zone of Tamil Nadu, India
Abstract: AbstractSoil organic carbon (SOC) has long been identified as a factor that is important to soil fertility as well as to the environment because of huge carbon sequestration potential of soils. Estimating C pools under existing land uses provides baseline data to project C sequestration over time. The present study was undertaken to estimate the SOC stock in dominant soil series under different land uses of Southern Agroclimatic zone of …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Compost of Rice Husk the Soil Additive
Abstract: Rice husk (RH) is the waste from rice mill. RH has maximal use as fertilizer additive. Chemical feed from RH digested sap at soil increases chlorophyll content and reduces infections of vegetable plants. Balanced rejection of soil nutrients at requisite water containment subjected after optimal proportion of husk compost, cattle dung and inorganic manures. Water and compound rejection rates at different stages of plant growth produces proper growth of plant …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 27–32 Read article
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Leaf Analysis in Citrus: Recent Development
Abstract: This article encompasses nutrient diagnosis through leaf analysis and leaf nutrient composition. The corresponding leaf nutrient values expressed in % were: N (2.23–2.49), P (0.10–0.11), K (1.86–2.12), Ca (2.12–2.32), Mg (0.28–0.38), and in ppm Fe (148.2–179.8), Mn (72.2–84.8), Cu (10.4–18.6), and Zn (24.2–38.8) representing eight states viz., West Bengal, Sikkim, Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, Mizoram, Arunachal Pradesh, and Manipur. Nutrient constraints in the form of nitrogen, phosphorus, calcium, magnesium, copper and …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 35–43 Read article
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Farming System Characterization: The Case of Gurage, Siltie Zones and Yem Special District, SNNPRs, Ethiopia
Abstract: This study was conducted to characterize and analyze existing farming system and identify the production constraints of Gurage, Siltie and Yem special district. Mixed farming is the main economic activity and bases of farmers’ livelihood in the study areas. For fruitful research and development intervention, characterize the existing farming system is vital to understand the actual condition. Around 275 sample households were selected using multi-stage sampling techniques. The collected data …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 25–47 Read article
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Cluster Based Large Scale Demonstration of Improved Maize Technologies at Gurage Zone and Yem-Special District, Southern Ethiopia
Abstract: MaizeisastaplefoodforfarmersintheGurageZoneandYemSpecialDistrict.Acluster-basedlarge-scaledemonstrationofimprovedmaize(BH661)wasconductedduringthe2021main cropping season intheChahaandYemDistrictsoftheGuragezoneinsouthernEthiopiatofurtherdemonstratetheimprovedmaizetechnology.Themainpurposewastodemonstrateona wider scale.PotentialkebeleswereselectedfromeachDistrictbasedoncroptechnologygaps.Therefore,85farmerswereselectedfromtwodistrictscoveringanareaof21hectares.Beforeconductingthedemonstration,thefarmerwasorganizedintoaFarmerResearchGroupand119participants(85farmersand34otherstakeholders)weretrained. ImprovedseedswereprovidedbytheWorabeAgriculturalResearchCenter,and fertilizers andpesticideswereprovidedbyfarmers.Theseedingratewassetat25kgha-1,therowspacingat80cm,theplantingintervalat40cm,andthefertilizerapplicationrateatNPSat100kgha-1andUREAat100kgha-1.Manualweedingandothermanagement practicesweredoneasneeded. Awareness creation, grain yields, and farmers'perceptionswereanalyzedusingmean,percentages, and standard deviations.Asaresult,themean grainyieldinChahaandYem-Special Districts was 6,400kgha1and6,034kgha1respectively.Todemonstratetheperformanceofthemaizedemonstrated,fielddayswereheldineachdistrictwiththeparticipationofvariousinterestgroupstoexchangeexperiences.Basedonthefeedback,demandforthistechnologywascreatedbyparticipatingfarmersandstakeholders.Therefore, the study areas’ advisorysystemsareencouragedtomakeanimprovedmaizevariety(BH661),alongwithrecommendedtechniquesandpractices,availabletothewidercommunity.
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 35–40 Read article
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Uses Patterns of Pesticides by Rice Cultivators in Murshidabad District of West Bengal with Special Emphasis on Khargram, Nabagram and Sagardighi Community Development Blocks
Abstract: Background: Agriculture is the main occupation of Murshidabad. Varieties of crops, like paddy (Aus, Aman, and Boro), jute, wheat, mustard, potato, sugarcane, pulses, and different types of vegetables are produced in considerable amounts throughout the year in the district. Resource-poor farmers use pesticides as advised by the shopkeeper, who has little or no knowledge of pesticides. The indiscriminate use of pesticides causes great risks to the environment and our health. …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Review of Breeding for Ascochyta Blight [Phoma exigua var. diversispora (Bubak) Boerema] Resistance in Common Bean
Abstract: AbstractBean ascochyta blight, caused by Phoma exigua var. diversispora, is an important disease of the common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) throughout Rwanda. It is known to cause total crop losses, especially under humid conditions and low soil fertility. This review focuses on the taxonomy and agronomy of the common bean. It discusses the origin and diversity of beans, and highlights the production constraints. The review dwells on studies on genetic …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 38–53 Read article
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Effect of Intercropping Cereal with Legume on Yield Advantages, Weed and Diseases Controlling and Resource Use Efficiency: A Review
Abstract: AbstractNowadays in Ethiopia, food production for a rapidly growing population is difficult due to a shortage of farm land. In addition there is a deterioration of the quality of farm land in terms of soil fertility and soil quality and high intensity of insect pests and diseases in the farm land. So to solve the above problems, intercropping of cereals with legumes crops could increase total grain production and reduce …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 8–15 Read article
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Effective Utilization of Rainfed Lowland in Eastern India
Abstract: AbstractAgriculture water management deals with the administration of a key input to agricultural production and offers to hope that land and water use will be intensified for sustainable agriculture. Scarcity of water resources and growing of competition for water, many sectors reduce its availability for irrigation. Effective management of water for crop production in water scarce area requires efficient approaches for increasing crop productivity and drought tolerance by genetic improvement …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 25–34 Read article
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Evaluation of Compost Quality under Novcom Composting Method Using Wheat Flour Mill Waste as Raw Material
Abstract: AbstractDevelopment of soil quality is pre-requisite for sustenance of crop yield. And to bring about the necessary changes, reduction of synthetic fertilizers and higher emphasis on organic soil management is essential. However, meeting the objective on wider scale is an uphill task considering that the present biodegradation methods offer limited choice of raw materials that can be used for compost production. A study was taken up to evaluate the end …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Sexed Semen: A Boon for Indian Dairy Farming
Abstract: The sexed semen technology is a breakthrough technology for sorting of X and Y bearing chromosome to produce progeny of a desired sex with 80–90% accuracy. Among several methods of sorting X and Y bearing semen, flow cytometry is the best method, as it doesn’t changes more sperm morphology. The sexed semen technology has several advantages like production of more female calves and more milk, lowered risk of dystocia, increased …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Dairy Science and Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 10–16 Read article
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Study of Agro-Waste Management by Farmers in the State of Maharashtra
Abstract: India ranks second in the world in farm produce. Indian economy depends substantially in Agriculture, thus indicating the importance of Farmers and Agriculture. Nearly 58 percent of the rural population in India depends on Agriculture as a primary source of living. India is the second largest producer of fruits in the world and the largest producer, consumer and exporter of spice and spice products. But after the production, there might …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 24–29 Read article