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391 articles for “fruit”
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Qualitative and Quantitative Yield in the Radish Crop Through the Utilization of rhizobacteria, Pseudomonas trivialis (L) and Earthworm, Eudrilus eugenae (L).
Abstract: The specific density of earthworm in soil and the microorganisms in soil are correlated with each other. The fruitful interactions among soil microorganisms and the earthworms in soil serve to orchestrate the process of improvement in the crop yield. The Pseudomonas trivialis (L) is a deleterious rhizobacterial species. This rhizobacterial species is recognized for the production of Indole Acetic Acid (IAA) (the plant growth promoting hormone). The present attempt deals …
Published in Journal of Modern Chemistry & Chemical Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 17–33 Read article
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Canker-induced Shifts in Microbial Diversity for Antagonist Mediated Disease Management: A Mini-review
Abstract: Citrus canker is a major bacterial disease caused by Xanthomonas axonopodis subsp. citri in acid group of citrus fruits, causing host plant microbiome to undergo structural-to-functional changes in rhizosphere, endosphere and phyllosphere. The paucity of research breakthroughs on these lines makes such elusive and equally complex issue, still clueless to researchers, unless a renewed thought is given to shift our focus from microbe specific function to plant microbiome in response …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 20–27 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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A Review on Citrullus lanatus
Abstract: Citrullus lanatus is an herbaceous climbing plant and belongs to Cucurbitaceae family. It is commonly known as watermelon. It is grown in a variety of temperatures around the world. Economically it is growing very well in the word. The fruit is high in the antioxidants, lycopene and carotenoids. It helps to neutralise free radicals in our body. Watermelon seeds are high in vitamins B, protein, minerals and phytochemicals, among other …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 12–15 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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Thottea sasidharaiana Robi (Aristolochiaceae): A Rare and Little Known Endemic Plant from Ambayathode Forests of Kottiyoor Wild Life Sanctuary, Kannur, Western Ghats, Kerala, India
Abstract: AbstractThottea sasidharaiana Robi, a newly described rare and little known endemic plant belonging to the family Aristolochiaceae is reported only from the type locality of Malabar Wild Life Sanctuary, Kakkayam, Kozhikode, Kerala. Present collection from Ambayathode forest, Kottiyoor Wild Life Sanctuary (Western Ghats), Kannur district of Kerala state is another locality from where it is reported after type collection. This species is phenotypically close to the Indian species Thotteadinghoui, but …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 17–19 Read article
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Dietary Practices and Nutritional Awareness among Pregnant Women Living in Semi-urban City of Erode District, Tamilnadu, India
Abstract: Background: Nutritional intake in pregnancy is vital to supply essential nutrients for fetal growth and development. Objectives: (1) To assess existing dietary practices in pregnant women; (2) To measure the level of nutritional awareness in pregnant women; (3) To associate the level of nutritional awareness with their selected demographic characteristics. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on pregnant mothers who visited the antenatal clinic of a private hospital in the …
Published in OmniScience: A Multi-disciplinary Journal · Vol. 12, Issue 03, 2022 · pp. 7–12 Read article
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Ethanomedicinal Survey in the Paliyar Hamlet of Sathuragiri Hills in Virudhunagar District, Tamil Nadu State, India
Abstract: An ethanobotanical survey was conducted among the peoples of Paliyar tribals, Sathuragiri hills of Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu state has brought to a number of 83 plant species from 37 families used by them as a variety of medicines. The parts of the plants such as leaves, stem, fruits, bark, resin, root and seeds were generally used individually or combination with some medicinally important species. The present manuscript investigates with …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Commercial Pig Farming: A Profitable Business
Abstract: Pig farming is one of the worthwhile livestock businesses and most of the people find fruitful results in commercial pig raising business. Commercial pig farming is advantageous because pigs are prolific breeders and litter size is 10–14. In our country most of the pig farmers are raising low productive small-sized pigs. As a result they are not getting desired production. For commercial pig farming, highly productive pig breeds should be …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Dairy Science and Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Tagatose: A Low Calorie Multifunctional Sweetener
Abstract: A sugar called tagatose is one of the next things that will be appearing on the horizon for products labelled under the pseudo-hygienic appellations of “light”, “lite”, “low calorie”, “sugar free”, “sugarless”, “low fat”, “low sodium”, etc. The only true hygienic starting point, in this day and age of universal deceit, if we want good foods that are optimum for our health, is: “Start with fruit, grains, nuts, and vegetables …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Dairy Science and Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 29–35 Read article
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Comparison of Reproductive Biology, Pollinator Resource, Reproductive Success and Natural Recruitment of Three Mangrove Species in Gulf of Kachchh, Gujarat, India
Abstract: AbstractPollination ecology of mangroves has been explored at very few habitats. In India, this field is in its early stage. The present work has compared reproductive phenology, pollinator resources and status of natural recruitment (which is reflection of health of any population) of three mangrove species, i.e., Aegiceras corniculatum, Ceriops tagal and Rhizophora mucronata in the Marine National Park and Sanctuary, Gulf of Kachchh, Jamnagar, Gujarat, India. For each mangrove …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 19–32 Read article
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Extended Distribution of Passiflora alata Curtis (Passifloraceae) in India
Abstract: AbstractA Brazil species Passiflora alata Curtis (Passifloraceae), an evergreen vine and a native of Peru, is cultivated for its fresh fruit and juice markets on commercial scale. So far it is known to occur only in Gudalur taluk of Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu and Marathwada in Aurangabad in India. Occurrences in Yercaud Hills in the Salem district of Eastern Ghats of Tamil Nadu form an additional/extended distribution in India.Keywords: Passiflora alata, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 13–15 Read article
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Plant Diversity Studies in the Rural Homegardens of Honnavar Taluk of Uttara Kannada District, Karnataka, India
Abstract: AbstractHomegardens in the villages of Honnavar taluk is an integrated production system and a stable ecosystem that maintains the diversity of life as well as biological wealth. Honnavar is one of the Coastal Taluks of Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka state. The present study was carried out in 10 villages of Honnavar taluk namely Karki, Haladipur, Mannige, Allanki, Kavalakki, Idagunji, Navilgon, Kelaginoor, Manki and Kadatoka. Of the total 58 homegardens …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 5–18 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
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Maillard Browning: Pros and Cons in Dairy and Food Industries
Abstract: The Maillard reaction, also known as non-enzymatic browning reaction between reducing sugars and amino groups. This reaction is responsible for the formation of several compounds, called MRP (Maillard Reaction Products) for food products. The Maillard reaction produces undesirable effects during the processing and storage of different liquid foods such as milk or fruit juices whereas for other solid foods the changes are favorable (in the case of bread, breakfast cereals, …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Dairy Science and Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 9–18 Read article
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Evaluation of the Soil Fungi of the Restricted Area of the Bisalpur Dam Area of the Rajasthan
Abstract: Fungi are the typical organism of the plant world, they are the typical eukaryotes, they are the parasites or the saprophytes of the plant kingdom , the world of the plant pathology is consists of the interaction of the fungi with the plants , they are filamentous and they forms the mycelium , different types of the fruiting body are the unique features of the of the fungal world , …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 16–18 Read article
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A Review on Cucumis melo
Abstract: Cucumis melo is commonly known as muskmelon or sweet melon and most widely cultivated and used around the world. It belongs to Cucurbitaceae family. It is an annual climbing or creeping herb. It is a vegetable food item and used as one of the main ingredient in various dishes. This fruit is totally 85–90 percentage water. It also contains various chemical constituents like terpenes, phenols, phenolic acids, saponins, tannins, flavonoids …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–3 Read article
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Taxonomy on Polygonaceae Family in the Flora Bhopal
Abstract: AbstractThe present study deals with the floristic studies carried on polygonaceae family in the flora of Bhopal. Various field visits were conducted during March 2017- March 2018. All the members belonging to family polygonaceae were collected and identified in fruiting and flowering stages. The present study reports 5 species under 4 genera belonging to polygonaceae. Labeled Voucher specimens were deposited to the herbarium of MVM College Bhopal for future reference. …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–3 Read article
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Taxonomic Description of Amaranthaceae Family of the Niwai Region of Rajasthan
Abstract: Amaranthaceae family is a dicot family belonging to the subclass monochlamydae. Many plants of this family have long evolutionary history and are economically important. The plants are characterized by long spike with prickly fruits and flowers. They are cosmopolitan in distribution; many members of this family are found in the temperate as well as tropical regions of India. In this research paper, we have discussed the taxonomy of Amaranthaceae family …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 27–30 Read article
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Yogurt: A Review towards its Benefits and Production
Abstract: AbstractIn the present article benefits, types and production of yogurt is discussed in brief. Lactic Acid Bacteria which are used in production of various dairy and food products are inoculated in modified milk. LAB change the milk texture after reacting with the lactic acid of milk, It also change the flavor of milk and increase its shelf life. Thus, the milk is converted into the yogurt. Yogurt is a good …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Dairy Science and Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 24–26 Read article