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555 articles for “Agriculture Research”
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Evaluation of UAV Spaying System for Droplet Size and Droplet Density Using Rotary Centrifugal Nozzles Boom
Abstract: India is the largest producer of mango (Mangifera indica L.) in the world, ranking first in both area and production. In the Konkan region, mango is the major fruit crop, with 1.10 lakh hectares of productive area dedicated to mango cultivation, resulting in an annual production of 2.6 lakh metric tons. Spraying is the most important operation in orchard crops. The newly developed spraying system was evaluated in the laboratory …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 Read article
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Screening Some Sorghum (Sorghum Bicolor L. Moench) Genotypes for Yield and Resistance Against Stem Borer (Sesamia Calamistis) in Nigeria
Abstract: Sorghum is a staple crop with global significance, scientifically it’s known as Sorghum Bicolor, stands as one of the most important cereal crops globally, particularly in regions with arid and semi-arid climates. Sorghum remains a cornerstone of agricultural economies worldwide with its widespread cultivation and diverse applications; however, its production is often hindered by various biotic stresses, with stem borer (Sesamia calamistis) infestation being a significant concern. The stem borer …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 50–55 Read article
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Efficacy of New Fungicides in Controlling Powdery Mildew of Sweet Gourd
Abstract: This experiment was conducted at the Plant Pathology Division, Regional Agricultural Research Station (RARS), Jamalpur, Bangladesh during 2025 of Rabi & Kharif-1 seasons to find out the effectiveness of new fungicides against Powdery mildew disease of sweet gourd. Twenty (20) new fungicides viz. Acrozet 50 WP, Qingdao GBW, Hea 10 FC, Top star 32.5 SC, Nila 80 WP, Soazeb 72 WP, Safezeb 80 WP, Canvas 32.5 SC, Pyzim 50 WP, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 134–142 Read article
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Fuzzy Logic and Its Application
Abstract: Fuzzy Logic has an extremely vital role in the arena of computer science and engineering, Artificial Intelligence, control theory and mathematics etc. Fuzzy logic is the way of organizing belief or idea that cannot be defined precisely but which depends upon their contexts i.e. the human way of logic thinking, reasoning, and perception. Fuzzy Logic finds widespread use the businesses, medicinal sciences, engineering, behavioral sciences, etc. due to perpetually growing …
Published in Journal of Microcontroller Engineering and Applications · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 31–38 Read article
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Study of Seed Germination and Protein Content of Four Varieties of Glycine max L. – A Miracle Crop
Abstract: Glycine max L. (Soybean) is an important source of high-quality proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals and other nutrients for both human beings and animals. The study was investigated on the seed germination, purity percentage and protein content of four varieties of Glycine max L. namely, JS335, JS9560, JS9305 and PK1042, collected from the Indian Agriculture Research Institute, Pusa, New Delhi (India). The experimental data showed that variety JS335 exhibited 85% germination, …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 12–14 Read article
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Evaluation of Malting Potential of Different Barley Varieties
Abstract: The grain and malt quality parameters of six malt barley variety were studied. This study was conducted to estimate the malting potential of different barley varieties (Beka, Holker, HB120, Bahate, Bokoji, and Sabini) collected from Kulumsa Agricultural Research Center. All the grain and malt quality parameters were conducted in the laboratory of Food Technology and Process Engineering at the IOT, Bahir Dar University. The three stages of malting (steeping, germination, …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 24–35 Read article
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Effects of Mulching on Yield and Quality of Tomato Varieties
Abstract: AbstractA field experiment was conducted at the Regional Agricultural Research Station, Hathazari, Chittagong to study the effect of different mulch materials on the yield and quality of tomato. rice husk mulch was found superior to sawdust, garden leaves and black polyethylene mulch in producing higher yield of tomato. Higher number of fruits per plant and maximum yield was recorded with rice husk which was 17.93% higher than the control (without …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 12–14 Read article
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Study of Handling Issues Associated with Agricultural Waste
Abstract: Agricultural waste has become one of the growing concerns in latest years, as it can cause important environmental issues; however, it can also be used for several useful purposes, such as feed for energy production and chemical regeneration and adsorption of chemicals or dye. This review is split into four parts: characterization of agricultural waste, reuse of waste & recycling, waste treatment & waste management & minimization.Keywords: Agricultural waste, waste …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 17–21 Read article
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Response of Alfalfa (Medicago sativa L.) Varieties to NPS Fertilizer Rate in Mid Altitude of Southern Ethiopia
Abstract: Forage legume species adaptation has been done across Ethiopia; however, information on agronomic practice like fertilizer rate is generally scarce. So, the current study was to determine the influence of NPS fertilizer rate and varieties on dry matter yield, agronomic trait and nutritional value of Alfalfa at Werabe Agricultural Research Center (WARC). Experiment was applied factorial arrangement by using randomized complete block design with three replications. Fertilizer rates were (25, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 27–34 Read article
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The Effect of Urea Fertilizer Rate and Spacing on Dry Matter Yield of Desho Grass-Alfalfa (Medicago Sativa L) Mixture in Mid Altitude of Southern Ethiopia
Abstract: Economic development in developing countries is unable to keep pace with the population growth and food/feed shortage. Growing high yielding quality forage crops with appropriate agronomic packages and using cropping systems that enable to produce two or more forage crops in a year at the same place is essential. Experiment was therefore conducted to evaluate the effects of urea fertilizer rate and row spacing on the morphological characteristics, yield and …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 26–34 Read article
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Effect of Nitrogen Fertilizer Levels on Yield Components and Grain Yield of Malt Barley (Hordeum vulgare L.) Varieties at Kulumsa, Central Ethiopia
Abstract: AbstractDetermination of optimum rates of nitrogen and appropriate varieties are important agronomic decisions for malt barley production. Thus, a field experiment was conducted at Kulumsa Agricultural Research Center during 2011 main season with the objectives of determining the effect of different nitrogen fertilizer levels on yield components and grain yield of widely grown malt barley varieties. Factorial combinations of four released malt barley varieties namely, ‘Beka’, ‘Holker’, ‘Miscal-21’ and ‘EH1293’ …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 11–21 Read article
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Effect of Nitrogen Fertilizer Levels on Malt Quality Parameters of Malt Barley (Hordeum vulgare L.) Varieties at Kulumsa, Central Ethiopia
Abstract: AbstractA field experiment was conducted at Kulumsa agricultural research center during 2011 main season with the objectives of determining the effect of different nitrogen fertilizer levels on malt quality of common malt barley varieties. Factorial combinations of four released malt barley varieties namely, ‘Beka’, ‘Holker’, ‘Miscal-21’ and ‘EH1293’ and five levels of nitrogen fertilizer (0, 20, 30, 40 and 50 kg N/ha) in the form of urea (46% N) were …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 33–45 Read article
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Effect of Split Application of N and K Fertilizer and Bagging on the Growth, Yield and Post-Harvest Quality of Banana
Abstract: AbstractThe experiment was conducted at the Regional Agricultural Research Station, Jamalpur Bangladesh from January, 2013 to December, 2013. The effect of split application of N and K as well as bagging was considered on growth and yield of banana. The treatments were—Factor-A: Split application of N and K: T1=2-split (2 months after planting+at shooting); T2=3-split (2 months after planting+3.5 months after planting+at shooting); T3=4-split (2 months after planting+3.5 months after …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 22–32 Read article
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Performance Evaluation and Yield Stability of Maize (Zea Mays L.) Hybrid Genotypes in Southern Ethiopia
Abstract: Improved maize varieties were released by different agricultural research centers at different times in Ethiopia. However, the productivity of these varieties was not evaluated at wide environment. The variety choice of most farmers in Ethiopia is not suitable for their farm due to lack of awareness about varieties adaptability and their field’s condition. The objective of this study was to evaluate the stability and yield potential of hybrid maize genotypes …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Cluster Based Improved Bread Wheat Technologies Popularization In Yem-Special District, Southern Ethiopia
Abstract: Despite large area under cultivation, the mean yield of wheat per hectare is low.Limited access to improved wheat varieties and other relevant technologies is one of the contributing factor for low productivity. Popularization of better perfoerming wheat varieties is important to solve these problems. Therefore, these studies was undertaken to enhance the productivity of wheat through demonstrating early maturing and high yielding wheat varieties with improved management practices in 2023 …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 19–23 Read article
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A Comparative Study on the Nutritional Quality Analysis between BARI Released Potatoes and Wild Varieties of Potatoes Found in Bangladesh
Abstract: Edible flesh from the Bangladesh Agricultural Research Institute (BARI) released potatoes and wild varieties of potatoes was analyzed to compare the nutritional contents which help identify the good quality of potato sample contributing to food and nutritional security. Estimation of moisture, ash, fat, protein, crude fiber and ascorbic acid was conducted using standard Association of Analytical Chemists (AOAC) procedures. The study revealed that the moisture content in BARI released potato …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 8–17 Read article
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On farm Evaluation and Demonstration of inter cropping Lablab with Maize in Zala and Derashe Special Districts, SNNPR
Abstract: Cultivating a combination of cereals and legumes is essential for establishing sustainable food production systems, especially in circumstances where there are constraints on external resources, uneven land distribution, and water scarcity. Incorporating various crops enables farmers to generate income even in situations where the main crop is affected or fails to produce the anticipated yield. Farmers in the study area plant this crop in their home gardens, field margins and …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Pre-extension Demonstration of Improved Lowland Enset at Gurage and Siltie Zones, Southern Ethiopia
Abstract: The southern regions of Ethiopia have a variety of agroecologies suitable for various crops, including Enset, but their range is very limited. On this basis, the Worabe Agricultural Research Center has conducted a pre-expansion demonstration of the improved Enset technology in the Meskan and Dalochadistricts of the Gurage and Siltie zones from 2020 to 2023. The aim of the present study was to generate broader demand, increase production and assess …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 39–43 Read article
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Evaluation of Advanced Bread Wheat (Triticum Aestivum L.) Genotypes for Yield and Stem Rust Resistance at southern Ethiopia
Abstract: Twenty-four bread wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) genotypes including one local and one standard check obtained from Kulumesa agricultural research center were evaluated for their yield and stem rust resistance at Mareko Woreda during 2021 cropping season. The treatments were assigned using randomized completely block design with four replications. Data were collected on yield, yield, yield components and disease. The ANOVA showed that the genotypes significantly (p <0.05) different in most …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 23–27 Read article
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Documentation of Leaf Curl Virus Resistance Sources in BARI Released Tomato Varieties and Lines
Abstract: An experiment was conducted at the Regional Agricultural Research Station, Jamalpur, Bangladesh during rabi season of 2022-23 to identify noble sources of resistance in BARI released Tomato varieties/lines against leaf curl viruses. The evaluation of forty-six Tomato genotypes was performed against Tomato Leaf Curl Viruses (ToLCV) under natural conditions where the viruses were transmitted by white fly. However, ToLCV-infected plants ranged from 6.25 to 39.58% in the study. Thirty-four varieties/lines …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 64–79 Read article