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163 articles for “agri-food”
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Design, Fabrication and Performance Analysis of Solar Dryer Integrated with Thermal Energy Storage
Abstract: Drying is an essential process in the preservation of agricultural products for preserving it for long time or even for years. Drying is the process of removing the moisture content from the products. The quality of drying is determined by what amount of moisture is removed and the hygiene of the product. The process of drying is practiced from very ancient days itself for preserving the food for the off …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 9–14 Read article
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APPLICATION OF AGRO BASED RESUIDALS FOR THE PRODUCTION OF SURACTANT ON IOR USING MICROBES
Abstract: Utilization of surfactants for IOR is an accepted technique with high potential. However, technology application is frequently limited by cost. Biosurfactants (surface-active molecules produced by microorganisms) are commonly used in specialty markets such as food and textiles and have potential for IOR application. Currently, biosurfactants are not widely utilized in the petroleum industry due to high production costs associated with use of expensive substrates and inefficient product recovery methods. The …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Lead Ion Removal from Water Using Fava Beans Pod-Derived Phytoadsorbents: A Green Approach
Abstract: The contamination of natural ecosystems—particularly water bodies—with harmful chemical substances poses a serious environmental threat on a global scale. Among these contaminants, toxic heavy metals such as lead, arsenic, cadmium, and mercury are especially concerning due to their non-biodegradable nature and ability to accumulate in living organisms. These metals can enter the human body through the food chain, even at trace levels, leading to various severe health issues, including neurological, …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 53–58 Read article
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Advancements in Insect Science: Agricultural, Health, and Biotechnological Applications for Sustainability
Abstract: Insect research is very important for solving problems in agriculture, health, industry, and protecting the environment. This article talks about the many uses of entomology and how new study on insects helps with pest control, pollination, disease vector control, and the creation of bioinspired technologies. There is a lot of talk about integrated pest management (IPM) tactics, using insects in forensic investigations, and the new sector of producing insect- based …
Published in International Journal of Insects · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 7–14 Read article
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Lab Reagents and Their Importance in Bio-chemistry
Abstract: Biochemical reagents are essential substances in the study of life at the molecular level. These reagents help scientists detect, identify, and quantify bio-molecules such as proteins, carbohydrates, nucleic acids, and enzymes in biological systems. They play a vital role in understanding metabolic reactions and physiological processes within living organisms. Biochemical reagents are generally classified into analytical, diagnostic, enzymatic, chromogenic, and buffer reagents, each serving a specific purpose in laboratory and …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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The Future of Farming with IoT-Operated Drones
Abstract: The integration of Internet of Things (IoT) technology with drone systems has revolutionized precision agriculture, offering innovative solutions to address the inefficiencies and environmental concerns linked to conventional pesticide application. This study explores the design, implementation, and impact of IoT-operated drones tailored for automated pesticide spraying. By leveraging real-time sensor data, AI-driven analytics, and cloud-based connectivity, these drones enable dynamic, data-informed decisions to optimize chemical application. Results indicate that IoT-enabled …
Published in International Journal on Drones · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 20–26 Read article
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Multi-functional UAV for Disaster Response and Management
Abstract: Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), commonly known as drones, have become integral across diverse fields such as agriculture, surveillance, and defense, with expanding roles in critical operations like search and rescue and post-disaster management. Despite their versatility, current UAVs encounter challenges in disaster response due to limitations in flight time, costs, and accuracy, particularly in dynamic weather conditions. The UAV is equipped with features essential for disaster site surveillance, human detection, …
Published in Journal of Aerospace Engineering & Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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The Role of Soil Quality Parameters in Enhancing Agricultural Productivity
Abstract: Thus one can define soil quality as a set of physical, chemical and biological properties of the surface layer of the Earth’s crust that affects agriculture production. In this study, some of the factors which are related to soil quality include pH, texture, organic matter content, nutrient availability and microbial activity that affect crop germination as well as yield. It looks at the way in which the soil factors influence …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 48–66 Read article
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Impacts of Climate Change on Land Degradation: A Review of Mitigation
Abstract: Land degradation has emerged as one of the most pressing environmental challenges globally, significantly impacted by the multifaceted and escalating effects of climate change. The degradation of land, including soil erosion, nutrient depletion, deforestation, and desertification, directly threatens food security, biodiversity, and human livelihoods. As climate change leads to increasingly erratic weather patterns, including prolonged droughts, intense rainfall, and extreme temperatures, land degradation has become more pronounced and widespread, exacerbating …
Published in International Journal of Land · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 6–10 Read article
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A Sensitive SPE-ECD-GLC Procedure for Analyzing Simazine Quantitatively in Food Products
Abstract: Short and simple solid-phase extraction (SPE) method interfacing and hyphenating gas liquid chromatographic-electron capture detection (GLC-ECD) method has been developed for the qualification and quantification of simazine in some daily used agro products. United States Pharmacopeia G-42 gas chromatography stationary phase with ZB-35a, HTb Inferno-cZ (Zebron, Za) capillary column with an enlarged and extended temperature range of –60° to 400°C and electron capture detector was selected correlating some chemical, physical …
Published in International Journal of Biochemistry and Biomolecule Research · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 20–27 Read article
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Silkworm Growth and Silk Yield under Changing Climatic Conditions: Challenges and Adaptations
Abstract: Climate change is emerging as a critical factor affecting agriculture and sericulture industries worldwide. Rising global temperatures, shifting rainfall patterns, and the growing frequency of extreme weather events present ever challenges to the growth and productivity of silkworms (Bombyx mori L.). Silkworms are extremely sensitive to environmental conditions like temperature, humidity, and photoperiod, all altered by climate change. Higher temperatures can accelerate silkworm metabolism, reduce silk yield, and increase susceptibility …
Published in International Journal of Insects · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Identification of Papaya Fruit Ripening Process Using AI
Abstract: Identifying the ripening process of papaya fruit using artificial intelligence involves employing machine learning algorithms to analyze various features such as color changes, texture alterations and chemical compositions. This model is capable of analyzing visual cues to determine the stage of ripeness. The dataset compares images of papaya at various ripening stages, and our AI model demonstrated high accuracy in classifying these stages. Employing machine learning algorithms and image processing …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 23–30 Read article
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Evaluation of Metal Pollution in Wetlands Using Fish as an Indicator
Abstract: The current study has attempted to document the heavy metal pollution in wetlands using fish as an indicator. Heavy metals are one of the most toxic, persistent and widespread groups of contaminants in aquatic systems. Their effects may often occur and remain unrecognized at the individual level but slowly, over a period of time, show up at a population level. Over a few decades globally there has been growing interest …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 1, Issue 1-3, 2011 · pp. 28–38 Read article
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Design and Implementation of a Smart Irrigation System for Efficient Water Management in Agriculture
Abstract: Water is one of the most important resources in farming, and using it wisely has become more important than ever. Traditional irrigation methods often lead to a lot of water being wasted, especially when watering is done without checking if the soil actually needs it. This project focuses on building a Smart Irrigation System that uses basic electronic components like soil moisture sensor, DC Motor, IC7805, Relay Module and a …
Published in Journal of Computer Technology & Applications · Vol. 16, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 13–22 Read article
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Effect of Pesticides on Human Health
Abstract: The use of pesticides has become a major attribute of modern agricultural practices. Though the application is useful to prevent various diseases of plant and pest attack, it is also harmful to environment and human health at certain level. The pesticides are exposed to human by dermal, oral and inhalation routes that can lead to various adverse health conditions. The mixed effect and specific effect of pesticide may vary and …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 30–40 Read article
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Insect Hymnenopteran Parasitoids of Sugarcane Pest and Role As Biological Control Agents
Abstract: The present study is short communication of insect parasitoids belongs to order Hymenoptera. Sugarcane crop attract number of insect pests that flourish on it, and cause about 15- 20% yield loss and minimize the productivity, this reduction in yield increase when the insect parasitoids attack on pest. There are some major parasitoids Orders that attack on the number of crops pest, like Dipteran, Lepidopterans, Neuropteran etc. and one of the …
Published in International Journal of Insects · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 18–21 Read article
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Honeybees as pollinators and their conservation: A review
Abstract: Pollination is a critical mechanism for maintaining and conserving biodiversity, with pollinator diversity playing a major role for the enhancement of food security and livelihoods. Pollinators provide the essential service of enabling plants to produce fruits and seeds in our ecosystems. These pollinators come from many groups within the kingdom Animala, including insects, birds, bats and reptiles. Among them, arthropods, especially honey bees, are pivotal In delivering pollination services to …
Published in International Journal of Insects · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 7–11 Read article
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Aquaculture Advancements Through Bioactive Molecules
Abstract: A wide range of seafood species – including fish, shellfish, squid, and bivalves – generate by-products that are often discarded as waste. However, these by-products hold great potential for developing innovative functional food products. Because there is limited opportunity to recycle natural resources, the loss of profit may be accompanied by the loss of ecological sustainability, given that the “wastes” of industrial processing can account for up to 75% of …
Published in International Journal of Marine Life · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Hydroponic Farming Monitoring System - Automated System to Monitor and Control Nutrient and pH Levels
Abstract: With growing urbanization and limited agricultural land, sustainable agriculture is becoming a necessity. This project introduces a smart, space-saving, and automated hydroponic farming system based on IoT (Internet of Things) technology. The proposed system employs an ESP8266 NodeMCU microcontroller with sensors like a pH sensor and an ultrasonic sensor to track critical plant growth parameters like nutrient solution pH and water level. A relay module controls a water pump for …
Published in Journal of Microcontroller Engineering and Applications · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 11–16 Read article
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Maternal and Infant Pollutant Exposure through Breastfeeding in Industrial Punjab
Abstract: Because of their lasting presence, bioaccumulation in the food chain and/or potential for transferring to infants through breastfeeding, environmentally persistent chemical pollutants, such as per- and polyfluoroalkyl compounds (PFAs), pesticides, heavy metals and industrial emissions, represent significant public health threats. A study was conducted using a structured questionnaire to gather information about maternal demographics (age, education, marital status), how mothers were exposed to environmental contaminants through occupational activities, the ways …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Noise and Pollution Control · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 24–34 Read article