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351 articles for “Farming system”
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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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Sustainability Challenges, Transition Dynamics, and Collapse of Small-Scale Poultry Farming Systems: Economic, Technical, and Environmental Perspectives
Abstract: Small-scale poultry farming plays a vital role in food security, income generation, and rural livelihoods globally. However, the sector is experiencing a rapid decline driven by interconnected economic, biological, environmental, and institutional challenges. This review synthesizes recent evidence and develops a systems-based framework to explain the depletion of small-scale poultry farms in the country. A dominant driver is the persistent cost–price imbalance, where rising input costs, particularly feed, are not …
Published in International Journal of Sustainability · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 38–46 Read article
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Heat Stress Mitigation in Resource-Constrained Dairy Farming Systems: Practical Strategies for Sustainable Development
Abstract: Heat stress poses a critical threat to dairy production, particularly in resource-constrained systems prevalent across tropical and subtropical regions. Elevated ambient temperatures, compounded by high humidity, directly impair feed intake, milk yield, reproductive efficiency, and overall animal welfare. In low-resource settings, conventional cooling technologies such as automated fans, sprinklers, and climate-controlled housing remain economically inaccessible. Therefore, cost-effective, locally adaptable, and sustainable solutions are essential for maintaining productivity and animal health. …
Published in International Journal of Climate Conditions · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Polymer Use in Soilless Farming Systems with A Comparative Study on Hydroponics and Aquaponics
Abstract: Hydroponics and aquaponics are innovative, sustainable agricultural methods that achieve high productivity with minimal land and water usage in controlled environments. Hydroponics, a technique that involves growing plants in nutrient-rich water solutions, utilizes various polymer-based components. Aquaponics, a symbiotic system combining aquaculture and hydroponics, also relies on polymer-based materials. These soilless techniques are crucial for producing vegetables, fruits, and other crops without relying on soil, allowing adaptability across various locations. …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 868–874 Read article
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Machine Learning Based Smart Aquaponics Farming System
Abstract: For many years, researchers have been studying nutrient management in aquaponic systems. Most have concentrated on adequate nutrition control in an aquaponic setup, but there has been relatively little study on commercial scale applications. For plant growth, it is necessary to measure the level of nutrients present in the soil mixture. In our model, the input data was sourced on some interval of time basis from three commercial aquaponic farms. …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Embedded System & Applications · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 30–37 Read article
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IoT in Agriculture: A Systematic Review of Smart Farming Solutions and Innovations
Abstract: This paper is based on a project titled “IoT-based smart farming. It discusses the utilization of the power of contemporary technology like sensors and cloud computing. IoT-based smart farming is revolutionizing traditional agricultural practices. This project also enables farmers to manage their farms remotely. The primary goal is to support an existing farmer and a new farmer who wants to start farming as their side income source by remote farming. …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 17–26 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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IoT Integration in Sustainable Agriculture
Abstract: The increasing demand for food production, environmental concerns, and resource limitations have necessitated the adoption of Internet of Things (IoT)-based innovative farming solutions. The current paper introduces an IoT-based system that integrates hydroponics, aquaponics, and poultry to promote sustainability, resource utilization, and agricultural productivity. Conventional farming practices are riddled with ineffective use of resources, uncertain environmental effects, and expensive operations. The new system facilitates real-time monitoring, automated decision support, and …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 69–84 Read article
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Smart Crop Protection and Animals Detection System In Farm Areas
Abstract: Fields on plantations are frequently harmed by animals such as buffaloes, cows, goats, birds, and wild elephants. Farmers suffer significant losses as a result of this. Farmers are unable to defend their fields for 24 hours. To address this issue, an animal detection system has been developed that detects the presence of animals and provides a warning before diverting the animal without injury. The proposed system will constantly monitor the …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 41–46 Read article
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Techno-Economic Comparison of an Off-Grid PV System and Biogas System for Dairy Farming
Abstract: This paper compares off-grid solar photovoltaic (SPV) system and biogas system for a dairy farm containing 100 cows in India and gives technical and economical assessment for the same. These technologies can sufficiently provide energy for dairy farms which cannot be connected to grid due to financial reason or geographical concern. The comparative analysis for the two different renewable energy systems is based on efficiency, reliability, space requirements, gas emissions …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Physics · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 24–30 Read article
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Smart Agriculture System using IoT: Farming in the Digital Age
Abstract: Smart agriculture using IoT is an emerging field that promises to revolutionize farming practices by providing real-time data on various agricultural parameters. In this paper, we propose a smart agriculture system using IoT that integrates various sensors and devices to collect and analyze data on soil moisture, temperature, humidity, crop growth, and other factors that affect crop yield and quality. The system also includes a mobile app that provides farmers …
Published in Recent Trends in Sensor Research & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 15–20 Read article
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IoT-Based Automated Crop Protection System for Smart Farming
Abstract: The development of current technological advancements produces expanded capabilities for agricultural farming production alongside pest management techniques. The Automatic Crop Protection System requires an Arduino controller and Blynk IoT application for monitoring and managing essential environmental parameters including temperature along with humidity as well as soil moisture and pest behavior. Real-time environmental and soil data obtained by the suggested system's sensor array gets analyzed and controlled by an Arduino controller. …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Design and Fabrication of Biofilter and Piping in Soilless Farming
Abstract: The most prevailing problems with the modern world are food and water Crises. It is neither possibleto consume the chemically contaminated food nor grow own plants, thanks to scarcity of water andland. Under such Conditions, there arises a requirement for portable agricultural system which Usesless water, space and is only organic. One such solution may be a small scale aquaponic system.Aquaponics uses fish waste to supply nutrients for plants, the …
Published in Trends in Machine design · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Why Sheep Matter? A Holistic Perspective on Productive, Social, and Economic Benefits
Abstract: The comparative advantages of raising sheep over goats have significant implications for productive, social, cultural, and economic perspectives in livestock farming systems. Sheep farming offers unique benefits, including superior wool production, higher carcass yields, and greater adaptability to diverse climates and grazing systems. Sheep are more efficient in utilizing low-quality forages, exhibit better reproductive performance with higher lambing percentages, and demonstrate reduced susceptibility to diseases, resulting in lower veterinary costs. …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 9–25 Read article
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Immunology as Applied to Farm Animal Welfare: General Principles and Interventions
Abstract: Animal welfare is a state of animal’s well-being as indicated by scientific evidence and preferably quantifiable read-out of its health, nourishment, behavior and living conditions. Farm animals are reared for food and other purposes in different production systems. Farm animal welfare, particularly in intensive production systems, is an emerging concern of society at large, consumers of farm animal-source food in particular. Changing climate and weather patterns, intensive crop-farming and high-density …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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Ecological Impacts of Intensively Managed Dairy Farms: Environmental Challenges to Sustainable Dairy Development
Abstract: Intensively managed dairy farming systems, designed to maximize production efficiency, have raised significant concerns regarding their long-term ecological impacts. This study explores the environmental consequences of such systems, focusing on soil degradation, water resource depletion, biodiversity loss, greenhouse gas emissions, and ecosystem imbalance. While intensive dairy farming contributes to high yields, it also accelerates environmental degradation through practices such as excessive fertilizer and water use, monoculture feeding, and inadequate waste …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Dairy Science and Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 42–62 Read article
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Seroprevalence of Toxoplasmosis and Associated Risk Factors to Seropositivity in Goat of Different Locality in Mid-Terai Region of Nepal
Abstract: A cross-sectional study was carried out at Regional Veterinary Laboratory, Pokhara to determination of the seroprevalence and associated risk factors of toxoplasmosis in purposively collected 568 serum samples of goat in May and June of 2018, from 3 different districts of mid-terai region of Nepal. In which total 184 samples were randomly selected and performed c-ELISA test for the detection of antibodies of Toxoplasma gondii. After collection and coding of …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 19–26 Read article
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Kisan Mantra: Enhancing Farmer Productivity, A Web-Based Approach for Efficient Crop Harvesting and Problem Diagnosis
Abstract: India's agricultural sector faces persistent challenges, including limited access to expert guidance, difficulties in managing diverse datasets, unreliable weather forecasting, and a lack of real-time monitoring for farm activities and crop quality. Additionally, farm lenders struggle to obtain accurate insights into farm productivity and risks, hindering their ability to provide tailored financial solutions. The sector also grapples with underemployment among educated professionals, limiting their contributions to agricultural advancement. To tackle …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 71–87 Read article
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Application of Information Technology that Reduced Agriculture Sector Impact due to COVID-19
Abstract: The COVID-19 epidemic, as one of the biggest health emergencies in the last decades, has disruptive impacts in all spheres of mortal life, including social, environmental, mental, and political ones. Nonetheless, the most oppressively affected was and still is the moneymaking sector of countries across the world. One of the major pillars of global husbandry is the agrarian sector due to its significance in assuring continuance in food inventory and …
Published in Current Trends in Information Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 5–10 Read article
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Sustainability Empowerment through Agricultural Information Hub
Abstract: Abstract A Farmer Information System web application has been developed to assist rural farmers in learning about and utilizing online sales platforms. Through this system, farmers can both purchase and sell their agricultural products, while also accessing valuable information to enhance their productivity. The project's main goal is to establish a website enabling farmers to sell their produce to customers in various cities. This platform serves as an educational resource, …
Published in Journal of Electronic Design Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 19–24 Read article