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10 articles for “Niger seed”
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Adaptation Trial of Niger seed (Guizotia abyssinica, Asteraceae) Varieties in Siltie Districts of Southern Ethiopia
Abstract: Niger seed adaptation trial was conducted in two districts of Siltie zone, namely Dalocha and Silti districts during 2013–14 and 2014–15 main cropping seasons to identify adaptable and high yielding niger seed varieties. Five improved varieties and one local variety were used. Randomized Complete Block Design with four replications was used for the experiments. According to the results, location by variety interaction was significant difference observed. In Dalocha district, Ginchi …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 12–15 Read article
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Genetic Authentication of Acacia Senegal (L.) Wild
Abstract: A study was carried out to ascertain the taxonomic identity and phylogenetic lineage of three presumed Acacia senegalensis using molecular markers. Three (3) varieties of seeds presumed to belong to Acacia spp. were collected from the Rubber Research Institute of Nigeria (RRIN) Benin City and three BP haplotypes (A, B, and C) was used as control for the analysis. These seeds were processed at the Applied Biotech International Laboratory Nigeria …
Published in International Journal of Genetic Modifications and Recombinations · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 33–39 Read article
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Investigating Forest Gap Makers and Seedling Recruitment on Mangrove Forest Ecosystem, Onne, Rivers State, Port Harcourt
Abstract: The present study investigated forest gap makers and seedlings recruitment in mangrove forest, Onne, Rivers state, Nigeria. The aim of the present study was to examine canopy gap characteristics and their influence on mangrove forest regeneration. The specific objectives were to identify gap makers and theagents of canopy gap formation in the three mangrove formations, investigate seedling recruitment and growth in forest gap sizes in the three mangrove formations. The …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 47–52 Read article
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Evaluation of Thirteen Selected Tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum Mill) Cultivars for Morphology and Fruit Yield in Southwest Nigeria
Abstract: Assessing the morphology and fruit yield of some grown tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum Mill) cultivars from southwestern Nigeria is needed to identify and promote highly performing varieties for tomato industry. Thirteen tomato cultivars predominantly grown by farmers were collected from farmer’s field across five states in the southwest region of Nigeria. Multisampling procedure was adopted to randomly and purposively select the respondents from the five states. Seedlings of the cultivars were …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Characterization and Optimization of Neem Leaves and Moringa Seed Husk-based Composite Activated Carbon for Efficient Adsorption of Methylene Blue Dye
Abstract: The research in question was meticulously conducted within the premises of the Nigerian Liquefied Gas (NLG) Engineering laboratory, situated at the esteemed University of Maiduguri, Nigeria. This study focuses on the development and characterization of a composite material derived from neem leaves (NL) and Moringa seed husk (MSH) to adsorb methylene blue (MB) dye effluent. The synthesis process involved pyrolyzing MSH and NL at 400°C to produce MSH and NL …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 12–22 Read article
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Evaluation of Yield and Fruit Quality of Thirteen Selected Tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum Mill) Cultivars in Southwest Nigeria
Abstract: Assessing the morphology, fruit yield, proximate composition and phytochemical properties of some grown tomato cultivars from southwest Nigeria is needed to identify quality and promote performance for tomato industry. Thirteen tomato cultivars that are prominently grown by farmers were purposively collected from farmer’s field across the region and evaluated for fruit yield and nutritional quality. Fruit yield and quality were evaluated on field and laboratory of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 12–22 Read article
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An Exploratory Study on the Application of Locust Bean Pod Extract as a Natural Binder in the Manufacture of Laterite Blocks for Affordable Housing Construction
Abstract: This study investigates the potential application of locust bean pod extract as an alternative binding material in the production of laterite blocks for local building construction. It also examines the availability and distribution of locust bean pod resources across Nigeria and other parts of Africa. Locust bean pods are typically treated as agricultural waste and discarded after the seeds are removed, creating an opportunity to convert this underutilized by-product into …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 36–45 Read article
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Physicochemical Analysis of Oil Extracted from Raphia Sudanica Fruit Sold in Edu Local Government Area of Kwara State, North Central Nigeria
Abstract: Raphia sudanica, commonly called Raphia hookeri or bamboo palm fruit, is one of the most valuable species among known palm fruits found in Nigeria and is widespread in major parts of West Africa. In this study, oils extracted and analyzed from Raphia sudanica fruits (pulp and seed) revealed the respective physicochemical values; acid value (5.56, 6.10 mgKOH/g), peroxide value (2.44, 5.82 Meq/kg), iodine value (41.30, 68.10 gI₂/100 g), saponification value …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 67–75 Read article
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Microflora and Nutrient Changes during 72 hours Fermentation of African Breadfruit (Treculia Africana) Seeds
Abstract: The proximate composition, minerals and microflora of Treculia africana seeds were investigated during a 72 h of fermentation of the seeds. The ash content ranged from 3.28 to 2.25 g/100 g, moisture content: 8.78–9.25 g/100 g, crude protein: 18.98–19.98 g/100 g, fat content: 3.55–2.27 g/100 g, fibre content: 1.29–1.22 g/100 g and the carbohydrate content: 65.2–64.57 g/100 g. For the mineral analysis, Na content ranged from 6.85–6.54 mg/100 g, Mg: …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 10–15 Read article
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Nitrosamine Accumulation, Processing Variables, and Indigenous Plant Inhibitors in Nigerian Traditionally Processed Meats
Abstract: N-nitrosamines are classified as probable or possible human carcinogens by the International Agency for Research on Cancer. Carcinogenic N-nitrosamines — principally N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) and N-nitrosodiethylamine (NDEA) — are formed in abundance during the preparation of widely consumed Nigerian traditional processed meats including suya, kilishi, and balangu. This original investigation combined a six geopolitical zone of Nigerian market survey with laboratory-controlled model system experiments, effects of processing parameters on N-Nitrosamine formation …
Published in Journal of Modern Chemistry & Chemical Technology · Vol. 17, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 61–72 Read article