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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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Monitoring Total Petroleum Hydrocarbon Degradation with Influence of Grape Leaf Application as Nutrient Stimulant in Soil
Abstract: The application of the grape leaf in the treatment of petroleum hydrocarbon degradation in soil environment in investigated and the findings outline with respect to the performance of the bio-stimulant available nutrients associated with. The research reveals increase in TPH degradation in each bioreactor sampled with the room and sun-dried bio-stimulant application in the system with increase in the period of contact time. The rates in which the TPH decreases …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 22–31 Read article
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Enhancement of Soil Fertility Using Natural Fiber-Based Engineering Composite Materials for Higher Crop Production: A Review Paper
Abstract: Enhancement of Soil fertility using engineering composite materials via efficient nutrient management strategies is essential as is rising natural fiber based composite material crop production every land area unit to satisfy next diets and fiber consumption. Major developments have improved the production's nutrient-use economy Improved crop flexibility to applied nutrients, decreased off shore nutrient move, and greater predictions of the nutrients available to plants in the root zone have all …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 6, 2024 · pp. 79–87 Read article
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Monitoring The Hydrocarbon Utilizing Bacteria in Crude Oil Remediation Using Bio-Stimulant of Mint Leaf (Mentha Piperita)
Abstract: Conceptual monitoring of hydrocarbon utilization bacteria on crude oil remediation using bio-stimulant of mint leaf (Mentha piperita) was investigated. The bio-stimulant nutrient was determined by considering the available nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and hydrocarbon utilizing bacteria presence in both room and sun-dried samples of the remediant used. The mint leaf (Mentha piperita) was processed to obtain the powder form (nano particle size) of the bio-stimulant and the microbes isolated and identified …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 34–39 Read article
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An Effective Role of Soil Minerals in Plant Nutrition
Abstract: Soil mineral nutrient required by plants is an essential for its survival without availability it can’t be survived. A various way of transportation of nutrients through different phenomenon’s involved in its activity. Although, 17 essential elements are required by plants in which Carbon, Hydrogen and Oxygen is freely available in the atmosphere whereas other nutrients are available through soil. Uptake of nutrients by plants in ionic (both cationic and anionic) …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology Read article
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Partitioning Dynamics of Nutrients in Transition Dairy Cows: Metabolic, Hormonal, and Cellular Mechanisms Affecting Lactation and Fertility
Abstract: This review critically examines nutrient partitioning dynamics in dairy cows during the transition phase, a period that profoundly affects lactation and reproductive performance. During this phase, cows experience extensive physiological changes that alter nutrient requirements and utilization, making effective management essential for health and productivity. The review synthesizes current research on mechanisms of nutrient partitioning, with particular attention to energy, protein, and mineral balance, which are crucial for optimizing milk …
Published in International Journal of Nutritions · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 Read article
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Enhanced Bioavailability of Nutrients in Pelleted Feeds: Implications for Performance, Health, and Meat Quality of the Broiler Chicken
Abstract: The optimization of nutrient bioavailability in pelleted feeds is crucial for enhancing the performance, health, and meat quality of broiler chickens. This review explores the complex mechanisms by which pelleting improves nutrient availability, including physical changes in feed structure, thermal and chemical effects, and the reduction of anti-nutritional factors. It also highlights the significance of improved gut health and digestion, which contributes to enhanced nutrient absorption and utilization. The paper …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 12–32 Read article
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Forage Bioactive Compounds and Rumen Microbiota: Exploring Colonization, Density, and Diversity Dynamics in Dairy Cows
Abstract: The rumen microbiota plays a pivotal role in the health, productivity, and sustainability of dairy cows, with forage serving as a fundamental dietary component influencing microbial dynamics. This review explores the intricate interactions between forage bioactive compounds – such as tannins, saponins, alkaloids, and flavonoids – and the rumen microbiota, focusing on their effects on colonization, microbial density, and diversity. Forage bioactives modulate microbial adhesion, biofilm formation, and growth patterns, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 15–26 Read article
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A Multivariate Adaptive Regression Splines Based Study of Soil Parameters and Their Impact on Onion Yield in Bhavnagar District
Abstract: Bhavnagar district is one of the prominent onion-growing areas in the Saurashtra region of Gujarat, encompassing key talukas such as Mahuva, Talaja, Ghogha, Jesar, and Palitana. Onion cultivation in the district is carried out across three distinct seasons: rabi, kharif, and late kharif with harvesting periods extending from April to May for the rabi crop and from October to March for the kharif and late kharif crops. The productivity of …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 53–64 Read article
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Evaluating Water Savings in Vertical and Horizontal Hydroponic Systems Using Nutrient Film Technique
Abstract: A study conducted at SVCAET, IGKV, Raipur, focuses on water conservation in hydroponics using the nutrient film technique (NFT). The research evaluated both vertical and horizontal hydroponic systems. Initially, plants were grown in a nursery before being transplanted into either the vertical or horizontal system. In these systems, nutrient-rich water was continuously circulated over the plant roots. The study assessed water usage and the remaining water in the system on …
Published in International Journal of Nutritions · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Effect of Lyngbya Confervoides on Children’s Growth
Abstract: Background: The Lyngbya Confervoides grow naturally in a seaside of our country It is one kind of Blue-green alga that is being used for cure of some diseases because it has various significant nutrients such as essential aminoacids, minerals, pigments Methods: The contents of total protein, essential amino acids, minerals and vitamins of Lyngbya Confervoides that is collected in summer were measured. It was examined the effectiveness of the Lyngbya …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 01–05 Read article
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Isolation and Evaluation of Aspergillus Niger : A Fungi Implicated in Infectious Diseases and its application as potential Biofertilizer
Abstract: In the quest to improve the agronomic effectiveness of Rock Phosphate (RP), a widely available and cost-effective phosphate fertilizer, this study aimed to overcome its limited solubility by isolating fungal strains capable of solubilizing rock phosphate. Soil samples were collected from Garhmukteshwar, Hapur, for the isolation process. Among several isolates, three strains exhibited the highest rock phosphate solubilization within a seven-day timeframe, coinciding with a significant decrease in soil pH. …
Published in Recent Trends in Infectious Diseases · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 29–34 Read article
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Monitoring of Microbial Growth on Crude Oil Remediation using Processed Palm Fruit Fermented Waste Water and NKP Fertilizer
Abstract: The bacteria count was done to ascertain the microbial growth rate in each reactor and the research work demonstrates the integrity of fermented palm oil processed waste water obtained the available nutrients for the restoration of microbial activity in terms of growth as well as remediation of polluted clay soil environment for optimum utilization in terms of agricultural purposes. This study is based on the overview on the ability of …
Published in International Journal of Pollution: Prevention & Control · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 10–22 Read article
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Optimization of Seed Viability Tests for Humulus lupulus
Abstract: The Humulus lupulus member of the Hemp family has been extensively explored for their industrial application in diverse sectors. During the cultivation of this high-cost plant, one of the major concerns associated is low seed germination due to physical dormancy. The role of rigid seed coats in augmenting an impermeable barrier for water and nutrient availability to the seed has been well analyzed in previous studies. However, the associated impact …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Evaluation of Lemon Grass (Cymbopogon Citratus) Performance for Petroleum Hydrocarbon Degradation in Soil Environment
Abstract: The evaluation of lemon grass (cymbopogon citratus) performance for petroleum hydrocarbon degradation in soil environment was monitored with respect to contact time or period of exposure. Models were developed in this research to demonstrate the potential of the first-order kinetic, Michaelis Menten and the LineWeaver Burk Plot, and the evaluation of the effect of the biostimulant dosage was monitored in accordance the total petroleum hydrocarbon degradation. The performance of lemon …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 33–49 Read article
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Comparison of Percentage Removal of Petroleum Hydrocarbon on the Effect of Biostimulant in Polluted Soil Environment Using Chromolaena odorata
Abstract: The investigation on the comparison of percentage reduction on polluted soil environment using chromolaena odorata as a bio-stimulant upon the effect of contact time revealed increase in percentage removal of total petroleum hydrocarbon (TPH). The rate of total petroleum hydrocarbon (TPH) removal was discovered to have been influenced y the mas of bio-stimulant dosage immersed or introduced into each of the bioreactor. However, as the mass of the bio-stimulant dosage …
Published in International Journal of Advance in Molecular Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 27–32 Read article
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Understanding the Dynamics of Biogenic and Anthropogenic Aerosols in the Atmosphere
Abstract: This study explores the complex interactions between marine aerosols, biogenic organic matter, and anthropogenic pollutants, highlighting their implications for climate and air quality. It is established that submicron-sized marine aerosols, primarily of biogenic origin, play a crucial role in cloud condensation nuclei (CCN) concentration, particularly during periods of high biological oceanic activity (HBA). The chemical composition of marine aerosols is significantly influenced by the ocean's annual biological cycle, with seasonal …
Published in International Journal of Atmosphere · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 15–22 Read article
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Applications of Nanotechnology in Crop Improvement: New Era of Agriculture
Abstract: It represents a transformative force in agriculture, promising to improve the productivity, yield, sustainability, and food security. This review paper focused on the certain advantages of nanoscience and nanotechnology in enhancing the agricultural productivity, disease management, and food safety. By manipulating different materials and objects at the nanoscale, researchers can develop advanced tools such as smart sensors and targeted delivery systems that improve nutrient absorption and combat plant pathogens. By …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 46–54 Read article
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Properties of Biostimulant of Ponderosa Lemon for Crude Oil Remediation in Soil Environment
Abstract: The effect of petroleum hydrocarbon on soil environment contributes to low performance of microbes and plant yield. This study investigates the potential of grape leaf (Ponderosa lemon) on hydrocarbon constituents of crude oil contaminated soil. Freshly harvested grape leaf was washed thoroughly with tape water thereafter rinse with distilled water, some portions kept for room-dried and another for sundried to vary the composition. Fixed masses of loamy soil samples of …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 35–42 Read article
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Evaluation on Bioremediation Kinetics of Petroleum- Contaminated Soils Using Plant-Based Amendments
Abstract: The effectiveness of bioremediation processes is strongly influenced by environmental conditions, reactor design parameters, microbial characteristics, and pollutant properties. This study investigates the combined effects of environmental-related factors, reactor design considerations, organism- related characteristics, and pollutant properties on the degradation of total petroleum hydrocarbons (TPH) in swampy and clay soils amended. Laboratory-scale remediation experiments were conducted over an 84-day period using amendment dosages ranging from 20 to 100 g. The …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 24–30 Read article