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332 articles for “Agriculture”
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Modern Biotechnology Ventures to Accomplish the Targets of Zero Hunger and Adequate Nutrition
Abstract: Maintaining the integrity of mother Earth is vital for the survival of life, economic prosperity, and other aspects. Global civilization cannot and should not ignore the planet’s deteriorating health as a result. The framework for building a better, more prosperous future for all is provided by the Sustainable development goals. The sustainable development goals (SDGs) were announced by the United Nations (UN) on September 25, 2015, with the aim of …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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Chemical Behavior and Characteristics as Related to Group V Elements in the Periodic Table and Their Electron Structures
Abstract: This research explores the interplay between electron structure and chemical behavior in Group V elements: nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), arsenic (As), antimony (Sb), and bismuth (Bi). Nitrogen’s triple covalent bond relates to its stability and biological significance. Phosphorus’s versatile compounds benefit agriculture. Arsenic’s metalloid properties impact electronics. Antimony’s flame-retardant use highlights its versatility. Bismuth’s low toxicity and diamagnetism make it valuable in medicine and research. These elements showcase how electron …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 5–14 Read article
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Determination of the Concentration of Some Selected Metals in Unripe Plantain (Musa paradisiaca)
Abstract: Plantain (Musa paradisiaca) is a food commonly consumed in Nigeria as boiled, roasted, or fried in its ripe and unripe form. Plantains harvested in Ekpoma, a predominately plantain-growing community, were studied for their mineral and sugar composition level of the unripe. Complexometric titration was used to determine the level of calcium and magnesium, flame photometer was used for sodium and potassium determination while zinc, iron, copper, chromium, manganese, and Co …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Implementation Strategies for Sustainable Irrigation Infrastructures in Nigeria
Abstract: AbstractIrrigation agriculture is critical worldwide, accounting for approximately 70% of total water usage.In Nigeria, implementing effective irrigation strategies is essential to optimize water use and boostagricultural productivity. This paper examines the vital role of civil engineers in developing andapplying sustainable irrigation infrastructure strategies in Nigeria. Currently, irrigation systems facesignificant challenges due to increasing water scarcity and competition. The methodology of thisstudy involves a review of literature and case studies. Various …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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Integrated Water Management Approaches forEnhancing Sustainability in Urban Water Systems
Abstract: AbstractIntegrated Water Management (IWM) is increasingly recognized as a critical framework forachieving sustainable water use in urban, agricultural, and industrial sectors. IWM addresses theinterconnected nature of water resources and aims to optimize the entire water cycle, from source andconsumption to treatment, reuse, and disposal. This study explores the development andimplementation of IWM practices with a specific focus on the integration of advanced waterrecycling, stormwater capture, and green infrastructure solutions in …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 34–39 Read article
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Liberty Food Processing & Refrigeration Facility at Robeson County, NC – A Development for the Lumbee Tribe
Abstract: This report examines the viability, financial forecasting, and execution plan for the Liberty Food Processing and Refrigeration Facility Project at Robeson County, NC for the Lumbee Tribe, and other local groups. The aim is to assist local farmers by enhancing the appeal of their produce through effective packaging. Additionally, the project seeks to promote Lumbee Tribe cuisine by marketing freshly prepared meals and sharing traditional recipes, thereby highlighting the local …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–24 Read article
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Smart Aerophonic and Hydrophonic Farming Using ESP8266 Module with Mobile Application
Abstract: This paper examines the creative use of ESP8266 modules in mobile application-controlled smart aerophonic and hydroponic farming systems. An extremely productive and resource-efficient kind of soilless growing is provided by hydroponic and aerophonic farming techniques. The connectivity required to remotely monitor and control these systems is provided by the inexpensive Wi-Fi microcontroller known as the ESP8266 module. Farmers may ensure ideal growing conditions by controlling environmental factors like pH, temperature, …
Published in International Journal of Analog Integrated Circuits · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 17–26 Read article
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Recent Trends in Production, Characterization, and Utilization of Fungal Chitosan
Abstract: Chitosan is the second most abundant biopolymer in nature after cellulose that can be extracted from marine sources, as well as from agricultural waste products such as mushrooms or other fungal sources following chitin deacetylation. The consistent production of these glycans by fungi is unaffected by seasonal changes, allowing for precise process control. This results in a more consistent quality of the final product. Currently, crustacean shells and other marine …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 23–31 Read article
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INFLUENCE OF SPIRULINA PLATENSIS ON GROWTH OF CHINESE CABBAGE AS A BIOSTIMULANT
Abstract: In this article products derived from a blue-green microalgae filtrate of Spirulina platensis (used for seed soaking and foliar spray) were tested in the cultivation of microgreen Chinese cabbage or bok choy or Brassica rapa spp chinensis. The effect of shoot length, root length, multielemental composition was studied using inductively coupled plasma-optical emission spectrometry, multielemental analyses of algal products and chinese cabbage were conducted inductive coupled plasma optical emission spectrometry …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 22–30 Read article
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A Review on Effect of Various Parameters for Analysis of Rice Yield
Abstract: Climate change represents a transformation in the long-term weather patterns that define various regions across the globe. The term & weather & pertains to the short-term fluctuations in temperature, wind, and precipitation within a specific area. Over time, climate alterations can have diverse effects on agriculture, impacting aspects such as crop quantity, quality, productivity, growth rates, photosynthesis, transpiration rates,and moisture availability, among others. Among all cultivated crops, rice stands out …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 57–66 Read article
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Use of Micro- and Nanobubble in Waste Water Treatment Technology – Review
Abstract: ABSTRACT The environmental nanotechnology is a technical discipline which research features of natural and man-made nanomaterials, applications, techniques for their characterization, integration processes and transformation into ecosystems. Microbubbles have the capability to change the normal characteristic of water. The microbubbles (MBs) have diameter more than 100 μm, the micro-nanobubbles (MNBs) have diameter between 1 to 100 μm and the nanobubbles (NBs) have diameter less than 1 μm within the fluid …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 5–10 Read article
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Bioremediation of Oil-Spilled Sites through Seeding Naturally Adapted Pseudomonas putida
Abstract: In the present study, crude oil degradation was analyzed using isolated bacterial strains. These bacterial strains were isolated from the crude-oil-contaminated soil sample. All the isolates were identified as species of Pseudomonas, in which the Pseudomonas putida P11 and LP1 demonstrated a strong ability to degrade kerosene, gasoline, diesel, engine oil and crude oil. Bioremediation for oil spill cleanup was analyzed by the inoculation of P. putida with the addition …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 23–30 Read article
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Nanotechnology in Pesticide Management: A Revolutionary Approach in Plant Protection
Abstract: Large extents of Pesticides are lost in huge quantities owing to photo degradation, rain wash out and by other means after application over the target. This will not only result in loss of pesticides form the applied target as well as environmental pollution apart from loss / reduction in effectiveness. If they are formulated using carriers, their efficacy can be sustained for longer period of time.The potential applications of “Nanotechnology” …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Some Major Takeaways: International Year of Soils: 2015
Abstract: On December 5, 2015, hundreds of events and initiatives took place across the world to celebrate soils. This World Soil Day is special for more than a singular reason. The 68th UN General Assembly declared 2015 the International Year of Soils (IYS). The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations has been nominated to implement the IYS 2015, under the agenda of the Global Soil Partnership, together with …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 17–19 Read article
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Cow and its role in the sustainable development
Abstract: During Vedic times the economy, agriculture, medicinal aspects of society are directly or indirectly based on cows and bulls. There is a close relationship between human welfare and welfare of the cows. When we consider milk alone, now-a-days, milk is processed in automated dairies, by blending several additives. In such dairies, the main motive is the profit for the business at the cost of exploitation of cows. There is no …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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A Review on Potential use of Bioherbicides for preventing the growth of weed plants
Abstract: Like pests, disease and other hazards weeds are one of the major problems for farmers. They not only compete with crops for water, nutrients, sunlight, and space but also harbor insect and disease pests, clog irrigation and drainage systems undermine crop quality and deposit weed seeds into crop harvests. They can heavily damage the production of crops as well as they reduce the value of land. Weeds can also host …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 10–13 Read article
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Forestation and Forest Regeneration: The Micro-Stream Technique.
Abstract: Forests are important for The Earth Ecosystem and proper Homo sapiens evolvement at high standards of living. Forest coverage modulate local and global climate, in general where there is a forest there should be considered life at high standards because of proper oxygenation, weather, agriculture, farming and food supply and scenary in the case of close-to-forest urban areas. Micro-streams are at the plateau of river basins and exits because of …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 58–61 Read article
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Effect of Manure on the Physical, Chemical and Biological Properties of Soil
Abstract: Manure is the rotten form of dead plants and animals. It is organic matter that is used as organicfertilizer in agriculture and donate to the fertility of soil by adding organic matter and nutrients, andit can be classified as animal manure, green manure, and compost manure. To meet the nutrientrequirement of crop using organic manures would be an inevitable practice in the years to come forsustainable agriculture since organic manures …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 7–14 Read article
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Comparison of Various Methodologies used for Automating Plant Disease Detection using Image Processing
Abstract: In India, major of economy and development depends on agriculture, so plant disease detection becomeimportant for us so that if any crop is destroyed due to diseases is known to us prior and we can overcomethe loss of crops due to plant diseases. It is better to catch the disease in the initial phase so that the largescaledamage of crops can be prevented. Traditionally, the diseases incurred via the naked …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 20–23 Read article
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Short Review on Indoor Farming a Future of the Country
Abstract: We are currently confronted with unstoppable tendencies in population growth, water scarcity, urbanization, and ongoing and persistent climatic change. All of these factors lead to dwindling arable land stocks per person. Land resources for agriculture are dwindling, and officials in the country are grappling with issues of sustainability and feeding the country's fast rising population. Exemplified urban vertical farming is the ideal approach for increasing food production in the future. …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 27–32 Read article