admin 1. Introduction Agriculture continues to be a cornerstone of Nigeria’s economy, playing a vital role in its gross domestic product (GDP) and serving as the primary source of employment for the majority of the population [15] [29] [3]. In Southwest Nigeria, maize-rice cropping systems hold particular importance, as both maize and rice are not only … Read more
Soil is one of the most vital resources on Earth, supporting life and exhibiting a heterogeneous nature. The use of effluents for irrigating agricultural land is a common practice worldwide, particularly in developing countries where the cost of water treatment remains prohibitive. Irrigation with sewage effluents provides water, nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and organic matter … Read more
INTRODUCTION Rapidly growing population jeopardizes worldwide food stability. Nutrition security, defined as “Universal access to nutritious food, promoting healthy living, and supported by proper healthcare, education, and a clean environment”. This problem is significantly more serious in low-income countries like India, since farmers use extensive agricultural approaches to boost productivity and profitability. Imbalance diet is … Read more
Introduction Energy inputs are crucial for crop production and the increased use of fossil fuel energy resources has become important to both developed and developing countries. In India, energy use in agriculture has been increasing since the green revolution in the late sixties with increasing use of high-yielding varieties, synthetic fertilizers, agrochemicals, herbicides, machinery as … Read more
Introduction Phytohormones Plant hormones, also known as phytohormones, are chemical substances produced spontaneously in plants that regulate physiological reactions at low concentrations. Phytohormones are classified into two groups: growth promoters and growth inhibitors. Growth promoters enhance cell division, expansion, pattern creation, tropic growth, flowering, fruiting, and seed formation. Growth inhibitors involve numerous growth-inhibiting activities such … Read more
Introduction Economically viable and biologically sustainable farming needs good agricultural practices. The quality and productivity of the farm produce were directly or indirectly influenced by soil health. The biggest challenge in today’s agriculture world will be the maintenance of soil without altering environmental sustainability. Plant growth is always affected by a narrow area of soil … Read more
Introduction Honey, often referred to as “liquid gold,” has been cherished by human civilizations for millennia, not only for its delightful sweetness but also for its diverse medicinal properties. Originating as a natural product of honeybees (Apis mellifera) and other bee species, honey is formed through the collection of nectar from flowers, which is then … Read more
Introduction Agriculture is the backbone of global food production, sustaining billions of lives and driving economic growth in many regions. However, the intensification of agricultural practices over the past century has led to significant environmental challenges, particularly soil degradation and the loss of plant biodiversity. These issues are not only environmental but also economic, as … Read more
The history of Kalanamak rice is deeply intertwined with the local myths and cultural practices of the region. According to legend [16], [53]; [59], Lord Gautam Buddha, after he received enlightenment, was returning from Bodha Gaya to his father’s kingdom in Kapilvastu, he was requested by the villagers of Bajaha jungle (now Bajaha and Mathala … Read more
Significant environmental harm is caused by the global food production system, which also uses an enormous number of resources. Agriculture constitutes 60-70% of the total global water consumption, as reported by FAO in 2019. The practice of cultivating soil is currently encountering challenges due to various human activities, including industrialization and urbanization, soil fertility and quality depletion are … Read more