1. Introduction In Ethiopia, cow’s milk butter (locally known as Kibe) is a premier dairy product that plays a central role in the national diet, economy, and traditional culture. It contains a large amount of milk fat (at least 80%) and a lesser proportion of other milk components [18]. Beyond its use as a nutrient-dense food … Read more
1.0 Introduction Environmental radiation forms an integral part of the Earth’s natural environment and primarily arises from cosmic radiation as well as naturally occurring radionuclides found in rocks, soils, water, and the atmosphere [39,40]. Human exposure to ionising radiation from these natural sources is inevitable, although the level of exposure varies depending on geological characteristics, … Read more
INTRODUCTION Turkey production in Nigeria has been growing in recent years, as evidenced by an increase in number of turkey farms and turkey meat produced. Turkeys are easy to manage and have a relatively high turnover rate with quick returns on capital investment (1). They are unique among other poultry birds due to their outstanding … Read more
Fish is highly vulnerable to post-harvest damage, typically manifesting as fleshly impairment or microbial spoilage. Rough handling during capture and transport leads to physical damage, while poor hygiene and inadequate sanitation environments significantly expedite the spoilage process [9]. Research indicates that environmental factors such as high temperatures, alongside inappropriate processing, storage, and supply chain inefficiencies, … Read more
Introduction The conservation of alternative feed resources in the form of silage plays an important role in sustaining livestock production, particularly during the dry season when the availability of fresh forage is limited. Nevertheless, reliance on low-quality conserved feeds may lead to reduced animal performance, inferior carcass quality, and lower yields of meat cuts. The … Read more
1.0 Introduction Heavy metals are naturally occurring elements that exist in trace concentrations in the environment but can become toxic when present at elevated levels in aquatic ecosystems. These metals enter aquatic systems through both natural processes such as weathering of rocks and anthropogenic activities including industrial discharge, petroleum exploration, agricultural runoff, and atmospheric deposition … Read more
1. Introduction Irrigation systems driven by solar energy are especially referred to as solar-powered irrigation (SPI) systems. It entails employing photovoltaic (PV) panels, sometimes referred to as solar panels, to capture solar energy and use it to create electricity. Afterwards, this electricity powers irrigation water pumps, offering a dependable and sustainable power source for agricultural … Read more
Introduction Agricultural water management contains wider practices, including in situ moisture conservation, water harvesting, rainwater harvesting, supplementary irrigation, various techniques of wetland development such as treadle pumps, drip irrigation systems and sprinkler systems [1]. More recently, the increasing focus on good practices on water development and used especially in dry lands, which is recognised as … Read more
Introduction: The backbone of Nigeria’s plantain production is the smallholder farmer. Typically, these are individuals managing family plots of less than two hectares, often passed down through generations [1]. A concerning trend is the aging of this workforce; the average farmer is often over 45, as younger generations seek opportunities away from farming [2]. While … Read more
INTRODUCTION L’agriculture urbaine et périurbaine occupe aujourd’hui une place centrale dans les systèmes alimentaires d’Afrique subsaharienne. La croissance démographique soutenue et l’urbanisation rapide exercent une pression croissante sur l’offre alimentaire, rendant nécessaire l’optimisation des espaces de production situés à la périphérie des centres urbains [13,16] . Dans ce contexte, les cultures maraîchères constituent un levier … Read more