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Seasonal Changes in Field-to-storage Insect-pests of Maize and Implications for Their Control in South-Western Cameroon

Divine Nsobinenyui, Nelson N. Ntonifor & Eric B. Fokam · Journal of Agriculture and Ecology Research International · 2017

Aims: To identity and assess the seasonal population dynamics of field-to-store insect-pests of maize at various harvesting dates in South-western Cameroon. Methodology: Maize was planted mid-monthly during the rainy season months of 2014 and 2015 in 16 plots. At physiological ma...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JAERI/2017/35378

Assessment of Sulfur Deficiency in Soils through Plant Analysis in Three Representative Areas of the Central Highlands of Ethiopia-IV

Assefa Menna · Journal of Agriculture and Ecology Research International · 2017

Field survey was conducted in Arsi(Ar), East Shewa(ES) and Oromia Liuu(OL) zones in 2012-15 cropping seasons, aimed at assessing sulfur(S) status of soils through plant analysis. The general information on land-use, soil types, were collected using semi-structured questionnaire t...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JAERI/2017/34287

Pollen Album of Rhizophora Members in Nigeria and Its Taxonomic Implications

J. K. Ebigwai, A. A. Egbe, B. L. Nyannanyo & B. A. Ngele · Journal of Agriculture and Ecology Research International · 2017

Pollen samples of Rhizophora individuals in Nigeria Niger Delta were conducted to generate a pollen album. Samples were collected in permanent plots in Koko, Ogidigben (Delta State), Akakumama, Nembe (Bayelsa State), Olupiri-Epelema, Ugwede (Rivers State), Ikwe, Opolom (Akwa Ibom...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JAERI/2017/33497

Effects of Biochar and Poultry Manure on the Composition of Phosphorus Solubilizing Fungi and Soil Available Phosphorus Concentration in an Oxisol

C. A. Phares, B. A. Osei & S. Tagoe · Journal of Agriculture and Ecology Research International · 2017

Introduction: The use of biochar to restore soil fertility is still in the exploratory stages in Ghana and there is paucity of information regarding the effect of biochar on soil biochemical properties. An experiment was conducted to evaluate the effect of biochar solely applied...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JAERI/2017/34526

Evaluation of Soil and Climatic Conditions Supporting Maize (Zea mays L.) Production in Makurdi, Nigeria

S. O. Odoemena & E. A. Igomu · Journal of Agriculture and Ecology Research International · 2017

The aim was to evaluate the suitability of the soils for the production of maize and to have a detailed soil database for effective land use planning. Soil requirements for maize were collected from past research works and compared with data obtained from the field survey. The st...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JAERI/2017/33963

Contribution of Women to Household Expenditure in Rural Communities of Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State, Nigeria

U. N. Uzokwe · Journal of Agriculture and Ecology Research International · 2017

This study looked at the contribution of women to household expenditure in rural communities of Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State, Nigeria. The study objectives were to: Find out the socio-economic characteristics of women, identify the different income generatin...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JAERI/2017/32910

Ethnobotanical Survey of Endangered Antimalarial and Analgesic Plants of Togo for the Safeguard of the Medicinal Biodiversity

K. Koudouvo, A. Denou, K. Esseh, R. Sanogo, K. Essien, D. Diallo, K. Kokou, S. K. Tozo, K. Aklikokou, J. C. Aguiyi & M. Gbéassor · Journal of Agriculture and Ecology Research International · 2017

The correlation between the threat of species and the use of medicinal plants is necessary for the preservation of this biodiversity. However, in Sub-Saharan Africa, particularly in Togo, where the majority of the population use herbal medicines as first health care recourse, few...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JAERI/2017/29303

Sea Water Intrusion and Surface Water Salinity and Its Influence on Irrigation Water Quality in Ramisi Area, Kenya

A. Chalala, L. M. Chimbevo, J. M. Kahindo, M. M. Awadh & J. B. Malala · Journal of Agriculture and Ecology Research International · 2017

Cane growing is one of the major economic activities in Ramisi, Kwale County besides tourisms and fishing. Although Ramisi Sugar Factory has been defunct for long previously, it has been reinstated and now christened Kwale International Sugar Company Limited (KISCOL). Coast regio...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JAERI/2017/16642

Dog Ecology and Management in Niger State, Nigeria: A Basic Tool for Rabies Control

A. Garba, A. A. Dzikwi, H. M. Kazeem, O. A. Makanju, F. O. Hambagba, N. O. Abduazeez, I. P. Ekeh_Chinedu, A. B. Tirmidhi, S. E. Hambolu & J. U. Umoh · Journal of Agriculture and Ecology Research International · 2017

Aims: To examine the dog ecology and management as it relates to the control of rabies in Niger State, Nigeria. Study Design:  Questionnaire based survey. Place and Duration of Study: Structured questionnaires on dog ecology and management were administered in Niger State of Nige...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JAERI/2017/32442

Potentials of Aqueous Extract of Pod Husk Parkia biglobosa (Jacq.) Benth as a Biopesticide in Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus (L.) Moench) Production

O. O. Fayinminnu, O. O. Adeniyi, O. Y. Alabi & D. O. Omobusuyi · Journal of Agriculture and Ecology Research International · 2017

Aims: This study evaluated potentials of aqueous extract of pod husk of Parkia biglobosa as a biopesticide in okra production. Study Design: The study employed a radomized complete block design with seven treatments (5, 10, 15 and 20% Parkia biglobosa aqueous pod husk extract (PP...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JAERI/2017/32529

Present Status of Low Depth Shrimp Farming System with Special Reference to Soil-water Characteristics in South-West Region of Bangladesh

Md. Motiur Rahman, Md. Ariful Islam, H. M. Rakibul Islam & Khan Kamal Uddin Ahmed · Journal of Agriculture and Ecology Research International · 2017

Management of soil and water quality parameters is important catalysts for gaining sustainable fish production in Bangladesh. In this context, a comprehensive survey was done to categories existing shrimp farms locally called ghers of Sadar Upazilla covering each union based on w...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JAERI/2017/33404

Effect of Sheep Manure and Phosphorus Fertiliser on Productivity of Snap Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) in Northern Rwanda

C. Bucagu, B. Ufitinema, D. Umutoniwabo, F. Niyitanga & A. Karangwa · Journal of Agriculture and Ecology Research International · 2017

Aims: Snap bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) productivity is low in Rwanda. Investigations were carried out to assess the productivity of Snap bean using pot experiments. Methodology: The experiment was laid out in a completely randomized design with seven (7) treatments: Compost (T0)...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JAERI/2017/32943

Creosote Bush, an Arid Zone Survivor in Southwestern U.S.: 1. Identification of Morphological and Environmental Factors that Affect Its Growth and Development

Sumin Kim, James R. Kiniry & Lynn Loomis · Journal of Agriculture and Ecology Research International · 2017

Creosote bush (Larrea tridentata [DC.] Cov.) is a perennial shrub which is a major dominant species in arid rangelands in southwestern Texas, U.S. Controlling creosote bush in desert rangelands is important because as it increases in density, perennial grass production is reduced...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JAERI/2017/33204

Chinese Agricultural Sector: A Review of Prospects and Challenges

Owusu Samuel Mensah, Zhuang Jincai, Chen Hua, Chun Yan Wang, Thomas Bilaliib Udimal, Jincheng Yin & Chen Cong · Journal of Agriculture and Ecology Research International · 2017

With about 22% of the global population and less than 10% of cultivated land worldwide, China faces many challenges in the agricultural sector. This paper reviewed and synthesized the major challenges facing the Chinese agricultural sector and its future prospects. The study iden...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JAERI/2017/32422

Degree Days to 50% Flowering for 12 Cultivars of Spring Canola-Like Mustard

K. M. Hunter, D. W. Archer, R. W. Gesch, M. F. Vigil, J. L. Hatfield, B. L. Allen, J. D. Jabro, S. Kim, M. N. Meki & J. R. Kiniry · Journal of Agriculture and Ecology Research International · 2017

Modeling efforts for simulating canola have been based on growth parameters previously established in the Northern Great Plains. However, with advances in canola (Brassica sp.) genetics, establishing parameters for newly developed cultivars are essential for the best modeling pro...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JAERI/2017/33158