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The Effects of Pre-germination Treatments on Seed Germination and Growth of Wild Guavas in the Kingdom of Eswatini, Southern Africa

Thulani Sikhondze, Kwanele A. Nxumalo, Michael T. Masarirambi, Paul K. Wahome & Mathole G. Zwane · Asian Journal of Agricultural and Horticultural Research · 2020

Dormancy is a condition where seeds will not germinate even when the environmental conditions (water, temperature and aeration) are permissive for germination. Wild guavas (Psidium guajava L.) are very popular in all agro-ecological zones of Eswatini. Farmers have shown an intere...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajahr/2020/v5i130041

Simplified Orange (Citrus spp.) Production Guide for Small-scale Farmers

Hillary M. O. Otieno · Asian Journal of Agricultural and Horticultural Research · 2020

Orange production provides both nutritional and financial benefits to farmers across Africa. However, these farmers do not realize the full benefits due to low yields caused by poor agronomic practices currently applied in the region. This guide, therefore, highlights key practic...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajahr/2020/v5i130040

Effects of Poultry Manure, N. P. K Fertilizer and Their Combination on the Growth and Yield of Sweet Pepper

P. Atta Poku Snr, C. G. Kyere, P. A. Poku Jnr, E. Oppong & G. Twumasi · Asian Journal of Agricultural and Horticultural Research · 2020

The objective of the experiment was to investigate the influence of organic (poultry) manure, inorganic manure (N.P.K) and their combination on the growth and yield of sweet pepper in the transitional zone of Ghana. The experiment was conducted at the research field of the Colleg...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajahr/2020/v5i130039

Root-shoot Growth and Water Status of Garden Egg in Moisture Stressed Conditions in Ghana

Joseph Kinansua Laary · Asian Journal of Agricultural and Horticultural Research · 2020

Garden egg (Solanum spp) growth and development is affected in varying drought and poor soil conditions in Ghana. A study was conducted to identify the response patterns of garden egg genotypes root growth and plants water status under varying moisture stressed conditions of the...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajahr/2020/v5i130038

Effect of Planting Method and Seeding Date on Leaf and Seed Production of Lettuce

M. Shahinul, M. Rahman, M. M. R. Salim, B. Ahmed & M. H. Rashid · Asian Journal of Agricultural and Horticultural Research · 2019

Aim: The objective of this study is to identify the suitable planting method and seeding time for leaf and seed production of lettuce. Place and Duration: A field study was carried out in Bangadandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Agricultural University (BSMRAU), Gazipur Bangladesh durin...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajahr/2019/v4i430037

Bio-fortification of Quality Protein Maize (Zea mays L.) with Beta Carotene

D. O. Ibirinde, K. Balogun, J. E. Uloko & A. S. Adetunji · Asian Journal of Agricultural and Horticultural Research · 2019

Alike other cereals, maize is deficient in certain essential amino acids such as lysine and tryptophan. While lysine is critical in protein synthesis for the growth of tissues and important in the absorption of calcium from the intestinal mucosa, tryptophan is the biological prec...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajahr/2019/v4i430035

Adoption of Recommended Bio-fertilizer Technologies among Soybean Growers in Ujjain Distrsict of Madhya Pradesh

Vaijanti Patidar, Sandhya Choudhary, Abhay Wankhede & S. K. Choudhary · Asian Journal of Agricultural and Horticultural Research · 2019

Bio-fertilizers are living organisms that enrich the nutrient quality of the soil. It refers to the use of microbes instead of chemicals to enhance the nutrition of the soil. Conventional fertilizers are those formed through decomposition including compost; household wastes and g...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajahr/2019/v4i430034

Physiological Assessment of Radiation and PVP/ Zn-Nanoparticles on Sour Orange Seedling

Nadia A. Hamed, M. Salah, M. F. Ahmed & Tahsin Shoala · Asian Journal of Agricultural and Horticultural Research · 2019

Aims: The objective of this study is evaluate the effects of both pre-sowing gamma irradiation at low dose of 0 or 20 Gy and the soaking part of radiated seeds in zinc nanoparticles (Zn NPs) solutions at rate 0, 500, 1000 and 2000 ppm on behavior and physiological changes of sour...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajahr/2019/v4i430033

Prevalence and Occurrence of Various Wilt Pathogens Associated with Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.) in Togo

Kwasi Dzola Ayisah, Koffi Simiti & Mawuli Kossivi Aziadekey · Asian Journal of Agricultural and Horticultural Research · 2019

In December 2015, wilt symptoms on tomato plants (Solanum lycopersicum L.) were observed on vegetable growing perimeters in Sotouboua district in Togo. The disease, manifested by wilting of the youngest leaves followed by wilting and total desiccation of plants who eventually dy,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajahr/2019/v4i430032

Morphology and Yield Potentials of Lablab Bean Genotypes Grown in Early Kharif Season

D. Deb Nath, M. S. Islam, T. Akter & J. Ferdousi · Asian Journal of Agricultural and Horticultural Research · 2019

An experiment was conducted during March 2014 to August 2014 at the experimental field of Sylhet Agricultural University (SAU), Sylhet to study the morphological variability, yield and yield contributing characteristics among the four lablab bean genotypes viz., SB003, SB010-1, S...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajahr/2019/v4i430031

Pith Necrosis of Tomato Caused by Pseudomonas viridiflava May Not Decrease Production

F. P. Monteiro, C. Ogoshi, D. A. Cardoso & V. Perazolli · Asian Journal of Agricultural and Horticultural Research · 2019

Aims: This study aimed to measure the losses in the production of tomato plants caused by the bacteria P. viridiflava. Study Design: Experiments were performed in a completely randomized design with six replicates. Place and Duration of Study: The study was conducted on the Caçad...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajahr/2019/v4i430030

Effects of Seeds Source and Manure Type on Germination and Early Growth of Khaya senegalensis (Desr) A. Juss Seedlings in Bauchi State, Nigeria

E. M. Abubakar & E. K. Rabo · Asian Journal of Agricultural and Horticultural Research · 2019

Khaya senegalensis (Desr) A. Juss is a perennial deciduous tree which has many uses in developing nations. The population of the tree is rapidly declining due to no conservation efforts to prevent the species from endanger and extinction. At the moment there is dearth information...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajahr/2019/v4i430029

Growth and Yield Response of Two Onion (Allium cepa L.) Varieties to Organic and Inorganic Fertilizers in the Forest- Savannah Transitional Zone of Ghana

Ali A. Danje, M. E. Essilfie & E. K. Asiedu · Asian Journal of Agricultural and Horticultural Research · 2019

The objective of the experiment was to evaluate the influence of organic and inorganic fertilizers on growth and yield of two onion varieties in the transitional zone of Ghana. The experiment was laid out in a split plot design with 3 replications. Two varieties [Bawku Red and Re...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajahr/2019/v4i430028

Influence of Pre-Harvest Bagging on Fruit Quality of Mango (Mangifera indica L.) cv. Langra

Md. Tariqul Islam, Md. Shazadur Rahman, Mst. Moli Akter, Md. Nazmul Hasan & Md. Sorof Uddin · Asian Journal of Agricultural and Horticultural Research · 2019

Fruits are susceptible to insect pest infestations, bird attack, various pathogens, and mechanical damages, all of which can reduce their commercial value and thereby cause significant yield and economic losses. The objective of this study was to control mango pests and diseases...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajahr/2019/v4i430027

An Economic Analysis of Rice Production in Pakistan: A Case Study

Bilal Bashir, Bilal Nawaz & Saira Sattar · Asian Journal of Agricultural and Horticultural Research · 2019

Rice is the second-largest crop in Pakistan as it contributes 1.3% share in the GDP of Pakistan. For the last couple of year’s rice economy is caught up in a very complex situation. The present study was designed to find the yield gap, cost of production, technical efficiency and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajahr/2019/v4i330025