Our study was conducted over the period of two years and explored the impact of nitrogen fertilization and non-fertilization systems on soil health indicators and crop yield. Our study hypothesized that no fertilization coupled with cover cropping would enhance soil health, carbo...
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Research Article10.9734/ajraf/2023/v9i3228
This study was conducted to investigate the effects of D. mespiliformis; crude seed, mucilage and seed extracts on some surface water quality parameters and total bacteria count. The experiment was design as a factorial experiment in Complete Randomized Design (CRD). Sample water...
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Research Article10.9734/ajraf/2023/v9i4229
The focus on timber species as the main source of raw material for wood based panel is alarming. This research work evaluated the effect of particle sizes on bamboo particleboard. The study was carried out in the Scientific Equipment Development Institution, Awkuke Enugu State. L...
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Research Article10.9734/ajraf/2023/v9i3227
Aspilia africana and Sida acuta are two plant species that are widely distributed across Africa and are used in traditional medicine for various ailments. In this study, we aimed to compare their ecological characteristics and phytochemical constituents. Field surveys were conduc...
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Research Article10.9734/ajraf/2023/v9i3225
Biofortification is a promising strategy aimed at addressing widespread micronutrient deficiencies and improving human health. Micronutrient deficiencies, such as vitamin A, iron, and zinc deficiencies, pose significant public health challenges, particularly in developing countri...
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Research Article10.9734/ajraf/2023/v9i3224
The assessment of the economic benefits of the conservation of the Kwano chimpanzee forest habitat for sustainable conservation in GGNP, Nigeria was primarily aiming at assessing the economic benefits derived so far by the indigenes of the Gashaka village which is the closest set...
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Research Article10.9734/ajraf/2023/v9i3223
The rhizosphere, the region of soil influenced by plant roots, is teeming with bacteria that play a crucial role in enhancing soil nutrient accessibility and promoting plant nutrient absorption. These bacteria interact with plants and soil in ways that have profound implications...
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Research Article10.9734/ajraf/2023/v9i3222
Aims: Rapeseed (Brassica napus L.) as one of the most important oilseeds in the world, has a special role in cultivation and plant breeding research. Especially, the properties of rapeseed oil compounds, which have high oleic acid, antioxidant and positive effects on cholesterol,...
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Research Article10.9734/ajraf/2023/v9i3221
The world is facing with the critical challenge of nourishing a growing global population while ensuring the long-term sustainability of our food systems. In this context, agronomy emerges as a powerful discipline that holds the key to nurturing a sustainable food system for a fl...
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Research Article10.9734/ajraf/2023/v9i3219
The diameters and heights of the trees are two of the most important measurements in a forest inventory for biomass estimation and sustainable management. Measuring tree height in a forest stand is time consuming and costly, it is necessary to develop models that accurately estim...
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Research Article10.9734/ajraf/2023/v9i3218
For proper management of a forest, it is best to harmonise demand and availability of fuel wood. With this, the study estimate the wood consumed as fuel and the factors that influence wood consumed as fuel in selected communities. Four communities were purposively chosen based on...
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Research Article10.9734/ajraf/2023/v9i3217
The efficacy of a bio compound, Protecto (Bacillus thuringiensis) and botanicals extract (mixture of ginger, garlic, hot red pepper extracts and aloe vera) either in combination with Trichogramma evanescens releases or alone was evaluated in comparison to an insecticide, Uphold...
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Research Article10.9734/ajraf/2023/v9i3216
Ngueguim Chenang Elvis, Tsemo Tchuenwo Diane Christelle, Menyene Etoundi Laurent Florent, Mewamba Ariane Prisca, Inimbock Sorel Leocardie, Ella Ella Yannick Patrick, Djimarabeye Christian Mbairessem & Kankeu Kayou Ulrich Romaric·Asian Journal of Research in Agriculture and Forestry·2023
Aims: This study, carried out in the Teaching and Research Forest (FER) of the national school of water and forests (ENEF) Mbalmayo, is part of the maintenance and protection of its biodiversity. The general objective is to identify the anthropogenic threats to the ENEF's FER. Sp...
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Research Article10.9734/ajraf/2023/v9i3215
Aims: The effects of Pretilachor pyribenzoxim (PP) pollution on the water quality, serum biochemical indices, and behavioural response of Oreochromis niloticus Juveniles were studied. Study Design: The completely randomized design was used in this study. Place and Duration of St...
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Research Article10.9734/ajraf/2023/v9i3214
A field survey was conducted in Ngel-Nyaki Forest Reserve to assess the diversity of bees within the Reserve. Two methods of sampling techniques were used to sample bee species, opportunistic sampling and systematic sweep netting. Opportunistic sampling method was applied by swee...
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Research Article10.9734/ajraf/2023/v9i3213