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Parasitism Efficiency of Trichogramma evanescens (Westwood) on Spodoptera frugiperda (J. E. Smith) Eggs under the Laboratory Conditions

Amany Nady Siam & Magdy Youssef El-Kholy · Asian Journal of Research in Agriculture and Forestry · 2025

This study were carried-out to determine the potential parasitism of Trichogramma evanescens (Hymenoptera:Trichogrammatidae) on Spodoptera frugiperda (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) egg masses under laboratory conditions. Egg masses of S. frugiperda and Sitotroga cerealella were exposed...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajraf/2025/v11i3416

Adaptation and Growth Performance of Different Bamboo Species in Highland Area of Bale, Oromia Region, Southeast Ethiopia

Wondmagegn Bekele, Bikila Mengistu, Hirpa Abebe, Zerihun Dibaba, Fikru Ameyu & Bacha Bultuma · Asian Journal of Research in Agriculture and Forestry · 2025

This study was conducted aimed to introduce different exotic bamboo species to Bale via evaluating their adaptability and growth performance under the field condition of Bale highland area, Ethiopia. For hundreds of years, Ethiopia was limited to two native bamboo species. The in...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajraf/2025/v11i3414

Gender-based Constraints and Opportunities in Oil Palm Value Chain Development: A Study of Smallholder Farmers in Southeast Nigeria

Veronica Uchechukwu IKENGA · Asian Journal of Research in Agriculture and Forestry · 2025

The study looks into the constraints and opportunities related to gender in the oil palm business of smallholder farmers in Anambra and Enugu States. The cultivation of oil palm means a lot to Nigeria’s agriculture, but women often face difficulties when it comes to productivity...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajraf/2025/v11i3412

Analysis of Determinants Influencing Oil Palm Farmers’ Adoption of Agricultural Technologies and their Impact on Agribusiness Productivity in Delta State, Nigeria

Onyeka OKOH & CANICE N. IKEOJI · Asian Journal of Research in Agriculture and Forestry · 2025

The purpose of the study is to discover the factors affecting Delta State farmers' use of agricultural technology and assess its effects on the performance of agribusiness in this area. A survey and an ex-post facto research design were used to collect information from a set of r...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajraf/2025/v11i3413

Assessment of the Fertilizing Properties of Rabbit Urine Combined with Cattle Manure on the Growth and Yield of Maize

Philbert Mbonayo, Lambert Niyoyitungiye, Fabrice Kana & Marie Joyeuse Nimubona · Asian Journal of Research in Agriculture and Forestry · 2025

The objective of this study is to evaluate the fertilizing properties of rabbit urine combined with cattle manure on the growth and yield of maize. The study was conducted between January and June 2024, in a real-world setting located in the natural region of Buyogoma, within the...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajraf/2025/v11i3411

Impact of Climate Change on the Agriculture Sector in Kenya

Naftaly Mose, Joseph Kinuthia & Edwin Kipchirchir · Asian Journal of Research in Agriculture and Forestry · 2025

The agricultural sector is both a major source of economic growth and a sector that is negatively impacted by climate change in Kenya. Therefore, this study examines the impact of climate change on the growth of the agricultural sector in Kenya. This study scrutinizes these dynam...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajraf/2025/v11i3410

Quantifying Soil Carbon Stocks and Sequestration Rate under Tree Canopy Litter in Sudan Savannah

Muhammad Bashir Shuaib, Muhammad Murtala Sauwa, Mahama Musah, Emeka James Onele, Yusuf Jiddah Abdulkareem & Elizabeth Oluwatunmise Akanbi · Asian Journal of Research in Agriculture and Forestry · 2025

Soils of the Sudan Savannah face severe degradation that threatens their ability to serve as soil organic carbon sinks. The impact of tree litter on soil carbon stock and carbon sequestration is essential for enhancing soil fertility, mitigating climate change effects, and sustai...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajraf/2025/v11i3409

Foliar Melatonin Application Mitigates Salt Stress Effects on Wheat Photosynthesis, Antioxidant Activity and Grain Quality

Feisal M. Ismaeil, Nagla N. Suleman, Abderhim A. Jabereldar & Ahmed M. El Naim · Asian Journal of Research in Agriculture and Forestry · 2025

The present study was performed at the Farm of the Department of Laboratory, China. To evaluate the effects of pre-anthesis melatonin priming in alleviating the negative impact of post-anthesis salt stress on plant growth, yield, and quality of two winter wheat (Triticum aestivum...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajraf/2025/v11i3408

Evaluation of the Agricultural Productivity of Three Maize Varieties (Zea mays) and Their Adaptability to Climatic Constraints in Tolloré (Mayo Rey, North Cameroon)

Elisabeth Yaboki, Valentin Yvan Emmanuel Mvondo, Claudine Vounba, Saifoullah Daïrou, Alain Loabe Pahimi, Pa Aï Vivien Nenwala, Sobda Gonne, Didier Begoude & Tata Ngome Precillia Ijang · Asian Journal of Research in Agriculture and Forestry · 2025

The aim of this study is to evaluate the adaptability of three improved maize varieties (CMS 8704, CMS 8501 and CMS 9015) at Tolloré in Northern Cameroon. Trials were set up at different planting periods (early sowing (ES), normal sowing (NS) and late sowing (LS)), using a Fische...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajraf/2025/v11i3407

Tea Marketing in Kano and Benue State of Nigeria: A Comparative Study

Yahaya, A.T., Adeoye, I.A, Ugwu C. A., Abachi, U., Benson, C.P., Abdullahi, A., Ujunwa, E.I., Ejugwu, J.O. & Muhammed, M. · Asian Journal of Research in Agriculture and Forestry · 2025

The study examined a comparative study of tea marketing in Benue and Kano states, Nigeria. A purposely sampling technique was used to select Otukpo, Gboko, Makurdi, & Feggae LGA areas respectively because they are big markets for tea trade in the study areas. A random samplin...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajraf/2025/v11i2406

Micropropagation of Ficus racemosa: An Important Forest Tree

Retno Mastuti, Endang Arisoesilaningsih & Aminatun Munawarti · Asian Journal of Research in Agriculture and Forestry · 2025

Ficus racemosa is a member of Moraceae which not only has many pharmacological benefits but also has ecological potential especially for water spring conservation. Reforestation is necessary to support the sustainability of the function and role of forest resources in the long te...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajraf/2025/v11i2404

Application of Policy Analysis Matrix in Measuring Marketing Efficiency of Tea in Nigeria

Yahaya A. T, Sanusi R. A., Fapojuwo O. E & Akerele D · Asian Journal of Research in Agriculture and Forestry · 2025

Tea is one of the most important cash crops in Nigeria and has the potential to contribute to food security and the Gross Domestic Product of the nation. Despite this, there is dearth of information on the competitiveness and comparative advantage of the commodity. This study was...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajraf/2025/v11i2405

Effects of Post-emergence BL Herbicide Application on Weed Management and Productivity of Wheat in Ethiopia

Malkamu Fufa Ajema · Asian Journal of Research in Agriculture and Forestry · 2025

Bread wheat is the most important cereal food grain crop in the world. However, its productivity has been limited by various abiotic and biotic factors, including weeds. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of post-emergence BL herbicide application on weed management and whe...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajraf/2025/v11i2403

Variation in Soil Properties Across Tehsils and Elevation Gradients in Mirzapur District, Uttar Pradesh, India

Baishali Mishra & Vinod Kumar · Asian Journal of Research in Agriculture and Forestry · 2025

The present study was undertaken with the objective to test whether the average soil characteristic contents (pH, EC, OC, N, P, K, S, Fe, Zn, Mn and B) in the soil are same for all four tehsils of Mirzapur district as well as for different elevation ranges. Soil is a key element...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajraf/2025/v11i2402

Effects of Replacing Maize with Maize Offal Supplemented with Enzyme Cocktail on Nutrient Digestibility and Growth Performance in Starter Broiler Chickens

Jimoh, A. & Tarhemba, F. · Asian Journal of Research in Agriculture and Forestry · 2025

The need to find alternative to expensive feed ingredients cannot be overemphasised as poultry products are currently not within the reach of the populace. This feeding trial was conducted to evaluate the nutrient digestibility and growth performance response of starter broiler c...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajraf/2025/v11i2401