Vol.41, Iss. 5

Effect of Organic Acids and Trichoderma harzianum in Reducing the Effect of Sodium Chloride on Wheat Growth

Qasim H.A.Aljboori, A.V. Kurovsky, Andrey Babenko, Ekaterina Kornievskaya

Salinity is an abiotic factor affecting the growth and production of wheat plants, which poses a significant threat to global food security. This study aimed to evaluate the synergy of organic acids (folic acid, salicylic acid, and humic acid), together with T…

Studying Some Environmental Aspects of Leaf-Miner on the Plant Leaves in the Al-Muthanna Governorate

Khalid J. Al-Hussainawy, Dalal Tareq Al-Ameri

The results of this study are conducted during the period from 01 10 2023 to 01 04 2024. It showed that the recording of four species of tunnel makers; Agromyza albipenniss, Liriomyza orbona, Liriomyza trifolii, and Phytomyza horticola, have been infecting twe…

Ecotoxicological Effects of Sevin10% and Chlorofet on Soil Fungal Community Dynamics

Balqees S. Al-Ali, Dhafar Dh. Al-Khion, Fadhil Jabbar Farhan, Salah N. Aziz, Ameer A. Mohammed

Fungi play an essential role in nutrient cycling and soil health, but they are adversely affected by pesticide application in the soil. This study evaluates pesticide effects on agricultural soil fungi growth in Abu Al-Khaseeb to understanding ecological risks…

Comparative Evaluation of Some Unconventional Non-Chemical Approaches to Eradicate Bed Bugs Cimex Lectularius L. (Hemiptera: Cimicidae)

Mohammed Saheb Abed, Meeri Kadhim Al-Fatlawi, Hussein Ali Salim, Waleed Khaled Kaddem Al-Sudani, Dan Florin Mihailescu

Bed bugs (Hemiptera: Cimicidae) are notorious and nuisance pests and are hematophagous ectoparasites of humans. Their infestations in human dwellings pose a serious threat to human populations. The extensive use of synthetic insecticides against bed bugs resul…

Development of Apple and Beetroot Blended Ready-to-Serve Drink with Enhanced Nutritional Properties

Ibrar Alam, Majid S. Hashmi, Mukaram Shah, Muhammad Ayub, Ayaz Ahmad, Sahib Alam et al.

With the advancement in scientific research, the development of functional beverages with improved nutritional profile is gaining popularity. For this purpose, different vegetables are being blended with fruits to increase the functionality of finished product…

Biocontrol Potential of Paenibacillus sp. and Bacillus thuringiensis Against Fusarium proliferatum in Melon Manis Terengganu

Sarina Mat Rosid, Siti Nurul Aini Abdul Rahman, Noor Afiza Badaluddin, Mariana Mohammad, Mohammad Moneruzzaman khandaker, Mohd Eeyad Arief Mohd Nor Asri

Cucumis melo var. Inodorus cv. Manis Terengganu 1 or Melon Manis Terengganu (MMT), is an iconic fruit widely cultivated in Terengganu, Malaysia. However, over-reliance on chemical pesticides and synthetic fertilizers has degraded soil fertility, posed health r…

Seed Germination Response of Chickpea Varieties to Different Chemical Applications

Abdullah, Muhammad Ishfaq Khan

The laboratory experiments were conducted at Department of Weed Science and Botany, The University of Agriculture Peshawar, during the studied year 2022 and 2023. Using completely randomized design (CRD) with factorial arrangement having three replications. A…

Effect of Different Herbicides and Plant Extracts on Yield and Yield Components of Canola Cultivars

Meher Ali, Ijaz Ahmad Khan, Zahid Hussain, Muhammad Saddique, Rashid Anwar

A field trial was conducted during the Rabi season of 2023 at the Agriculture Research Institute Tarnab (ARI) Peshawar to evaluate the effects of different herbicides and plant extracts on the yield and yield components of canola cultivars. The experiment was…

Sustainability Supply Chain Through Collaborative Strategies

Yayat Rahmat Hidayat, Yuhanin Zamrodah, Siti Wahana

Collaboration for food supply chain sustainability is a widely adopted business strategy in developed countries; however, research on this topic remains limited in developing countries, including Indonesia. This study examines several factors influencing colla…

Effect of Bioslurry-Based Integrated Nutrient Management on Yield and Quality of Tomato, Carrot, and Spinach

Md Tariqul Islam, M Hossain Sumon, Jobaida Shovna Khanam, Nasrin Sultana, M Ashraful Islam

A field experiment was carried out from November 2018 to July 2019 at the horticulture field of Bangladesh Agricultural University (BAU) and the Bangladesh Livestock Research Institute (BLRI) to evaluate the integrated effects of bio-slurry and inorganic ferti…

Phytochemical Composition of Fruit and Leaf Terpenoid Extracts of Melia azedarach L. and Their Bioactivity Against Culex pipiens L. (Diptera: Culicidae)

Wail Ismael Hassan, Abbas Ali Zamani, Yousif Dakheel Rashid, Arezoo Jamshidi

Culex pipiens L. mosquitoes are among the most medically important vectors, transmitting pathogens such as West Nile virus, St. Louis encephalitis, and filarial worms. The development of resistance to conventional insecticides has intensified the search for ec…

Autoclave-Assisted Mycosynthesis of Copper Nanoparticles from Pleurotus ostreatus Extract: Characterisation and Toxicity Analysis

Roslina Ainna Roslan, Nurul Aili Zakaria, Sharifah Aminah Syed Mohamad, Norfatimah Mohamed Yunus, Lyena Watty Zuraine Ahmad

Copper nanoparticles (CuNPs) have gained significant attention due to their wide range of applications, particularly in antibacterial treatments. In this study, we synthesized CuNPs using an eco-friendly mycosynthesis approach with Pleurotus ostreatus (oyster…

Clustering of Sago Palm Metroxylon sagu Rottb. in Luwu District South Sulawesi Based on Morphology and Genetics Similiarity Using RAPD Markers

Mir Alam, Juhriah

The main objective of this study is to explore the characteristics of morphology and genetic diversity with RAPD markers to clustering sago in Luwu Regency. The 17 sago plants were used from 6 villages in 4 Sub-districts and 1 City. DNA analysis using 10 RAPD…

Model for Improving the Competence of Livestock Extension Workers in the Indonesia-Timor Leste Border Region

Ture Simamora, Ody Wolfrit Matoneng, Brigida Antonia Correia, Ligia Tomas Correia

The aim of the current research is to develop a model that will help improve the competence of livestock extension agents in the Indonesia–Timor Leste border region with 120 respondents. Results reveal that majority of the extension workers had moderate…

Epidemiological and Taxonomic Insights into the Tomato Mycobiota of Bajaur, Pakistan

Rashid Ahmad, Muhammad Iqbal, Hazrat Bilal, Muhammad Abdul Haq, Aminul Haq

Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.), a globally significant vegetable crop, faces significant productivity constraints due to fungal pathogens. This study investigated the diversity, prevalence, disease incidence, and yield losses of tomato crops in Bajaur Distri…

Ethnobotanical Knowledge and Therapeutic Uses of Ormenis mixta and Citrus limon in the Taza Region of Morocco

Hajar Kodad, Oussama Chauiyakh, Hammadi El Farissi, Safae El Aammouri, Smail Amalich, Malika Tiskar et al.

The erosion of traditional knowledge in Morocco, coupled with the limited scientific validation of medicinal plants, poses a threat to both cultural heritage and sustainable healthcare practices. This ethnobotanical study examines the traditional uses of Ormen…

Evaluating the Impact of Farmyard Manure and Urea on Growth and Harvest Yield of High-Altitude Onion (Allium cepa L.)

Hamida Bibi, Mubashar Ayaz, Mudassar Iqbal, Hajra Haroon, Hassan Wahab

In many agricultural lands, soil nitrogen levels are limited to support optimal crop yields therefore to address the agriculture sustainability integrated use of organic and inorganic fertilizers has emerged as a promising solution. Herein this study aimed to…

Impact of Orchard Age on Citrus Nematode Population Dynamics and Evaluation of Native Rhizobacteria for Nematode Management

Ehsan Abdul Qadir, Saman Aslam, Waqas Raza, Asma Safdar, Adil Mahmood, M. Imran Hamid

Citrus slow decline disease caused by citrus nematode (Tylenchulus semipenetrans Cobb) is of significant importance and prevailing in all citrus growing areas. The concept of this study was to select citrus orchards with different age groups to assess the popu…

Evaluation of Biological Activities of Eryngium foetidum Leaf Extracts under Different Drying Temperatures and Extraction Solvents

Syafiq Hamizan Othman, Nur Azra Aliah Roslan, Siti Aishah Abu Bakar, Dhiya Dalila Zawawi, Noor Muzamil Mohamad, Tajul Afif Abdullah

Eryngium foetidum, known as ‘Ketumbar Jawa’ in Malay, is a traditional medicinal herb recognized for its antioxidant, antiproliferative, and antimicrobial properties. Despite its traditional use, limited scientific data exist on the bioactivities o…

The Role of Community Capacity Development in Optimizing Assets as a Factor For Sustainable Livelihoods of the Bajo Tribe in the Tomini Bay Coast, Gorontalo

Mahludin H. Baruwadi, Fitri Hadi Yulia Akib, Mohammad Zubair Hippy, Iin Susilawati Lantu, Dewi Indrayani Hamin, Siti Rahmatia Machieu

The uniqueness of the Bajo tribe has attracted researchers from various disciplines to study this group. However, there has been limited exploration of their sustainable livelihoods, particularly in the context of social, economic, and environmental challenges…

Pre and Post Anthesis Dry Matter Partitioning in Sunflower Influenced by Green Manuring and Nutrient Management

Bilal Khan, Asad Ali Khan, Amanullah, Dost Muhammad

Partitioning of dry matter is an essential process for obtaining optimum yield in sunflower. Allocation of assimilates to different parts of plant at various growth stages not only enhance crop growth but also contribute in the final yield and quality of sunfl…

Effects of Garlic (Allium sativum) Supplementation on Growth, Haematological Parameters and Antioxidant Enzyme Status in Labeo rohita

Moazama Batool, Ammal Mir, Huma Naz, Qurat Ul Ain, Sadia Maalik, Sajida Mushtaq et al.

Worldwide demands for natural and safe food has triggered the exploration for naturally occurring growth boosters. The role of garlic (Allium sativum) delineated for growth promotion, hunger stimulation and immunity melioration so, it is ratified for medicinal…

Microbial-Enhanced Boiler Ash as a Sustainable Soil Amendment

Noor Atiqah Badaluddin, Saiful Iskandar Khalit, Nurnabila Kamaruzaman, Noor Afiza Badaluddin, Nornasuha Yusoff, Mohd Roslan Mamat

The increasing costs of ash disposal and the global drive for sustainable agriculture have created opportunities to repurpose wood-fired boiler ash as a soil amendment. Boiler ash is rich in essential macronutrients such as potassium, calcium, and phosphorus,…

Optimizing Sowing Dates for Enhanced Growth and Development of Salvia hispanica L. in Western Morocco During the Spring Season

Aicha Rossafi, Soukaina Njili, Mohamed Rossafi, Mohammed Ouhssine

This study investigated the impact of sowing dates on the phenological development, growth performance, and seed quality of Salvia hispanica L. under semi-arid conditions in Western Morocco. Five sowing dates (March 12, April 2, April 23, May 14, and May 28) w…

Multidimensional Assessment of Feed Corn Farming Sustainability: Ecological, Technological, Social and Economic Insights from South Sulawesi, Indonesia

Andi Suarda, Apiaty Kamaluddin, Annisar Dzati Iffah

Feed corn farming is a critical component of Indonesia’s agricultural sector and requires comprehensive sustainability assessments across ecological, technological, social, and economic dimensions. This study evaluates the sustainability of feed corn agr…

Studying the Antibiotics Resistance Pattern in Pathogenic Strains of Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus in District Sargodha, Punjab, Pakistan

Hammad Ahmad, Farzana Shahin, Faiza Zubair, Muhammad Mudassar Maqbool, Muhammad Shahid Nisar, Sanaullah Yasin et al.

Antibiotics are the chemicals that inhibit or destroy microbes, especially bacteria. Antibiotic resistance is a process by which bacteria become able to grow even in the presence of antibiotics. This study identifies the effectiveness of mostly prescribed anti…

Contribution of Knowledge in Adaptation of Precautionary Measures to Minimize Pesticides Effects on Human Health in Punjab-Pakistan

Liaqat Ali, Muhammad Luqman, Muhammad Yaseen

Pesticides are chemical compounds that are used to kill pests (insects, rodents, fungi and weeds). Pesticides are widely used in public health and also in agriculture. Since many decades there is a debate regarding positive and negative impacts of pesticides.…

Autoclave-Assisted Mycosynthesis of Copper Nanoparticles from Pleurotus ostreatus Extract: Characterisation and Toxicity Analysis

Roslina Ainna Roslan, Nurul Aili Zakaria, Sharifah Aminah Syed Mohamad, Norfatimah Mohamed Yunus, Lyena Watty Zuraine Ahmad

Copper nanoparticles (CuNPs) have gained significant attention due to their wide range of applications, particularly in antibacterial treatments. In this study, we synthesized CuNPs using an eco-friendly mycosynthesis approach with Pleurotus ostreatus (oyster…

Evaluating the Impact of Seed Priming Techniques on Germination and Growth Behavior of Coleus blumei Benth

Muhammad Muzamil Ijaz, Adnan Younis, Abida Parveen, Muhammad Abdul Salam Khan, Hooria Mushtaq, Ahmad Faiz Akbar et al.

Coleus blumei (Lamiaceae) is an ornamental foliage plant, which is valued for its colorful leaves, low maintenance and easily cultivation. Unfortunately, its commercial sowing and seedling vigor is largely impeded by a major problem: the small size of its seed…

Ethnobotanical Values in Ecosystem Conservation of Coffee-Based Agroforestry System on the Slope of Mt. Semeru, East Java

Luchman Hakim, Jehan Ramdani Hariyati, Erona Wafaretta

Planting coffee farms using agroforestry practices is one strategy to create an important ecosystem to assist numerous rural development programs and supported biodiversity conservation in Mt. Semeru National Park, Poncokusumo, East Java. The aim of this resea…

Impact of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles (ZnO-NPs) Levels on Soil Properties, Productivity, and Nutrient Uptake of Pomegranate (Punica granatum L.)

Muntadher Hammadi Al-Budeiri, Zahraa K. K. Al-Salihi, Yahya Ajib Oudah Al-Shami

This experiment was carried out in the Rashidiya region of Iraq on seven-year-old Wonderful pomegranate trees to evaluate the effect of different application rates of zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO-NPs) on soil properties, tree growth, and fruit attributes. Fou…

Effect of Different Growing Media And Media Water Status On Main Bioactive Compound Of Hempedu Bumi (Andrographis paniculata)

Muslianie Md Isa, Mahmad Nor Jaafar, Khairul Farihan Kasim, Muhamad Firdaus Abdul Muttalib

Andrographis paniculata also known as Hempedu Bumi or King of Bitters, is a medicinal plant belongs to the Acanthaceae family and is valued for its bioactive compounds with significant pharmacological benefits. Hence, the objective of this research was to dete…

Assessment of Key Brinjal (Solanum melongena L.) Cultivars Against Sucking Insect Pests and Economic Analysis Under Field Conditions in Peshawar, Pakistan

Mehran Ullah, Muhammad Anwar Khan

An experiment was conducted to study the population dynamics of sucking insect pests along with economic parameters on key brinjal cultivars at Newly Developmental Farms (NDF), The University of Agriculture Peshawar. Six different treatments, i.e., Nirala (T1)…

Multivariate Analysis in Detecting the Selection Criteria for Rice Breeding Under a Direct Seeding System

The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Department of Plant Breeding, Genetics, Punjab, Bahawalpur, University of Agriculture et al.

Status of Fishing and Commercial Marketing of Hilsa Shad, Tenualosa ilisha (Hamilton-Buchanon, 1822), in Basrah Governorate, Southern Iraq

Abdul Hussein Jaafer Abdullah, Mohammed A. Jasim Aldoghachi, Audai M. Qasim

Due to a lack of information on the state of Hilsa shad (Tenualosa ilisha) fishing and commercial marketing in Basrah province, south of Iraq, this study was conducted to offer an update on the species’ status. The current study seeks to analyze the capt…

Determinants of CSA Technologies Adoption in Coastal Bangladesh

Prema Das Antu, Md. Mamun-Ur-Rashid, A.K.M. Kanak Pervez, Moriom Akter Mousumi, Md. Ektear Uddin

Climate change impact is a global problem which has been affecting food security, health, environment and livelihoods as well. As coastal Bangladesh is the hotspot of climate change impact, continuous adoption of climate-smart agriculture (CSA) technology is a…

Enhancing Bioactive Recovery From Amla Using Ultrasound-Assisted Extraction

Yanna Syamsuddin, Nabila Mulya Rahma Rizky, Dini Hayatul Nufus, Satriana, Auliyaa Raaf, Muhammad Dani Supardan

Amla (Emblica officinalis) contains bioactive compounds such as flavonoids, phenolic acids, and ascorbic acid, which exhibit antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties. This study utilized ultrasound-assisted extraction (UAE) process to enhan…