Issue · 2020
Vol.36, Iss. 4
35 articles · pp. 1010-1324 · All issues →
Research ArticleGenetic Diversity and Traits Association in Tetraploid and Hexaploid Wheat Genotypes in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province of Pakistan
Attiq ur Rehman, Iftikhar Hussain Khalil, Ihtisham Ali
Information regarding the magnitude of variability as well as the correlation among agronomically important traits renders the basis for development of a successful crop improvement program. An experiment containing 16 wheat genotypes (8 durum and 8 spring whe…
22 Oct 2020DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2020/36.4.1112.1119
Research ArticleGenetic Diversity in Common Beans (Phaseolus vulgarus L.) Collected from Different Ecological Zones of Malakand Division (A Part of the Sino Japanese Region of Pakistan)
Khan Sher, Muhammad Subhan, Muhammad Nisar, Ali Hazrat, Zahid Fazal, Gul Rahim et al.
This activity was aimed to analyze the level of genetic diversity (GD) of bean landraces collected from diverse ecological zones of Malakand division, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. The qualitative traits showed significant level of diversity like seed shape wa…
20 Nov 2020DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2020/36.4.1203.1213
Research ArticleUnraveling the Bioherbicidal Potential, Elemental Analysis and Nutritional Evaluation of Crataeva adansonii Dc Leaf and Bark
Syeda Farzana Bibi, Siraj ud Din
There is an urgent need to explore and utilize naturally occurring products for combating harmful agricultural and public health issues. Plant-derived substances can exhibit significant results with lesser side effects, and they are easily accessible and more…
19 Dec 2020DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2020/36.4.1316.1324
Research ArticleEvaluation of Different Production Systems in Combination with Foliar Sulphur Application for Sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.) under Arid Climatic Conditions of Pakistan
Saeed Ahmad, Abdul Ghaffar, Muhammad Habib ur Rahman, Tanveer-ul-Haq, Mahmood Alam Khan, Arshad Mahmood
Sunflower is a new emerging oilseed crop in Pakistan. Its oil is recommended for use across the globe including Pakistan. Due to lower production of indigenous edible oil, a huge quantity is imported which has a negative effect on the economy. To reduce the im…
5 Dec 2020DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2020/36.4.1266.1278
Research ArticleImpact of Various Factors on Crop Diversification Towards High Value Crops in Pakistan: An Empirical Analysis by using THI
Asif Ali Abro, Iqbal Ahmed Panhwar
This paper is based on empirical evidence from Pakistan for 1981-2018. To analyze the impact of various factors on the diversification of crops towards high value crops, the Herfindahl Index (HI) was used to check the level of concentration or diversification…
5 Dec 2020DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2020/36.4.1254.1265
Research ArticleConstraints in Accessing Agricultural Extension Services by Rural Women: Evidence from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Mehnaz Safdar, Urooba Pervaiz
The present study was conducted in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan where three districts (Bannu, Swabi and Swat) were randomly selected with the objectives to investigate the information sources of women farmers and constraints they were facing in carrying out ag…
5 Dec 2020DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2020/36.4.1295.1306
Research ArticleBiochar Improves Phenological and Physiological Attributes of Wheat in Soil Amended with Organic and Inorganic Nitrogen Sources
Mushtaq Ahmad Khan, Abdul Basir, Beena Saeed
Application of biochar (BC) to soil has the ability to improve soil fertility on sustainable basis under nitrogen (N) and organic matter deficient environments. Therefore, the present study was conducted to enhance N availability from organic and inorganic N s…
29 Nov 2020DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2020/36.4.1214.1226
Research ArticleA Comparative Study on the Impact of Compost, Humate, and Silicate on the Nutritional Characteristics of Calcareous Soil Cultivated by Soybean
Dalal H. Sary, Rama T. Rashad
Two field experiments have been carried under the calcareous soil conditions during the summer seasons of 2018 and 2019. Their aim was to compare the effects of compost, K-humate, and K-silicate applied at 50% and 100% of the recommended dose (compost: 7.81 t…
29 Nov 2020DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2020/36.4.1227.1235
Research ArticleImpact of Socioeconomic Factors and farm Size on Wheat Productivity: A Case Study of District Peshawar, Pakistan
Sajad Ali, Naeem Ur Rehman Khatak, Iftikhar Ahmad, Jangraiz Khan, Azra
This study investigates the impact of socioeconomic characteristics as well as the farm size of wheat productivity in district Peshawar. Wheat is the main staple food item of the country’s population and the largest grain crop as well. Pakistan has been…
20 Nov 2020DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2020/36.4.1174.1179
Research ArticleProduction of Tuberose (Polianthes tuberosa L.) as Affected by Bulb Size and Planting Medium
Muhammad Zamin, Anees Muhammad, Ibadullah Jan, Hidayat Ullah, Shahen Shah, Muhammad Amin et al.
Tuberose is an important element of a landscape garden. It is placed among top ten cut flowers in floriculture industry. Quality production of cut flowers for market depends upon bulb size and growing medium. To investigate the best type of planting medium and…
10 Nov 2020DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2020/36.4.1156.1161
Research ArticleSeed Conditioning Effects on Germination Performance, Seedling Vigor and Flower Production of Zinnia elegans
Shaiza Rasool, Iftikhar Ahmad, Khurram Ziaf, Irfan Afzal, Muhammad A.S. Khan, Muhammad Aashir Sajjad et al.
Various seed conditioning techniques were assessed for uniform germination, seedling vigor, and flower production in zinnia (Zinnia elegans Jacq.). Two initial laboratory experiments evaluated the timing and frequency of seed magnetic stimulation to select the…
10 Nov 2020DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2020/36.4.1149.1155
Research ArticleCombined Physico-chemical and Analgesic Effects of Electroacupuncture Plus Clonidine in Goats
Zahir Shah, Saima Munawar, Ihsan Ullah, Taif Shah, Haq Aman Ullah, Saqib Nawaz et al.
The present study was aimed to investigate the combined physico-chemical and analgesic effects of electroacupuncture (EA) plus clonidine in goats. Thirty-six female goats were randomly allocated equally in six equal groups. The control group received 0.9% norm…
27 Oct 2020DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2020/36.4.1127.1135
Research ArticleGIS Applications in Surveying and Mapping of Rice Weeds in Guilan Province, Iran
Mohammad Javad Golmohammadi, Hamid Reza Mohammaddoust Chamanabad, Bijan Yaghoubi, Mostafa Oveisi
Present study was carried out in rice farms of Guilan province for mapping and weed distribution using Geographic Information System (GIS) technologies for a period of three years (2014-2016). Echinochloa crussgalli was the more important species in 10 regions…
21 Oct 2020DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2020/36.4.1103.1111
Research ArticleAdoption of Hybrid Maize Technology in District Mardan of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Murtaza, Shahid Ali, Syed Attaullah Shah, Mehran Ahmad, Irfan Ullah, Jahangir Khan
The study was based on identification of the major determinants of adoption of hybrid maize technology in district Mardan of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. A sample of 255 respondents in the study area was randomly chosen using a multistage random sampling tech…
10 Oct 2020DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2020/36.4.1047.1053- Research Article
Caprine and Ovine Serological Evidence of Brucellosis in Five Districts of Punjab, Pakistan
Muhammad Shakeel, Mudussar Nawaz, Zahid Naseer, Muhammad Fiaz, Asghar Khan, Muhammad Imran Khan et al.
Brucellosis is a worldwide zoonotic disease that affects various animal species. Amongst different Brucella species, Brucella melitensis has the greater zoonotic aspect, hence, it is considered an occupational hazard for small ruminant handlers as well as Vete…
10 Oct 2020DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2020/36.4.1040.1046 
Research ArticleProfitability Analysis and Marketing Efficiency of Soyabean (Glycine max) Value Chain among Actors in Abuja, Nigeria
Olugbenga Omotayo Alabi, Ayoola Olugbenga Oladele, Ibrahim Maharazu
This study analyzed profitability and marketing efficiency of soyabean (Glycine max) value chain among actors in Abuja, Nigeria. This study was designed specifically to achieve the following objectives: describe the socio-economic characteristics of soyabean m…
7 Oct 2020DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2020/36.4.1010.1019
Research ArticleAssessing Perceptions of the Households-heads Regarding Food Security Status in Drought-hit Areas of District Tharparkar, Sindh, Pakistan: A Case Study for Agricultural Extension
Nadeem Abbas Shah, Ejaz Ashraf, Hafiz Khurram Shurjeel, Zaheer ud Din Mirani, Usman Rafique, Raees Abbas Shah
According to the census of 2017, the population of Pakistan has exceeded 220 million. Most of the population depends on agriculture to earn their livings and to meet the desired level of food security. Despite all the progress the country has made so far, its…
20 Nov 2020DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2020/36.4.1162.1173- Research Article
Factors Affecting Different Wheat Varieties Yield in District Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan: A Comparative Analysis
Inam Ullah, Mahfooz Khan, Munir Khan, Himayatullah Khan, Azra
Wheat is an important grain crop in Pakistan. Despite the fact, that it plays a vital role in country’s economy. However, wheat productivity in Pakistan still is very inadequate due to some reasons. The present study is focused on inputs used by the whea…
14 Oct 2020DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2020/36.4.1063.1066 
Research ArticleSpatio-temporal Assessment of Reliability in Pehur Main Canal System, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Muhammad Siyar, Anwar Saeed Khan, Fazlur Rahman, Muhammad Jamal Nasir
The main aim of this research article is to assess the Spatio-temporal reliability in Pehur Main Canal system. Reliability of irrigation service is a pre-requisite for higher productivity of irrigated agriculture. Both primary and secondary sources were tapped…
14 Dec 2020DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2020/36.4.1307.1315- Research Article
Determination of Different Chemical Constituents of Fruit, Leaves and Oil of Olea cuspidata (Wild Olive) Grown at Rawalakot, Azad Jammu and Kashmir
Rabab Rafaqat, Habib Ahmed Rathore, Tariq Masud, Imran Hayat, Imtiaz Hussain
The aim of the current project was to investigate the chemical characteristics of fruit, leaves and oil of Olea cuspidata (wild olive). For this purpose, the moisture content, crude fibre, crude protein, total oil, ash content and nitrogen free extract of frui…
17 Oct 2020DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2020/36.4.1088.1093 
Research ArticleComparative Productive Performance among three Plumage Varieties of Noiler Hens
Paul Oludare Adetunji, Safiriyu Idowu Ola
Noiler is an improved indigenous dual-purpose breed of chicken developed in Nigeria to meet national demands for food supply. The objective of this study is to compare the productive performance among three prominent plumage varieties of Noiler hens. For this…
16 Oct 2020DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2020/36.4.1079.1087
Research ArticleDevelopment and Laboratory Evaluation of a Slow Release Formulation of Fipronil against Subterranean Termites (Odontotermes obesus Rambur)
Sajid Amin Sarmad, Muhammad Zeeshan Majeed, Muhammad Luqman, Muhammad Asam Riaz, Sohail Ahmed, Sylvain Nafiba Ouédraogo
Subterranean termites Odontotermes obesus (Isoptera: Termitidae) are economically important agricultural and structural pests. A wide range of insecticides with different modes of action are being used against these termite pests including organochlorines, org…
5 Dec 2020DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2020/36.4.1279.1288
Research ArticleEffects of Different Concentrations of Naphthalene Acetic Acid on Rooting of Various Olive Varieties
Safiullah, Azmat Ali Awan, Mohammad Ilyas, Fahim Ullah Khan, Arshad Iqbal, Muhammad Adil et al.
To study the effect of various concentrations [0 ppm (control), 1000 ppm, 2000 ppm and 3000 ppm] of Naphthalene Acetic Acid (NAA) on rooting of various olive varieties (Hamdi, Nocellara and Sevallino) an experiment was conducted at Agricultural Research Instit…
5 Dec 2020DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2020/36.4.1289.1294
Research ArticleAloe Vera Gel Coating Retains Persimmon Fruit (Diospyros kaki) Quality during Storage at Room Temperature
Abdul Jalal, Abdur Rab, Naveed Ahmad
Storage durations and Aloe vera gel concentrations significantly decreased the loss of persimmon fruit quality during storage at room temperature. Storage at room temperature (26±2 °C) resulted in significant decline in fruit firmness, percent acidi…
17 Oct 2020DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2020/36.4.1094.1102
Research ArticleAppraisal of Yield and Yield Components of Wheat with Integrated Management of Nitrogen Sources
Abid Khan, Mukhtar Alam, Yousaf Jamal, Hidayat Ullah
Integrated management of nitrogen sources is vital for sustaining crop productivity. Field experiments were conducted to evaluate the effect of integrated management of nitrogen sources on yield and yield components of wheat at Agricultural Research Station Bu…
7 Oct 2020DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2020/36.4.1033.1039
Research ArticleGenotype by Environment Interactions of Vegetative Growth Traits of Bread Wheat Genotypes
Hafsa Naheed, Hidayat-Ur-Rahman
Determining the amount of genotype by environment interaction (GEI) is an important step in identifying high yielding and stable genotypes for cultivar development. Keeping in view the significance of genotype and environment, a multi environment study was con…
7 Oct 2020DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2020/36.4.1020.1032
Research ArticleAn Empirical Analysis of Economic Efficiency and Farm Size of Cotton Farmers
Dilshad Ahmad, Muhammad Afzal
This paper attempted to analyze the impact of farm size on the economic efficiency of cotton farmers in southern Punjab of Pakistan. Farm-level allocative, economic and technical efficiency of samples of 240 small, medium and large-scale cotton farmers was est…
14 Oct 2020DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2020/36.4.1067.1078
Research ArticleEstimation of Farm Level Technical Efficiency in Maize Production at the High Mountain North Region of Pakistan
Arif Alam, Faridullah, Ikram Shah, Shahzad Khan, Noor Elahi, Ehsan Inamullah
Gilgit-Baltistan’s economy is mostly based on subsistence crops production. The ecosystem of mountain is fragile and tends to be relatively low productive due to number of factors. Therefore, the present study was aimed to know the opportunities of produ…
14 Oct 2020DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2020/36.4.1054.1062
Research ArticleAn Analysis of Energy Supply and Oil Price Shocks on Agricultural Productivity of Pakistan
Yasir Arafat, Syeda Nabahat, Hafiz Ullah, Afaq Ali Muluk, Azra
The present study attempts to analyze the impact of energy supply and oil price shocks on agricultural productivity in Pakistan using time series data from 1990 to 2017. To this end, the data was retrieved from Pakistan Bureau of Statistics, World Development…
25 Oct 2020DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2020/36.4.1120.1126
Research ArticleFarmers Behavior to Participate in Public Sector Agricultural Extension Services: Comparative Analysis of Pakistan and China
Muhammad Yaseen, Xu Shiwei, Yu Wen, Ejaz Ashraf, Muhammad Luqman, Muhammad Ameen et al.
The contemporary study was designed to investigate farmer’s participation behavior concerning public sector agricultural extension services, by comparing the situations of two countries, Pakistan and China. The logistic regression model was used to study…
20 Nov 2020DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2020/36.4.1180.1189
Research ArticleStudy on the NPK Uptake and Growth of Rice under Two different Cropping Systems with different Doses of Organic Fertilizer in the Imogiri Subdistrict, Yogyakarta Province, Indonesia
Sri Nuryani Hidayah Utami, Andin Muhammad Abduh, Eko Hanudin, Benito Heru Purwanto
Rice plants are commonly cultivated in a grid system with a plant spacing of 25 cm x 25 cm. The modification of spacing to increase nutrient uptake by providing plant free area (PFA) for better air circulation and sunlight distribution needs to be further stud…
20 Nov 2020DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2020/36.4.1190.1202
Research ArticleEffects of Flour Particle Size on Farinographic Properties of Wheat Dough
Qurrat ul Ain Akbar, Saqib Arif, Shahid Yousaf, Salman Khurshid, Najmus Sahar
Effects of flour particle size on the rheology of whole wheat flour were investigated by using farinograph. Two types of wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) on the basis of hardness, hard and soft wheat, were analysed in this study. Each type of flour was fractionate…
10 Nov 2020DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2020/36.4.1136.1140- Research Article
Determinants of Sugarcane Yield in District Charsadda, Pakistan
Shahzad Khan, Munir Khan, Inayatullah Jan, Mahfooz Khan, Fida Muhammad Khan
A survey was conducted to perform an economic analysis and to investigate determinants of sugarcane crop in district Charsadda in the year 2018. Three villages viz. Kamran Kalay, Aspandehri, and Sarfaraz Kalay were selected purposively. Primary data were colle…
10 Nov 2020DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2020/36.4.1141.1148 
Research ArticleToxicity Effect of Eucalyptus globulus on Pratylenchus spp. of Zea mays
Oluwatoyin Adenike Fabiyi, Olubumi Atolani, Gabriel Ademola Olatunji
Maize (Zea mays L.) is an important food crop widely consumed in various forms in many parts of the world. Its annual yield is largely hampered by nematode infestation, especially the Pratylenchus spp. Experiments were conducted in a screenhouse and under fiel…
29 Nov 2020DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2020/36.4.1244.1253
Research ArticleRisk and Return Analysis of Open-Field Tomato Grown in Turkey: A Monte Carlo Simulation Approach
Kubilay Ucar, Sait Engindeniz, Jozef Palkovic
Agricultural production and crop choice decisions of the farmers are affected by the risk in price, cost, and yield outcomes. One of the products that are grown in irrigable lands and has high returns is tomato. The aim of this study is to analyze production c…
29 Nov 2020DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2020/36.4.1236.1243