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Research ArticleShaping Healthy Future through Improved Dietary Pattern and Food Security of Agricultural Households Access to Basic Services and Productive Assets? Evidence from Kashmir Valley
Arshad Bhat, M. H. Wani, Abid Sultan
The point of this investigation contemplate is to look at the conceivable impacts of rural assets and essential administrations on the level of dietary differences and nourishment security in rural family units in the Kashmir valley. A sample of 300 family uni…
14 Apr 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.2.517.527
Research ArticleTaxonomic Study of Sub-Family Epilachninae (Coleoptera: Coccinellidae) of Gilgit-Baltistan
Muhammad Ashfaque, Mian Sabahatullah, Farman Ullah, Falak Naz, M. Ather Rafi
Sub-family Epilachninae (Coleoptera: Coccinellidae) of Gilgit-Baltistan was explored during 2006 to 2011. The examination of the specimens collected during the survey showed that there are three species of epilachnine beetles in two genera including one specie…
14 Apr 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.2.497.504
Research ArticleInfluence of Varying Salinity on Germination Indices and Threshold of Salt Tolerance in Alfalfa (Medicago sativa L.)
Muhammad Azim Khan, Muhammad Fawad, Aftab Jamal, Arsalan Ali, Rizwan Ahmad
A laboratory experiment was conducted to evaluate the impact of varying NaCl concentrations on germination indices of alfalfa (Medicago sativa L.). The study aims to determine the threshold level of salinity tolerance in alfalfa. Six salinity levels (50, 100,…
14 Apr 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.2.528.537
Research ArticleThe Effect of Diet Supplementation with Ginseng (Panax) Root and Juniper Leaf Powders on The Productive Performance of Broiler Chicks
Mohammed Jard Kadhim
Herbal supplementation of poultry diet induce significant growth and performance of chicks. This trial was conducted to assess the effects of ginseng (panax) root and juniper leaf powders on the broiler chick’s productive traits. Trial was carried out un…
14 Apr 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.2.554.560- Research Article
Effect of Culture Medium, pH and GA3 on Germination and Seedling Growth of Capsicum frutescens
Bernardo Ganchozo-Zambrano, Genesis Bravo-Vélez, Francisco Arteaga-Alcívar, Liliana Corozo-Quiñónez, Luis Alberto Saltos-Rezabala, Fátima Macias Ponce et al.
Capsicum frutescens L. has a great relevance in terms of nutritional value and economic importance worldwide. In vitro culture is one of the methods used to reproduce high-quality materials. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of diffe…
14 Apr 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.2.505.516 
Research ArticleImpact of Sargassum polycystum and Spirulina platensis Extracts on Growth, Development and Morphological Characteristics of Wax Apple (Syzygium samarangense) Seedlings
Md. Tajol Faeiz Md. Tajudin, Mohammad Moneruzzaman Khandaker, Nurul Elyni Mat Shaari, Nor Hasima Mahmod
Utilising algal extracts as biostimulants presents a sustainable approach to enhancing plant growth and development. This study investigates the biostimulatory effects of Spirulina platensis and Sargassum polycystum extracts on the growth, development and morp…
14 Apr 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.2.538.553- Special Issue: Novel Advances in Agricultural Science and Technology for Sustainable Farming in Tropical Region
In Vitro Evaluation of Aromatic Galangal Extract as a Feed Additive on Pathogenic Bacteria in the Super Kampong Chicken Digestive Tract
Wahyu Widodo, Adi Sutanto, Imbang Dwi Rahayu, Ivar Zekker, Bayu Agung Prahardika, Apriliana Devi Anggraini et al.
Aromatic galangal as one of the herbal ingredients has a relatively high amount of curcumin compounds that can be used as a feed additive. This curcumin can inhibit and kill pathogenic bacteria in the digestive tract of Super Kampong chickens. The purpose of t…
11 Apr 2025 
Special Issue: Novel Advances in Agricultural Science and Technology for Sustainable Farming in Tropical RegionAutoclaving Cooling Method for Optimizing Resistant Starch Content and Physicochemical Properties of Modified Tannia Flour
Wirawan Wira, Noor Harini, Damat Damat, Bambang Yudi Ariadi, Evika Sandi Savitri, Nguyen Ngoc Huu et al.
While bacteria-modified tannia (Xanthosoma sagittifolium (L.) Schott) flour has enhanced properties, it is open to further improvement. Resistant starch type III is beneficial in the attempts to control healthy body weight, blood sugar level, and digestion. Cl…
10 Apr 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2023/39/s1.123.130
Special Issue: Novel Advances in Agricultural Science and Technology for Sustainable Farming in Tropical RegionFarmers’ Local Knowledge in Accelerating Banana Fruiting to Increase Production Quality and Economic Benefit: A Case in Pragaan, Sumenep Regency, Indonesia
Hopid Hopid, Ida Ekawati, Isdiantoni Isdiantoni, Habibi Habibi, Muhammad Zahoor, Patmawati Patmawati et al.
Abstract | Farmers’ local knowledge is often related to practices that help improve cultivation technology towards sustainable agriculture. Therefore, the conservation and sustainability of farmers’ local knowledge on the acceleration of banana fru…
10 Apr 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2023/39/s1.113.122
Special Issue: Novel Advances in Agricultural Science and Technology for Sustainable Farming in Tropical RegionBird Diversity in Urban Residential Areas: In Supporting Sustainable Agriculture
Hadinoto Hadinoto, Lili Zalizar, Joko Triwanto, Ervayenri Ervayenri, Endang Dwi Purbajanti, Hasni Ruslan et al.
ood and shelter availability affect birds in an area, and a decline in bird diversity may affect its function change. Urban residential areas can serve as bird living spaces besides human dwellings since green sections are deduced to support bird activities. T…
10 Apr 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2023/39/s1.101.112
Research ArticleEffect of Different Insect Pollinators Conservation Strategies on Fruit Yield Parameters of Pumpkin Cucurbita pepo L.
Ghulam Haider, Shahid Iqbal, Umar Farooq, Faisal Noor, Muhammad Zeeshan Majeed, Muhammad Dawood
This study aimed to have a comparative evaluation of different insect pollinators’ conservation strategies on fruit yield parameters of pumpkin Cucurbita pepo L. Treatments included the installation of a bee hotel (perforated wooden block) to support nes…
5 Apr 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.2.476.482- Research Article
Effect of Sowing Times and Nitrogen Application on the Growth and Production of Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare)
Junaid Irfan, Masood Ahmad, Sumbal Ayaz, Sultan Akbar Jadoon, Khwaja Junaid, Muhammad Reshteen Khattak et al.
An experiment was carried out to investigate the effect of sowing times and nitrogen applications on the growth and production of fennel at the University of Agriculture, Peshawar, Pakistan. Experiment was laid out as Randomized Complete Block Design in split…
5 Apr 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.2.483.488 
Research ArticleBiodiversity of Foliar Fungi Associated with Angiosperms of Bajaur District with Taxonomic Notes on Some New Records from Pakistan
Rafi Ullah, Hamid Ullah, Muhammad Abdul Haq, Aminul Haq
Fungi are considered to be the most common and dangerous plant pathogens. Fungal diseases cause significant harm to leaves, the site of food synthesis, and thus they pose a major risk to biodiversity and global food security. The foliar fungal infections…
5 Apr 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.2.489.496
Special Issue: Novel Advances in Agricultural Science and Technology for Sustainable Farming in Tropical RegionGene Expression Analysis of ERF15, WRKY11, and CYP450 in Tobacco Infected with Ralstonia solanacearum
Johan Sukweenadhi, James Setiabudi, Wina Dian Savitri, Se Chan Kang
Bacterial wilt is one of the destructive infectious diseases in tobacco plants (Nicotiana tabacum L.). Ralstonia solanacearum Rsis the bacteria responsible for the incidence of the disease. Crop yields can be dramatically reduced in quantity and quality due to…
2 Apr 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2023/39/s1.84.90- Special Issue: Novel Advances in Agricultural Science and Technology for Sustainable Farming in Tropical Region
Drought Stress Effect on Red Onion: Morphological, Physiological, and Yield Attributes
Endang Dwi Purbajanti, Dian Safitri, Mohammed Ali Wedyan, Dyah Roeswitawati, Evika Sandi Savitri, Sri Yuniati et al.
Shallot (Allium ascalonicum L.), the most significant plant in the Alliaceae family, is used extensively worldwide. The three main objectives of this study are to: (i) ascertain how drought stress affect shallot growth and yield, as well as water usage efficie…
2 Apr 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2023/39/s1.91.100 
Special Issue: Novel Advances in Agricultural Science and Technology for Sustainable Farming in Tropical RegionDrought Stress Effect on Red Onion: Morphological, Physiological, and Yield Attributes
Endang Dwi Purbajanti, Dian Safitri, Mohammed Ali Wedyan, Dyah Roeswitawati, Evika Sandi Savitri, Sri Yuniati et al.
Shallot (Allium ascalonicum L.), the most significant plant in the Alliaceae family, is used extensively worldwide. The three main objectives of this study are to: (i) ascertain how drought stress affect shallot growth and yield, as well as water usage efficie…
2 Apr 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2023/39/s1.91.100- Research Article
Analysis of Proximate Body Composition under the Influence of Different Ammonia Concentration in Confined Condition of Pangasius pangasius
Shoaib Hassan, Muhammad Naeem
Proximate body composition was analyzed to determine the effect of ammonia exposure on various body constituents (water, ash, fat, protein, and organic content) of P. pangasius. Oven dried method was used for estimation of water content; muffle furnace for ash…
11 Mar 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.1.445.456 - Research Article
Validity and Effectiveness of Online Platform Connecting Farms to Customers: A Case Study of Punjab, Pakistan
Muhammad Luqman, Muhammad Yaseen, Talha Mohsin Tanvir, Tahir Munir Butt, Muhammad Usman, Abdus Salam
The research investigated the impact of online farm-to-consumer platform on various aspects of agricultural efficiency and consumer behavior in Pakistan. Data were collected using a pretested questionnaire to ensure reliability and validity, and structured int…
11 Mar 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.1.435.444 - Review
Botanical Pesticidal Products in the World and in Pakistan: A Comparative Review
Kanwer Shahzad Ahmad, Muhammad Zeeshan Majeed, Umar Farooq, Kaneez Fatima, Huda Aitzaz, Murtajiz Abbas et al.
Plant-derived pesticides, also known as botanicals or green pesticides, constitute a vital research area of biorational plant protection. This review documents a comparative database of plant-based green pesticidal products developed and registered in differen…
11 Mar 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.1.408.415 
Research ArticlePerformance of Exotic Germplasm of Date Palm Under the Climatic Conditions of Central Punjab, Pakistan
Muti Ullah, Muhammad Kashif Raza, Muhammad Zahid Rashid, Amina, Maryam Nasir, Zaid Mustafa
Date palm is third major fruit in Pakistan after citrus and mango in respect of area and production. Existing germplasm of dates having more 300 varieties have no export potential. Study of exotic and promising germplasm under central Punjab condition is a nee…
11 Mar 2025DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2025/41.1.416.420