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Research ArticleComparative Analysis on the Growth and Yield of Summer Squash (Cucurbita pepo) Varieties in the Southern Climate of Nepal
Sanjita Gurau, Ram L Ray
Summer Squash (Cucurbita pepo L.) is a globally cultivated horticultural crop. This experiment aimed to assess the growth and yield of five different varieties of summer squash in the southern region of Nepal, characterized by a subtropical climate. The field…
15 Nov 2024DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2024/40.4.1383.1393
Research ArticleELISA Based Monitoring of Citrus Tristeza Virus in Declining Orchards of Sargodha, Pakistan
Talha Shafique, Mustansar Mubeen, Yasir Iftikhar, Qaiser Shakeel, Muhammad Ahmad Zeshan, Haseeb Ahmed Lalika et al.
This study assesses the current status of citrus tristeza virus (CTV) in three tehsils of the Sargodha district: Kot Momin, Sargodha, and Bhalwal. The incidence and severity of CTV were evaluated using three citrus varieties: Musambi, Feutrel’s Early, an…
15 Nov 2024DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2024/40.4.1354.1363
Research ArticleEfficacy of Sulfur With Benomyl For Reducing Effect Fungi of Fusarium solani Infecting Rice
Qasim H.A. Aljboori, Saadoon Murad Saadoon
In recent years, the importance of sustainable agriculture has been increased and plant diseases management has become one of the most important challenges in agriculture. Moreover, plant diseases remain a major factor limiting agricultural production. F. sola…
15 Nov 2024DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2024/40.4.1408.1413
Research ArticleDiscovering Uncharted Territories: Adding Two New Records to Aphid Fauna of Pakistan, Unveiled in the Pine Plantations of District Battagram, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province
Bakht Zada, Ahmed Zia, Sardar Azhar Mehmood, Abdur Rehman, Toheed Iqbal, Kiran Shahjeer et al.
Pakistan, characterized by its geographical diversity across four regions, holds a unique position in terms of flora and fauna. However, many regions, including District Battagram in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, remain largely unexplored due to geopolitica…
15 Nov 2024DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2024/40.4.1364.1369
Special Issue (UniSZA), Malaysia: ICAFT 2023: 3rd International Conference on Agriculture, Animal Sciences & Food TechnologyEvaluation of Fermented Copra Meal as Replacement of Soybean Meal in the Diet of Hybrid Saline-tolerant Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus × O. mossambicus) Reared in Seawater
Pia Amabelle M. Flores, Connie Fay Komilus, Emelyn Joy Mameloco, Rex Ferdinand M. Traifalgar
A 60-day feeding trial was performed to assess the effects of replacing soybean meal (SBM) with fermented copra meal (FCM) on growth, feed utilization, survival, and enzyme activity of hybrid saline-tolerant tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus x Oreochromis mossamb…
11 Nov 2024
Special Issue (UniSZA), Malaysia: ICAFT 2023: 3rd International Conference on Agriculture, Animal Sciences & Food TechnologyEffects of Different Sweetening Agents on the Physicochemical, Functional, and Sensory Quality of Value-Added Black Jelly Mushroom (Auricularia auricular-judae) Drinks
Roshita Ibrahim, Mohd Firza Ahmad Fauzi, Mohd Nizam Lani
The current trend favours health drinks that incorporate herbs and solid components such as aloe vera pieces, grass jelly, fruit jellies, and tapioca balls. These drinks typically sweetened, which contribute to increased calorie intake. This study explores the…
11 Nov 2024
Special Issue (UniSZA), Malaysia: ICAFT 2023: 3rd International Conference on Agriculture, Animal Sciences & Food TechnologyAntibiotic Resistance and Virulence Genes of Vibrio alginolyticus from Asian Seabass in the East Coast of Peninsular Malaysia
Mat Zin Ain-Auzureen, Maizan Mohamed, Tan Li Peng, Mohd Faizal Ghazali, Choong Siew Shean, Kamaruddin Mardhiah et al.
Vibrio alginolyticus caused vibriosis and contributed to a major problem in seabass farming. This study aims to determine the antibiotic resistance and virulence genes of V. alginolyticus isolates from Asian seabass in the East Coast of Peninsular Malaysia. A…
11 Nov 2024
Special Issue (UniSZA), Malaysia: ICAFT 2023: 3rd International Conference on Agriculture, Animal Sciences & Food TechnologyNutritional Composition and Sensory Evaluation of Green, Oolong and Black Teas of Sacha Inchi Leaves
Zarinah Zakaria, Nur Nabilah Norsham, Nur Hasyimah Mat Shah, Nurul Zaizuliana Rois Anwar, Napisah Hussin, Fauziah Tufail Ahmad et al.
The market for functional foods, including tea, has indeed seen growth due to increasing consumer awareness of the potential health benefits associated with these products. Tea intake is frequently hampered by its odour, colour, and taste since it is processed…
11 Nov 2024
Special Issue (UniSZA), Malaysia: ICAFT 2023: 3rd International Conference on Agriculture, Animal Sciences & Food TechnologyEffect of Goat Manure and Harvesting Age on Growth Performance and Nutrient Composition of Hydroponic Wheatgrass Fodder
Rukayat Omolara Folarin, Nurhadirah Hairil, Nurafiqah Anis Ismail, Putri Athirah Zamrifana, Lina Nadhirah Abdullah, Muhammad Afiq Zabhin et al.
Hydroponic wheatgrass (Triticum aestivum Linn) production is an alternative to conventional planting, providing a constant supply of green fodder for livestock year-round. It involves growing plants without soil in water or a nutrient-rich solution in a greenh…
11 Nov 2024
Special Issue (UniSZA), Malaysia: ICAFT 2023: 3rd International Conference on Agriculture, Animal Sciences & Food TechnologyFormulated Coconut Milk Drink: Physico-Chemical, Nutritional Properties and Sensory Characteristics
Norsyasya Shari, Nur Nabilah Husin, Zalilawati Mat Rasid, Maaruf Abdul Ghani, Noroul Asyikeen Zulkifli
Coconut milk drink (CMD) is plant-based milk that has been formulated into ready-to-drink beverage in response to the changing lifestyles and the growing health concerns among people nowadays, which influenced people towards choosing dairy product alternatives…
11 Nov 2024
Special Issue (UniSZA), Malaysia: ICAFT 2023: 3rd International Conference on Agriculture, Animal Sciences & Food TechnologyEffects of Crustacean Waste as Feed on Growth Performances of Siamese Fighting Fish (Betta splendens)
Satya Narayana Rao Ramasamy, Assis Kamu, Connie Fay Komilus
The Siamese fighting fish (Betta splendens)are widely known as essential and demanded ornamental fish in Malaysia. This fish is attractive and elegant that it is being cultured domestically. Meanwhile, crustacean crab is produced about 40 % and it being discha…
1 Nov 2024DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2024/40/s1.161.172
Special Issue (UniSZA), Malaysia: ICAFT 2023: 3rd International Conference on Agriculture, Animal Sciences & Food TechnologyThe Effect of Organic Wheatgrass Fodders (Triticum aestivum) on Growth Performance, Meat Quality of Japanese Quail (Coturnix japonica)
Saranyah Sathiaganeshan, Nur Aina Natasha Yusoff, Siti Juzailah Zuraimi, Rukayat Omolara Folarin, Satya Narayana Rao Ramasamy, Asmad Kari et al.
A 30-day feeding trial on 45 quails aged 12 days was conducted to evaluate the effects of organic wheatgrass (Triticum aestivum) fodders on growth performance and meat quality of Japanese quail (Coturnix japonica). This research aims to determine nutrient comp…
1 Nov 2024
Special Issue (UniSZA), Malaysia: ICAFT 2023: 3rd International Conference on Agriculture, Animal Sciences & Food TechnologyTrichoderma Species’ In Vitro and In Planta Inhibition against Ganoderma boninense, a Causative Agent of Basal Stem Rot in Oil Palm (Elaeis guineensis)
Jumiati Asis, Nur Aainaa Hasbullah, Mohamadu Boyie Jalloh, Noor Khairani Mohamad Basri, Palanivell Perumal, Peter Mojiun et al.
Trichoderma species are well-known biological control agents (BCAs) that have significant antagonistic activity against various fungal phytopathogens. On the other hand, Ganoderma boninense has been identified as the phytopathogen causing basal stem rot (BSR),…
1 Nov 2024DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2024/40/s1.173.185
Specail Issue: Memories of the Agricultural and Livestock Area of the VI CCIUTM, EcuadorScolytines (Coleoptera: Curculionidae: Scolytinae) Associated with Cacao Monoculture and Agroforestry Systems
Jessenia Castro-Olaya, Dorys T. Chirinos, Takumasa Kondo
Cacao, Theobroma cacao L. has a diverse entomofauna, including the scolytines. During March - August 2021, the scolytinae community was studied in Manabí province, Ecuador. Two farms in agroforestry (AF) and monoculture system (MF) were selected in thre…
30 Oct 2024
Specail Issue: Memories of the Agricultural and Livestock Area of the VI CCIUTM, EcuadorSustainable Maize Production by Organic Amendment – A Field Study from Ecuadorian Coast
José J. Cedeño-Díaz, Caridad A. Torres-García, Marina García, Freddy Zambrano-Gavilanes, Naga Raju Maddela, Felipe R. Garcés-Fiallos
The study aimed to evaluate the effects of the application of organic fertilizers such as caster seed cake (Ricinus communis L.), physic nut seed cake (Jatropha curcas L.), and vermicompost on seedlings and adult plants of INIAP H-603 maize under semi- control…
30 Oct 2024
Research ArticleIn vitro Culture of Dendrocalamus asper Bamboo in Liquid and Semi-Solid MS Media
Wan Nurfarzana Wan Mohamad Zani, Norrizah Jaafar Sidik, Asmah Awal, Nurul Izzati Osman, Lyena Watty Zuraine Ahmad, Mohd Khairi Nordin
Dendrocalamus asper, a tropical bamboo variety renowned for its economic significance across industries like food, construction, and handicrafts, is presently a surge in demand for large-scale propagation and sustained supply. Traditional propagation methods a…
28 Oct 2024DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2024/40.4.1304.1311
Research ArticleMonitoring the Impact of Changes in Groundwater Quality Indicators in Western Karbala on Wheat Growth using Sentinel-2 Data
Halla H. Ahmed, Aurass Muhi Taha Al-Waeli, Fadia W. Al-Azawi
Groundwater in the last decade is used to study the possibility of wheat agriculture in the desertification of the west of Kerbala/Iraq. The aim of this study was to estimate the changes detected in the groundwater level which indicates the wheat growth for th…
28 Oct 2024DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2024/40.4.1312.1321
Research ArticleEvaluation of Cell-Free Supernatant from Xenorhabdus nematophila Bacteria and Two Insecticides against Mealybug Phenacoccus solenopsis under Laboratory and Field Conditions
Ahmed Shamkhi Jabbar, Saadoon Murad
Mealybug Phenacoccus solenopsis is one of a group of highly aggressive and invasive insect pests. Leaving large numbers of P. solenopsis on host plants can cause significant economic losses and damage. The effectiveness of commercially available chemical insec…
28 Oct 2024DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2024/40.4.1322.1329
Research ArticleQuality and Consumer Acceptability of Cottage Cheese Prepared from the Blend of Cow and Goat Milk
Aamara Ibrahim, Ihsan Mabood Qazi, Majid S. Hashmi, Ayaz Ahmad, Hisham Javed, Fawad Ahmad et al.
This research delves into studying how mixing cow and goat milk affects the physical, chemical, microbiological and taste aspects of cottage cheese. Different concentrations (%) of cow and goat milk were mixed such as (CG1 (100:0) served as control, CG2 (90:10…
28 Oct 2024DOI Quality-and-Consumer-Acceptability
Research ArticleOptimizing Agricultural Growth: Targeted Farm Credit Allocation Strategies for Sustainable Crop Yields in Pakistan
Rehmat Ullah, Riaz Ahmed, Muhammad Tahir, Abdul Majid Nasir, Mushtaq Muhammad
This study explores the correlation between the distribution of farm credit and the yields of major crops in Pakistan. The study used multiple regression model for investigating how various forms of farm credit relate to crop yields across different crop categ…
28 Oct 2024DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2024/40.4.1344.1353