Articles
1,718 open-access articles · page 41 of 86
Research ArticleYield Stability of Upland Cotton Genotypes under Erratic Environments
Muhammad Jamil, Muhammad Hussnain Babar, Aamir Hussain, Rana Abdul Hameed Khan, Hammad Hussnain, Saghir Ahmad
Genotype by environment interaction (GEI) imposes an influence onthe yield stability of a genotype tested under erratic environments. The present experiment was carried out at six sites viz; Multan, Faisalabad, Khanpur, Bahawalpur, Vehari and Sahiwal in the Pu…
29 Aug 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2022/38.3.1124.1131
Research ArticleSpectral Analysis of Temperature and Rainfall Trends using Hybrid Nonparametric-Wavelet Transform Method
Khurram Sheraz, Taj Ali Khan
The analysis of the meteorological indices provides valuable information about the evolution of climate during past and may predict its reflection in the future. Analysis of trends in meteorological variables is challenging as they are of non-stationary nature…
29 Aug 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2022/38.3.1105.1123
Research ArticleInsecticidal Potential of Some Selected Phytoextracts against Mealybug Drosicha mangiferae (Hemiptera: Pseudococcidae) Infesting Citrus Plants in Sargodha
Muhammad Rizwan, Abu Bakar Muhammad Raza, Muhammad Zeeshan Majeed, Muhammad Arshad
Mealybug Drosicha mangiferae (Green) (Hemiptera: Pseudococcidae) is one of the most important polyphagous insect pests of different fruit crops including citrus. A potential strategy to be fitted in integrated management of mealybug would be the use of phytoex…
29 Aug 2022DOI httpss://dx.doi.org/10.17582/journal.sja/2022/38.3.1098.1104
Research ArticleThe Influence of Agricultural Land Access on Youth’s Attitude towards Agricultural Occupation
Nadia Farooq, Asad Ullah, Mussawar Shah, Muhammad Idrees
In this research, the influence of agricultural land access on youth’s attitude towards agricultural occupation was assessed. For this purpose, 486 youth under the age group 15-29 years were randomly selected from 12 villages in district Mardan. The data…
23 Aug 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2022/38.3.1089.1097
Research ArticleInfluence of Stocking Density on Growth and Survival of Channa punctatus Reared in Cemented Ponds
Muhammad Hanif Chandio, Naeem Tariq Narejo, Muhammad Farooq Hassan, Faheem Sadar, Nasiruddin Shaikh, Bushra Ainy Dars et al.
The influence of different stocking density on the rearing of fish, Channa punctatus in terms of weight gain (grams) and survival ratio (%) was investigated. Present trial was conducted for a period of 90 days in cemented tanks at University of Sindh, Jamshoro…
23 Aug 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2022/38.3.1085.1088
Research ArticleA Preliminary Investigation of Phytoplankton and Zooplankton Diversity in Marine Water Ponds, Thatta, Sindh, Pakistan
Asma Fatima, Ghulam Abbas, Shahnaz Rashid
The current study focuses on the physicochemical parameters including phytoplankton and zooplankton diversity of marine water ponds at Thatta district, Sindh, Pakistan. Water samples were collected monthly (Jan-Dec, 2019) from different sites of the ponds and…
11 Aug 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2022/38.3.1076.1084- Research Article
Effectiveness of Native Solitary Bees in Seed Production of Sesame (Sesamum indicum L.)
Mudssar Ali, Muhammad Awais Ahmad, Asif Sajjad, Shafqat Saeed
Sesame is ranked among the top ten traditional oil seed crops of Pakistan. The present study is aimed to compare the effectiveness of native honey bees and solitary bees for better seed production of sesame and future conservation of effective insect pollinato…
11 Aug 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2022/38.3.1069.1075 
Research ArticleAssessment of Water Quality Parameters for Aquaculture uses: The Case of Guder River, Main Tributaries of Blue Nile, Ethiopia
Shambel Boki Dabi
The goal of this study was to evaluate the Guder River’s water quality parameters for aquaculture purposes. In this study, parts of Guder river were divided into three streams (upper, middle, and down). From each stream, five sites were chosen. During th…
11 Aug 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2022/38.3.1060.1068
Research ArticleDiversification Assessment in Cotton for Lint Quality, Disease Response and Economic Attributes by Multivariate Analysis
Muhammad Jamil, Kamran Javed, Imran Akhtar
Genetic erosion is a major pitfall in man directed evolution faced by cotton crop in Pakistan during recent years. Present study was carried out at Cotton Research Station, Vehari during 2019-20. The main purpose was to explore the genetic diversity in the str…
3 Aug 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2022/38.3.1051.1059
Research ArticleDetermination of Polyaromatic Hydrocarbon Levels in Barbecued Mutton and Beef with Different Grilling Procedures
Zahin Anjum, Farhat Shehzad, Shaista Ali, Sumbla Yousaf, Amina Rahat, Hamid Ullah Shah
This study examined the levels of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in different barbecued mutton and beef samples available in district Peshawar, Pakistan. In addition, the effect of various grilling methods on PAH levels was evaluated. Mutton grilled w…
3 Aug 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2022/38.3.1044.1050
Research ArticleFarmer’s Access to ICTs Tools and Productivity Enhancement in District Charsadda, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Ayesha Khan, Mohammad Tariq Aziz, Urooba Pervaiz, Muhammad Zafarullah Khan
The access to ICT and utilization of modern techniques can enhance agricultural productivity. ICT can increase and improve access to agricultural information which helps in knowledge sharing and creating awareness. The study focuses on farmer’s access to…
3 Aug 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2022/38.3.1035.1043
Research ArticleBiochemical Evaluation of Pumpkin Varieties
Lyudmila Yakovlevna Rodionova, Irina Valeryevna Sobol, Lyudmila Vladimirovna Donchenko, Artem Vasilevich Stepovoy, Andrey Georgievich Koshchaev
Pumpkins are used in the diet of different nations. However, depending on the region of cultivation, the amount of their nutrients and nutritional changes. The research aimed to study biochemical parameters (the content of dry substances, sugars, organic acids…
3 Aug 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2022/38.3.1026.1034
Research ArticleCombined Effect of Sorghum and Barley Flours Incorporation on in-vitro Starch Digestibility, Estimated Glycemic Index and Consumer Acceptability of White Bread
Bibi Hajira, Imran Khan, Zia-ud-Din
Excess consumption of white bread has been linked towards the development of diabetes mellitus because of its high starch digestibility. Previous studies suggested that the addition of other grains, legumes and medicinal herbs to bread might reduce its starch…
28 Jul 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2022/38.3.997.1006
ReviewInteractions Among the Plants with Different Neighbor Identities and Plant Communication (A Review)
Syed Wajahat Husain Jaafry, Amber Fatima
It is well established that plants can communicate with each other under different stressful conditions through (signals, cues, and rhizosphere interactions). Numerous studies have been conducted to find how plants respond to different neighbors at various poi…
28 Jul 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2022/38.3.1017.1025- Research Article
Field Evaluation of Host-Parasitoid Scenario in Different Varieties of Cotton
Umair Faheem, Qurban Ali, Mussurat Hussain, Abrar Ahmad, Tamsila Nazir, Ghayour Ahmad et al.
Cotton crop is attacked by several sucking (whitefly, thrips and jassid) and chewing (american bollworm, spotted bollworm, pink bollworm and armyworm) insect pests, which severely affects its quality and quantity. Cotton also contains the populations of parasi…
28 Jul 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2022/38.3.1007.1016 
Research ArticleEvaluations of Phytochemical Contents, Antibacterial and Antioxidant Potential of Methanolic Leaves Extract of Tanacetum camphoratum Less. (Camphor tansy).
Muhammad Ajmal Khan, Muhammad Yahya, Ali Hazrat, Javed Khan, Saeed Jan, Tabinda Nowsheen et al.
Tanacetum camphoratum is a rhizomatous perennial herb. The current study investigated the phytochemical constituents, antioxidants, and antibacterial activities of methanolic extracts of T. camphoratum leaves. The methanolic extract was quantitatively evaluate…
28 Jul 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2022/38.3.989.996
Research ArticleEfficient Utilization of Organic Wastes Effluent for Nitrogen Mineralization and Plant Growth Promotion in Mono-Cropping Soil of China
Waleed Asghar, Ahmad Mahmood, Farhan Iftikhar, Bushra Ahmad, Rehmat Ullah, Muhammad Bilal et al.
Mono-cropping agricultural activities and overuses of chemical-based fertilizers result in the deterioration of soil health and considerable economic loss. However, previous studies suggested that organic fertilizers can sustain soil health through improved so…
24 Jul 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2022/38.3.968.975
Research ArticleEnvisioning Urbanization Process, Issues, Extent, Drivers and Implications: A Case of Mountainous Union Territory of J and K
Masudul Haq Wani, Arshad Bhat
The paper has used census data of 1901-2011 to examine and understand the process of urbanization in J&K UT and has laid its utmost emphasis on the urban morphology and degree of level urbanization. Attempts have also been made to assess the changes in wor…
23 Jul 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2022/38.3.976.988
Research ArticleCotton Response to Tillage and Soil and Foliar Applied Potassium Fertilization
Muhammad Waqas Imam Malik, Khalid Usman, Amir Hamza, Muhammad Saad, Said Ghulam, Azmat Ullah
In the scenario of recent energy crises, enhancement of yield at a reduced tillage cost and site specific potassium nutrition is much important for higher cotton yield and lint quality. The experiment was in a split-plot design and replicated thrice. Tillage s…
23 Jul 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2022/38.3.952.959
Research ArticleAcute Toxicity of Pyriproxyfen and Buprofezin Insecticides on Mortality, Natality and Longevity of Cotton Mealybug, Phenacoccus solenopsis (Hemiptera: Pseudococcidae)
Tooba Ather, Muhammad Rafiq Shahid, Muhammad Ahsin Ayub, Javed Iqbal, Muhammad Asim Bhutta, Muhammad Akram et al.
Cotton mealybug (CMB), Pheanacoccus solenopsis is highly deleterious insect pests of agricultural crops. It is polyphagous by nature and can feed on diversity of host plants. Different concentrations of Pyriproxyfen and Buprofezin are Insect Growth Regulator (…
23 Jul 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.sja/2022/38.3.942.951