1. INTRODUCTION Stored grain products, particularly those of economic significance such as rice, wheat, and corn, are highly susceptible to insect infestation, leading to substantial post-harvest losses worldwide. Among the various pests that infest stored grains, Sitophilus oryzae (the rice weevil) stands out as one of the most destructive [1]. This insect species is responsible …
1. INTRODUCTION Tomato is the most popular vegetable growing at different parts of the world, but it is sensitive to soil water deficit [32]. Therefore, use of suitable irrigation systems and maintaining optimum soil moisture conditions are crucial to get a higher return and water productivity for tomato production in open field conditions. Tomato yield …
Introduction The biological, social, and economic aspects of womanhood are intricate, and contemporary women—particularly mothers—must balance the demands of paid work with their disproportionate caring duties [1]. Even though work might improve psychological health and autonomy, women are nevertheless more vulnerable to chronic illnesses, anemia, and hunger. One of the most common health issues is …
IntroductionThe FAO chose to help program CROPWAT 8.0 to process reference evapotranspiration (ET0), crop water requirements (CWR), water system booking, and water system water necessities (IR) utilizing precipitation, soil, yield, and environment information [13;14; 36]. Water is essential for both national growth in agricultural productivity and economic performance. However, it is transforming into increasingly scarce due to rising demand in agriculture and industry. Given that Crop …
1.INTRODUCTION Heavy metal contamination in food products has emerged as a significant public health concern globally, particularly in developing countries like Nigeria. The ingestion of heavy metals such as lead, cadmium, mercury, and arsenic can lead to severe health issues, including neurological disorders, kidney damage, and increased cancer risk [6]. While the presence of heavy …
Introduction Nowadays, the effect of heavy metals on aquatic animals is attracting widespread interest, particularly in studies related to industrial contamination [1]. Pollution due to heavy metals in aquatic habitats has become a source of great concern [2]. Different sources produce heavy metal, including natural and anthropogenic sources [3]. Industrial discharges contain pesticides, suspended solids, …
Introduction In the present scenario, the effect of heavy metals on aquatic fauna is gaining global concern, particularly in relation to industrial pollution [1]. The unregulated discharge of agricultural pesticides into aquatic bodies led to environmental issues for organisms in the aquatic habitat [2, 3].Heavy metal pollution of the aquaticbodies results from direct geological weathering …
In Vivo Assessment of Toxic Effects of Lead Nitrate on Daniorerio (Zebrafish) Read More »
Introduction Soil microorganisms, particularly Actinobacteria, play pivotal roles in maintaining terrestrial ecosystem functioning through organic matter decomposition, nutrient cycling, and symbiotic plant interactions [8]. Among these, the phylum Actinobacteria—notably the genus Streptomyces—has garnered global attention due to its unparalleled metabolic versatility, including the production of bioactive compounds (e.g., antibiotics, enzymes) and contributions to soil structure stabilization [18]. …
. Introduction The synthetic auxin 2,4-dichlorophenoxy acetic acid (2,4-D) mimics the effects of the natural auxin indole-3-acetic acid (IAA) in plants[1]. Unlike IAA quickly inactivated; 2,4-D persists for extended periods. This prolonged presence can create an imbalance in auxin levels and disrupt interactions with other hormones at the tissue level[2]. 2,4-D accumulates in chloroplasts and …
Effect of Synthetic Auxin on Water Content of Seedlings of Prosopis julifloraSwarz DC Read More »
Introduction: The malaria issues in Nigeria particularly and Africa at large has triggeredterrific health dares to the general public where their vectors transmits diseases to humans especially pregnant women and children which are the most susceptible group because of their little or no resistance to the parasitic disease [1].In the combat to both manage and …
