Manuel Alex

Impact of Benzyl Adenine Application on Early and Uniform Flowering in Orchids

Manuel Alex, G. Jayalekshmi, Gadha Sreekumar & Asha V Pillai · Asian Journal of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition · 2026

Orchid cultivation is a high-value horticultural enterprise in the southern states of India; however, irregular flowering often limits profitability. A Front Line Demonstration (FLD) was conducted by Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kottayam, Kerala, at Karukachal during 2023–24 and 2024–25...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajsspn/2026/v12i3718

Comparative Performance of Drone Broadcasting and Conventional Sowing Methods in Rice under Kuttanad Wetland Ecosystem

Asha V Pillai, Jayalekshmi G, Manuel Alex & Gadha Sreekumar · Journal of Experimental Agriculture International · 2026

Rice is a major staple crop in India and an essential component of Kerala’s agriculture, particularly in the Kuttanad wetland ecosystem. However, rice cultivation in this region faces challenges such as flooding, salinity, soil acidity, and labour scarcity. To address these issue...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jeai/2026/v48i84369