Cotton (Gossypium spp.) is an economically important crop grown globally for its natural fibre and seeds, and its productivity is significantly affected by various biotic stresses. Fusarium wilt caused by Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. vasinfectum (FOV) is a major constraint to cotton...
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Research Article10.9734/arrb/2026/v41i62408
Saundar Lal, Amit Nagar, R. K. Gupta, Ashvani Panwar, Anurag Tripathi, Akankhya Guru, Ranjeet Kumar & S. K. Singh·Annual Research & Review in Biology·2026
Understanding genetic diversity within rapeseed–mustard is crucial for strengthening breeding programs aimed at improving yield, stress tolerance, and seed quality. The present investigation was conducted to assess genetic variability and inter-relationships among yield and its c...
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Research Article10.9734/arrb/2026/v41i62406
Maize (Zea mays L.) is crucial to food security in Burkina Faso. However, productivity remains constrained by low yields in some varieties. This study aimed to evaluate the agro-physiological performance of eight hybrid genotypes under rain-fed Sudano-Sahelian conditions. Eight (...
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Research Article10.9734/arrb/2026/v41i62405
Fotso Nick Kouokam, Dobgima Walter Pisoh, Cleopas Nfor Njomekah Kilo, Sidney Warra Tamufor, Mahamat Oumar & Helen Ngum Ntonifor·Annual Research & Review in Biology·2026
Background and Aims: Toxoplasma gondii (T. gondii), with a neurotropic nature represents a potential causative agent for psychiatric and behavioural disorders, which can lead to infertility. The aim of this study was to analyse the effect of T. gondii infection on depression in i...
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Research Article10.9734/arrb/2026/v41i62403
Thirty volatile compounds were identified in the extracts of Brassica species (Brassica napus, B. nigra, B. rapa, B. juncea and B. carinata). Quantitative and qualitative differences were found among the volatiles extracted from uninfested plant, aphid infested plant and prey. Th...
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Research Article10.9734/arrb/2026/v41i62404
SOUMAHORO Brahima André, Touré Yaya, Coulibaly Souleymane, Diarrassouba Moussa & Nobah Céline Sidonie Koco·Annual Research & Review in Biology·2026
Background: Lettuce production is essential for food security and urban nutrition in Côte d’Ivoire, but faces challenges related to land scarcity and intensive chemical use. Aquaponics offers a sustainable alternative by combining fish farming and soilless cultivation to enhance...
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Research Article10.9734/arrb/2026/v41i62402
Haoua Nacambo, Pingawindé SAWADOGO, Aboubacar Sory, Clémence Zerbo & Pengdwende Larba Abdoul Aziz Zabsonre·Annual Research & Review in Biology·2026
Background and Aims: Long considered in Burkina Faso as a ruderal plant or a crop weed, Senna obtusifolia also known as casse fétide in French or Katr-nanguri in the Mooré language is now recognized for its food, medicinal, and economic potential. It is used in both human and ani...
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Research Article10.9734/arrb/2026/v41i62401
Jonatas Tavares da Silva, Ryan Henrique Gomes da Silva, Amanda Maria Nunes, Miryan Luzinete da Silva, Lucas Vitor Batista Rodrigues, Arthur Luís Silva de Araújo, Larissa Mayara da Silva Gomes, Marcílio Martins de Moraes, Claudio Augusto Gomes da Camara, Wagner Eduardo da Silva, Mônica Freire Belian & João Rufino de Freitas Filho·Annual Research & Review in Biology·2026
Deoxy sugars, which have been found ubiquitously in plants, fungi, and bacteria, are an important class of carbohydrates. The widespread occurrence of deoxy sugars in different organisms suggests diverse biological functions. Numerous reports have shown that they indeed exhibit v...
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Research Article10.9734/arrb/2026/v41i62400
Background: Biofloc technology (BFT) is an innovative and sustainable approach in intensive aquaculture that enhances nutrient recycling, improves physicochemical water quality, and minimizes environmental impacts. It promotes the growth of probiotics (beneficial microbial commun...
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Research Article10.9734/arrb/2026/v41i62399
Assouman Jean Simon Konan, Sidibe Daouda, Kouakou Adjoua Dorcas, Yao Saraka Didier Martial & Diarrassouba Nafan·Annual Research & Review in Biology·2026
Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata (L.) Walp.) is a strategic legume for food security and the economy in sub-Saharan Africa. In Côte d’Ivoire, its productivity remains low despite its high nutritional value. Controlled hybridization represents a key approach for improving yield and resil...
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Research Article10.9734/arrb/2026/v41i52397