Indian mustard (Brassica juncea L.) is an essential oilseed crop, which is widely cultivated for edible oil, rich in essential fatty acids. A field experiment was carried out at the Agronomy Research Farm of S.D.J. Post Graduate College, Chandeshwar, Azamgarh, affiliated with Vee...
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Research Article10.9734/ajsspn/2026/v12i3702
Assessment of soil fertility status under different land use systems is essential for sustainable nutrient management, particularly in arid regions where soils are inherently poor in organic matter and nutrient holding capacity. The present study was conducted to evaluate the sta...
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Research Article10.9734/ajsspn/2026/v12i3701
Tillage management lies at the heart of debates about sustainable agriculture, soil health, and climate change mitigation. As global interest in conservation agriculture and climate-smart farming intensifies, a rigorous reassessment of the long-term sustainability outcomes of til...
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Research Article10.9734/ajsspn/2026/v12i3700
Rice is a globally important staple crop, and nutrient-rich colored varieties like black rice are valued for their nutritional and medicinal benefits. A field experiment was conducted during the kharif season of 2025 at the Agricultural Farm of Himalayan University, Jollang, Itan...
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Research Article10.9734/ajsspn/2026/v12i2699
Cowpea [Vigna unguiculata (L.) Walp.] is an important leguminous and self-pollinated crop, which is grown in arid and semi-arid regions. Most of legume crop is phosphorus loving crop so balanced use of fertilizers is an important aspect. A field experiment was conducted at the SK...
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Research Article10.9734/ajsspn/2026/v12i2696
Strawberry is a widely cultivated and economically important fruit crop valued for its flavour, colour, aroma, and adaptability. It is rich in vitamin C, vitamin A, fibre, and antioxidants, making it beneficial for human health and widely used both fresh and in processed products...
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Research Article10.9734/ajsspn/2026/v12i2697
Green gram (moong) is a short-duration, protein-rich pulse crop widely grown in India, valued for nutrition and its ability to fix nitrogen, improving soil fertility in sustainable farming systems. Despite its importance, productivity remains low due to rainfed cultivation and mo...
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Research Article10.9734/ajsspn/2026/v12i2698
Green gram (Vigna radiata L.) is an important pulse crop whose productivity is often limited by declining soil fertility, making integrated nutrient management using chemical fertilizers, organic amendments, and compost essential for sustaining yield and soil health. A field expe...
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Research Article10.9734/ajsspn/2026/v12i2695
Alternaria leaf spot caused by Alternaria ricini is a major constraint in castor (Ricinus communis L.) production, leading to significant yield losses under conducive environmental conditions. The present study evaluated genetic variability for disease resistance among thirty pis...
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Research Article10.9734/ajsspn/2026/v12i2693
Roses, known as the “Queen of Flowers,” are highly valued ornamental crops but their short post-harvest life necessitates effective preservation techniques like optimized drying methods to maintain quality and extend usability. A laboratory investigation was conducted to standard...
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Research Article10.9734/ajsspn/2026/v12i2694