Biotechnology Journal International

Sustainable Production of Liquid Biofertilizer: Utilizing Spent Mushroom Substrate and Watermelon Peels

Mini P. U., C.D. Onwukwe, Ezeonuegbu, B. A, Ikedimma C. M, Daodu, B. T., Stanley H. O. & Ariole C. N. · Biotechnology Journal International · 2025

Biofertilizers are natural fertilizers that contains live biomass. This study demonstrates the production of Liquid biofertilizer through the use of spent mushroom substrate (SMS), and watermelon peels by liquid state fermentation technique. This is a result of contamination and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/bji/2025/v29i1766

Assessment of the Persistent Organic Compounds Residual Level in Farm Soil of Telfaria occidentalis Hook F. Cultivation Area in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Nigeria

Nnrani F. I., Ogunlade-Anibasa G. O., Ndana R. W. & Aliyu H. D. · Biotechnology Journal International · 2025

Soil samples from some selected farms where Telfaria occidentalis Hook F. was planted within the Federal Capital Territory was during the rainy season (August 2023) soil samples were collected using a modified grid of 40 m – 40 m adapted from (Anibasa, 2016) with 20 m apart betwe...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/bji/2025/v29i1764

Chemical Disinfectants in Disease Management and Productivity Enhancement in Mulberry Sericulture: A Review

Kishan Kumar R, Sowmiya K, Tanvi Rahman, Mohammed Jawad Ahamed & Jashwanth S · Biotechnology Journal International · 2025

The sericulture industry, focused on producing silk from Bombyx morisilkworms, is highly vulnerable to pathogenic outbreaks due to the domestication of silkworms, which has diminished their natural immunity. Pathogens, including bacteria, fungi, and viruses, are common threats in...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/bji/2025/v29i1765

Utilizing Plant Tissue Culture Protocol for Propagation of Jatropha curcas- A Semi-arid Tree Species in Maiduguri, Nigeria

Abdullahi Abdulkadir, Martha Tarfa, Mohammed Abdulhamid Umar, Mohammad Saquib, Ali AG Benisheikh & Mohammed Audu · Biotechnology Journal International · 2025

This study examines the in vitro propagation of Jatropha curcas, a drought resistant tree species valued for its medicinal uses, biofuel production, and soil rehabilitation in arid regions. The research addresses the challenges of natural regeneration by employing micropropagatio...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/bji/2025/v29i1763

Genotypic Identification of Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase (ESBL) Producing Salmonella spp. Associated with Meat and Lettuce and Sales Practices that Contribute to Contamination of These Foods in Bobo Dioulasso

Namwin Siourimè Somda, Guira Flibert, Domonbabele François de Sales Hien, Abel Tankoano, Tomiwa Olumide Adesoji, G Romaric Bayili, Eugenie Mamounata Konfé/Kanwé, Amadou Roamba, Donatien Kaboré, Ouindgueta Juste Isidore Bonkoungou, Aly Savadogo & Hagrétou Sawadogo-Lingani · Biotechnology Journal International · 2025

Background and Aims: Food contamination is often linked to diverse factors such as poor food preservation, culinary techniques, and the handling of products during marketing. These factors could facilitate the spread of bacteria which are among the primary causes of food borne in...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/bji/2025/v29i1762

Hygiene Practices and Microbial Contamination of Liquid Gapal Sold in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso

TANKOANO Abel, Somda Namwin Siourimè, Guira Flibert, Pare Adama, Tiral Rahma Zeynab, Ouedraogo Bénéwendé Toussaint, Safi Amal, Kaboré Donatien & SAWADOGO-LINGANI Hagrétou · Biotechnology Journal International · 2025

Aims: Liquid gapal is a fermented food prepared mainly from millet paste and milk, and is increasingly consumed in Burkina Faso's major cities. This study aims to contribute to knowledge of the microbiological quality of liquid gapal marketed in Ouagadougou. Methodology: To achie...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/bji/2025/v29i1761

Pathogenic Susceptibility of Cashew (Anacardium occidentale L.) to Twelve Isolates of Colletotrichum sp Present on Six Weeds in Cashew Orchards in Côte d'Ivoire

Traoré Aboulaye, Soro Sibirina, Ayémou Alloua R. E., Soro N. Arsène, Traoré-Ouattara Karidia & Kone Daouda · Biotechnology Journal International · 2025

Cashew nuts are one of the agricultural products that contribute significantly to Côte d'Ivoire's economic development. However, cashew nut production in Côte d'Ivoire is threatened by anthracnose. Reducing anthracnose proliferation factors could reduce its impact on cashew trees...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/bji/2025/v29i1760

Biogas Potential Assessment of Co-digestion of Various Wastes (Cassava Residues, Poultry Droppings and Household Waste) in the Gbêkê Region, Bouaké, Central Ivory Coast

KOUASSI Barbara Sidoine Abonouah, Adjiri Oi Adjiri & GROGA Noel · Biotechnology Journal International · 2024

Assessing the potential for biogas from cassava residues, poultry droppings and household waste in Bouaké will help determine the viability of a sustainable energy project. Cassava is abundant in this region, and its exploitation produces starch-rich residues, a potential source...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/bji/2024/v28i6759

Effect of Fermentation Time of Bacillus subtilis ATCC 6051 on Black and Red Lima Bean (Phaseolus lunatus) Seeds on Nutrients, Antinutrients and Antioxidant Potential

Kouadio Patrick N’zi, Messou Tchumou, Koffi Siméon Brou, Kouadio Constant Attchelouwa, Kouadio Florent N’guessan & Kablan Tano · Biotechnology Journal International · 2024

Aims: The lima bean (Phaseolus lunatus) is a species of legume rich in protein and minerals, particularly potassium, phosphorus, calcium and iron. However, this legume is not widely consumed because it is considered a poor man's protein and its consumption leads to digestion prob...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/bji/2024/v28i6758

Morphological and Molecular Characterization of Endophytic Bacteria Isolated from Bambara Groundnut (Vigna subterranea) Nodules in Daloa, Côte d’Ivoire

GUEI Nassé Kaéda Raïssa, TAHA Kaoutar, KOFFI Amoin Gisèle, Guei Arnauth Martinez, KOFFI Mathurin, FILALI-MALTOUF Abdelkarim & Konate Ibrahim · Biotechnology Journal International · 2024

A thorough understanding of the diversity, functions and specific interactions of endophytic bacteria present in legumes is essential for improving crop production. This study aimed to identify roots nodule endophytes associated to Bambara groundnut by analyzing their morphologic...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/bji/2024/v28i6757