Satna district in Madhya Pradesh faces significant challenges with large areas of kharif fallow lands, primarily due to rainfed conditions and erratic, uneven rainfall distribution. This leads to low cropping intensity, reduced food grain production, and underutilization of culti...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpss/2026/v38i66132
Ecological weed management offers a sustainable alternative to conventional weed control by emphasizing prevention, diversification, and ecosystem-based suppression rather than reliance on single, curative interventions. This review systematically synthesizes evidence from peer-r...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpss/2026/v38i66133
Prajnashree Mallick, Subhasmita Parida, Nirakar Bhol, Saswat Nayak, Tanmay L Mohanty, Ranjan K Kar, Madhab C Behera, Hiranmayee Nayak, Smitha G Nair, Manas R Nayak, Bikram K Parimanik & Sourav R Mohapatra·International Journal of Plant & Soil Science·2026
Apisilviculture, the integration of beekeeping with forestry, agroforestry and agricultural systems, has emerged as an important nature-based strategy for addressing food insecurity, pollinator decline, biodiversity loss and climate change. The present review critically examines...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpss/2026/v38i66134
Hoya is a diverse tropical ornamental plant group widely distributed in Southeast Asia, with high species richness in Indonesia. Despite its horticultural and ecological importance, information on growth behavior and flowering characteristics of many species remains limited, part...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpss/2026/v38i66129
Samima Akhtar, Amrit Tamang, Koushik Ghosh, Mandira Saha, Sagar Tamang, Dipta Som, Partha Sarathi Patra, Hriday Kamal Tarafder, Jakir Ali Mallick & Manoj Kanti Debnath·International Journal of Plant & Soil Science·2026
Potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) is the fourth most important food crop globally and served as a staple food in western countries. Recently, nanotechnology-based farming has gained much attention for improving nutrient use efficiency, maximizing yields and environmental sustainabili...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpss/2026/v38i66130
Cauliflower (Brassica oleracea var. botrytis L.) is an economically important vegetable crop widely cultivated for its nutritional and commercial value. However, severe infestations of insect pests, particularly diamondback moth (Plutella xylostella L.) and tobacco caterpillar (S...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpss/2026/v38i66126
Pigeon pea productivity is often constrained by weed infestation due to its slow initial growth and wide plant spacing. Optimizing plant spacing in intercropping systems is therefore essential for enhancing yield, improving resource use efficiency, and suppressing weeds. This stu...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpss/2026/v38i66128
Wild edible ferns contribute significantly to the dietary diversity and food security of communities inhabiting the Himalayan region, yet their nutritional potential remains inadequately documented. This study presents a detailed biochemical characterisation of Diplazium esculent...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpss/2026/v38i66119
Background: Sandy loam soils are generally low in organic matter and have poor water and nutrient retention, which limits crop productivity. Soil amendments such as hydrogel, humic acid, and biochar are increasingly used to improve soil quality and enhance plant growth. However,...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpss/2026/v38i66120
Guava is an important tropical fruit crop in India valued for its nutrition and adaptability. However, its growth and fruit development vary among varieties and depend on local environmental conditions. In Gunupur, Odisha, limited information is available on suitable guava cultiv...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpss/2026/v38i66121