Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) is one of the most important cereal crops globally and serves as a staple food for a substantial proportion of the world’s population. The study aims to evaluate the effect of split application of nitrogen and potassium on the growth and yield attribu...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpss/2026/v38i46048
In Côte d’Ivoire, soil fertility is a major challenge for the sustainability of agricultural systems. The progressive degradation of arable land is exacerbated by the intensive use of chemical fertilizers, resulting in declining crop yields and increased environmental risks. This...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpss/2026/v38i46049
Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.) is an economically important vegetable crop, and improving its yield potential through the evaluation of diverse genotypes remains a key objective in breeding programmes. The identification of superior genotypes based on growth and yield attribute...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpss/2026/v38i46045
White rust of Indian mustard (Brassica juncea L.), caused by the obligate oomycete Albugo candida (Pers.) Kuntze, represents one of the most economically devastating biotic constraints to mustard cultivation across diverse agro-climatic regions of India. The disease is particular...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpss/2026/v38i46046
Assessing the knowledge level of farmers and identifying their specific training needs are essential steps for designing effective agricultural extension programs. A needs-based approach not only to ensures relevance and responsiveness but also enhances farmer participation and t...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpss/2026/v38i46041
The adoption of integrated nitrogen management (INM); which entails the combined application of organic and inorganic nitrogen sources; has been widely recognised for its role in improving nutrient availability; enhancing soil fertility; and promoting sustainable agricultural pro...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpss/2026/v38i46042
Mali, a vast West African country characterized by predominantly arid and semi-arid conditions, relies heavily on agropastoral systems where livestock plays a crucial role in national livelihoods and the economy. However, increasing pressures from climate change, bushfires, and l...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpss/2026/v38i46043
MAK 4 soybean, a widely grown and early maturing variety, offers potential compatibility with upland rice due to its growth habit and soil fertility benefits. The study aims to assess the growth and yield performance of different upland rice varieties when intercropped with MAK 4...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpss/2026/v38i46044
A survey was taken up in the year 2022 in the arecanut gardens of three selected taluks of the Malnad region viz. Koppa, Sringeri and Thirthahalli. The soil samples were collected at surface (0-30 cm) and sub-surface (30-60 cm) depths in healthy and unhealthy arecanut gardens and...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpss/2026/v38i46040
Agricultural growth and instability have remained subject of intense debate in the agricultural economics literature in India. Instability is a very essential characteristic of agriculture. Since agriculture is dependent on weather conditions, the area, production and yield of th...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpss/2026/v38i46038