Chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.) is a vital pulse crop and one of the most important grain legumes cultivated worldwide across tropical, subtropical and temperate regions; in India, it is a major rabi season crop. Chickpea wilt, caused by Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. ciceri, is a serio...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2026/v29i53978
The third most significant source of edible vegetable oil in the world is Indian mustard (Brassica juncea L. Czern. & Coss.). However, a number of abiotic as well as biotic constraints have a negative impact on its production. Among the biotic factors, Alternaria blight cause...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2026/v29i53971
Chickpea is an important cool-season pulse crop valued for its high protein content and major contribution to global food security, particularly in India, which is the largest producer. Nitrogen plays a key role in plant growth and productivity; however, conventional fertiliser u...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2026/v29i53972
Downy mildew caused by Pseudoperonospora cubensis is one of the most destructive diseases of cucurbits worldwide. The present investigation was conducted to study the host range and effect of plant spacing on disease development in cucumber under field conditions. Eight cucurbit...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2026/v29i53973
The rising need for sustainable agricultural practices in modern vegetable production necessitates the exploration of alternative nitrogen sources like plant associated nitrogen fixing bacteria. This study aimed to isolate, characterize and evaluate native foliar bacteria specifi...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2026/v29i53974
Selective breeding is one of the strategies employed to improve desired traits in silkworm. Cross breeds are developed for enhanced silk productivity. The usage of genetically improved parental lines in crossbreeding programs can enhance raw silk production by enhancing key econo...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2026/v29i53969
In the Navsari region, information on the occurrence and distribution of the smooth-coated otter (Lutrogale perspicillata) is largely anecdotal and lacks systematic scientific assessment. Average 6-8 no. smooth-coated otters (Lutra perspicillata) population was recorded at Nani...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2026/v29i53970
Plant disease and pest surveillance is undergoing a profound technological transition. Conventional crop protection has historically depended on episodic field scouting, expert visual inspection, and broad-spectrum preventative spraying, all of which are constrained by labour int...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2026/v29i53967
Background and Aims: Corneal ulcers are among the most frequently encountered ophthalmic conditions in small animal practice, particularly in brachycephalic breeds that are predisposed to corneal exposure and trauma. Delayed epithelial healing and recurrence are common challenges...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2026/v29i53968
Ramzy A. Yousif, Omer. A. Idam, E. A. T Mubarak, F. S. Abdalla, Fouzi. A Mohamed, Samia H. Ahmed, H. M. A. Sulieman & Hassan M. Yagoub·Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology·2026
Aquaculture, the world’s fastest-growing food production sector, plays a pivotal role in ensuring global food security and meeting the increasing demand for high-quality protein. Despite its rapid expansion, the industry continues to face significant challenges, including disease...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2026/v29i53965