Salt stress is a major constraint limiting the successful propagation and establishment of crop plants, particularly in arid and semi-arid regions. In crops such as pomegranate (Punica granatum L.) cv. Bhagwa, salinity adversely affects rooting, growth, and physiological processe...
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Research Article10.9734/jeai/2026/v48i44189
This project presents a cost-effective and efficient mechanical solution for the automated harvesting and threshing of black pepper (Piper nigrum L.). The system integrates a 12V DC motor with worm-spur gear transmission that drives counter-rotating rubber rollers for gentle on-p...
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Research Article10.9734/jeai/2026/v48i44185
India has emerged as the world’s largest producer of rice, surpassing China. But India has shown that continuous and imbalanced use of chemical fertilisers can adversely affect soil health and crop performance. A field experiment was conducted during the Kharif season of 2025 at...
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Research Article10.9734/jeai/2026/v48i44186
Fruit ripening, regulated mainly by ethylene, affects color, texture, aroma, and nutritional quality. Modern controlled ripening chambers, enhanced with IoT, sensors, and automated systems, ensure safe, uniform, and optimized fruit ripening while extending shelf life. The present...
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Research Article10.9734/jeai/2026/v48i44187
Rice is a vital staple crop, especially in Asia and India, but its sustainable production is threatened by population growth, limited resources, and climate change. Genetic diversity and divergence analysis are essential in rice breeding, as they enable the development of high-yi...
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Research Article10.9734/jeai/2026/v48i44188
Despite its many advantages, Solenostemon rotundifolius remains underutilized. Inadequate seedling conservation impairs their quality and reduces germination and yield. This study evaluates the effect of conservation methods on physiological recovery and tuber yield. A trial was...
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Research Article10.9734/jeai/2026/v48i44183
In the context of higher agricultural education in India, communication competence plays a pivotal role in bridging the gap between scientific knowledge and its practical application in the field. This study presents a comprehensive and much-needed assessment of the multidimensio...
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Research Article10.9734/jeai/2026/v48i44184
In sub-Saharan Africa, including Kanem, Chad, households diversify livelihoods using agricultural and non-farm activities to manage risks and enhance sustainability, guided by the Sustainable Livelihood Framework. This article aims to analyse the livelihood assets that influence...
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Research Article10.9734/jeai/2026/v48i44181
Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is a globally important vegetable valued for its nutritional content and wide use in fresh and processed forms. Meeting rising demand requires enhanced production through genetic improvement and breeding efforts. The study on genetic variability of t...
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Research Article10.9734/jeai/2026/v48i44182
This study aimed to investigate the effects of broiler chicken on low crude protein diets with supplementation of four limiting essential amino acids (LAAs): tryptophan, threonine, lysine and methionine, on growth performance, nitrogen utilization and economic benefits. One hundr...
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Research Article10.9734/jeai/2026/v48i44180