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Evaluation of Different Drying Methods and Leaf Age on the Retention of Phytochemical and Nutritional Attributes of Moringa Leaf Powder

Rajat Singh, Kaushik R.A., Jyothsna J, Ameta K.D., Rajiv, Pramod Kumar Singh & Pushpendra Kumar · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2024

Moringa (Moringa oleifera), indigenous to India and Africa, is esteemed for its dual utility as a minor timber source and, more importantly, as a vegetable crop. The leaves of the moringa tree are exceptionally nutrient-dense, containing essential elements such as iron, calcium,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2024/v30i72132

Enhancing Agricultural Productivity: A Comparative Study of Vegetable Cultivation under Polyhouse and Open Field Conditions in Punjab, India

Nisha Rani, Devinder Tiwari, Gaganpreet Kaur & Divyanshu Sharma · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2024

This study investigated the comparative agricultural performance of cucumber, capsicum and tomato cultivation in polyhouse structures versus open field conditions in Punjab, focusing on yield, market prices, cost of production and overall profitability. The study included 42 poly...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2024/v30i72133

Effect of Foliar Feeding of Plant Growth Regulator and Nutrients on Phenological Attributes of Guava (Psidium guajava L.) cv Apple Colour

Sandeep Raipuriya, T.R. Sharma, Rajnee Sharma, R. Shiv Ramakrishnan & C.S. Pandey · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2024

Guava, (Psidium guajava L.), small tropical tree or shrub of the family Myrtaceae, cultivated for its edible fruits. Guava trees are native to tropical America and are grown in tropical and subtropical areas worldwide. Nutrients and PGR play a crucial role in flowering and fruit...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2024/v30i72134

An Overview of Seed Production Methodologies in Selected Flowering Annuals

Kritika Thakur, Shreedhar Beese, Aman Guleria, Neha Grace Angel Kisku, Divesh Thakur, Shabnam Pangtu, Neha Rani & Sangeeta Chahar · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2024

This review provides a comprehensive overview of flower seed production, emphasizing the significance of the floriculture industry. Flower crops, especially annuals, contribute significantly to the beautification of surroundings and have become a lucrative agricultural business g...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2024/v30i72135

The extent of Adoption of Scientific Muga Culture Technology by the Muga Rearers of the Sonitpur District of Assam, India

Dababrata Saikia, Dipankar Saikia, Monimala Saikia & Debajit Borah · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2024

A study was conducted in the Sonitpur district of Assam, India, to assess the level of adoption of improved technologies among 120 muga farmers. Adoption of the scientific muga culture practices by the silk cultivators has direct relation with the yield production. It was found t...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2024/v30i72136

Soil Test Crop Response on Soil Health Parameters and Yield Attributes of Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L.) var. Kuber

Anamika Singh, Arun Alfred David, Tarence Thomas, Neha Toppo, Sneha Kumari, Manveer Singh, Bhushan R. Sawant Dessai & Sudhir Bhinchar · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2024

The investigation was conducted on Soil Test Crop Response (STCR) based Integrated Plant Nutrient System (IPNS) technology, where the fertilizer doses are customized according to the anticipated crop yield, considering the crop's nutrient requirements and the contributions from s...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2024/v30i72137

Estimate the Resource use Efficiency in Production of Chick-Pea in Chhattisgarh, India

Shashank Sharma, Sneha Pandey & Anjali Verma · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2024

The study is based on 225 respondents of various size-groups, marginal, small, medium and large. Cobb-Douglass production function was applied for estimating resource use efficiency of chick-pea cultivation. Objective of the study is to workout resource use efficiency of chick-pe...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2024/v30i72129

Satisfaction Levels of Farmers in Dhemaji Hut-The Atmanirbhar Dhemaji

Ashim. Kr. Saikia, Neelakshi Bhuyan, Gunjan Gogoi, Binita Konwar, Prajwalita Pathak, Abhilasa K Borthakur, Susmita Gogoi, Bhupen Kr. Daflari, Rekhamoni Gogoi, Manoranjan Neog & Uma Ram Tamuli · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2024

Kisan Mela (Farmers’ Fair) is an organized educational activity for involving and educating farmers by bringing together the farmers, scientists, extension workers, input agencies, developmental departments and non-governmental agencies on agriculture and allied aspects at a Rese...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2024/v30i72130

In-situ Measurement of Unsaturated Hydraulic Conductivity Function by a New Point Source Field Dripper Method (NPSFDM)

Mohd Tabish, A.K. Bajpai, Chhedi Lal Verma, S.K. Pyasi, R.B. Singh & G.D. Deshmukh · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2024

Unsaturated hydraulic conductivity function (Kh) is an important soil parameter for drip irrigation design. There are many laboratory and in-situ measurement methods available for the measurement of Kh with associated limitations. A point source field dripper model (PSFDM) using...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2024/v30i72128

Integrated Greenhouse Microclimate Management: A Review

K. Yadav, I. Arora, A. Kumar, M.K. Rana, V. Kumar, Kapil & Amit · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2024

The normal development of plants and an increase in yield depend on the microclimate in a greenhouse being controlled. Key microclimate factors, like carbon dioxide, temperature, sunlight and relative humidity could be altered by a variety of control actions such as humidificatio...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2024/v30i72127

Exploring the Benefits of e-Extension Tools: Perspectives from Extension Personnel

Ritesh Singh, R.K. Doharey, N.R. Meena, Abhinav Singh, Smita Singh & Anurag Shankar Singh · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2024

This study, conducted in Uttar Pradesh during 2023-2024, aims to evaluate the benefits of e-Extension tools among extension personnel in Uttar Pradesh, focusing on Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVKs) host by Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture and Technology (ANDUAT). Uttar P...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2024/v30i72126

Study on Physical Properties of Groundnut Cultivated in Andhra Pradesh for Design of Remote-Operated Groundnut Planter

K. Madhu Malathi, A. Srinivasa Rao, B. Raj Kiran & R. Ganesh Babu · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2024

Physical properties of groundnut seeds play an important role in designing the cell size of seed metering device, the thickness of metering disc, the diameter of metering device and the design of seed hopper for the development of remote-operated groundnut planter. The present st...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2024/v30i72120

Water Stress: Between Farmers' Needs and Public Policies the Case of Smallholder Farmers in the Villages of Nabatieh Governorate

Hala Aawada, Salam Chamseddine, Sana Kayel & Akram El-Jarf · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2024

Water scarcity is a paramount developmental and livelihood issue globally, posing life-threatening challenges in the Arab world and the Eastern Mediterranean. This scarcity manifests in two forms: physical scarcity, due to insufficient water resulting from local environmental con...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2024/v30i72121

Millets and Indigenous Food Systems in Indian Subcontinent: Revitalization, Resilience and Sovereignty

Vicky Yadav, Sudhanand Prasad Lal, Rishabh Singh Gaur & Biswajit Malik · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2024

Millet serves as a nutritional powerhouse, brimming with minerals, protein, beneficial fats, calcium, and an array of vital nutrients. Of all the millet varieties, Ragi takes the lead with its remarkable calcium content. Millets play a pivotal role in promoting good health, exhib...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2024/v30i72122

Evaluation of Sesame Germplasm for Resistance against Leaf Webber, Antigastra catalaunalis (Duponchel)

N. Swetha, T. Boopathi, B.S.L. Ramani, A. Tejaswini, A.L. Rathnakumar, K.T. Ramya, Praduman Yadav & C. Narendra Reddy · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2024

Antigastra catalaunalis Duponchel (Lepidoptera: Crambidae), known as the sesame leaf webber is an important and specific pest of sesame, exerting a considerable yield loss of up to 72%. The objective of this study was to assess various sesame germplasm for their resistance agains...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2024/v30i72123