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Effect of Organic Manures and Foliar Application on Growth, Yield and Nutrient Uptake of Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata Nees.)

Nadhiya Devi K, S. Sivasankar, M. Kumaresan, VA. Abhirami & K. Khanchana · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2024

A field experiment was carried out to study the effect of organic manures and foliar application of organics on growth, yield and nutrient uptake of Kalmegh at the Department of Horticulture, Faculty of Agriculture, Annamalai University to find out the suitable organic inputs and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2024/v36i54568

Effect of Different Drying Methods on the Mineral Composition of Three Indigenous Leafy Vegetables

Asante J.M., Amaglo N. & Tandoh P.K · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2024

Leafy vegetables are known to contain high amounts of nutrients and phytochemicals which support growth and development in humans after consumption. Due to their high moisture content at stage of maturity, the rate of perishability is high. The objective of this study was to dete...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2024/v36i54560

Influence of Biofertigation and Crude Edible Oils Application on Growth Characteristics of Papaya (Carica papaya L.) cv. Red Lady

Ch. Sunitha, M. Madhavi, P. Vinaya Kumar Reddy, P. Subbaramamma, K. Sasikala & V. Sekhar · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2024

An experiment was carried out to know the influence of biofertigation and crude edible oils application on growth, floral and fruit characteristics of papaya (Carica Papaya L.) cv. Red Lady was carried out at Department of Fruit Science, Dr. YSRHU-College of Horticulture, Venkata...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2024/v36i54561

Determining Adaptability of Potato Genotypes in Mount Elgon Region of Uganda

Kwaka, L.W, Chemayek, B, Wasukira, A, Owere, L, Parka, M & Tusiime, G · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2024

Potato (Solanum tuberosum L.)  in Uganda is mainly produced in the highland areas of Kabale and Kisoro in south western and Bugisu and Sebei areas on the slopes of Mt. Elgon in the eastern part of the country. However, the yields have continuously reduced due to lack of suitable...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2024/v36i54562

Response of Maize (Zea mays L.) to Nitrogen Levels, Conventional and Enriched Organic Manures on Yield and Major Nutrient Uptake in a Vertisol

Dilip Kumar M & S. I. Tolanur · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2024

A field experiment was conducted during kharif 2015-16 at Mulmuthla village of Dharwad taluk in Dharwad district, Karnataka, India. Research conducted to study the effect of enriched FYM and vermicompost and nitrogen levels on yield and majornutrient uptake of maize (Zea mays L.)...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2024/v36i54563

Soil Properties and Land Use in Salt Affected Soils of Prakasam District, Andhra Pradesh, India

P. Venkata Subbaiah, K. Anny Mrudhula & M. J. Kaledhonkar · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2024

A study was conducted to assess the soil properties, land use in salt affected areas of Prakasam district,Andhra Pradesh during 2021-22. A total of 240 soil samples in salt affected mandals were collected and were analysed for different physical, physico-chemical properties. The...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2024/v36i54564

Impact of Paddy Straw Incorporation along with Different Fertilizer Doses on Mineral N Dynamics and GHG Emissions

Ch. Ravali, G. Jayasree, K. Sammi Reddy, G. Pratibha & S. Triveni · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2024

Aim: An incubation experiment was conducted, which aimed to investigate NH4+ and NO3- release pattern and GHG emissions as influenced by paddy residue decomposition over 120 days. Study Design: Completely randomized block design. Place and Duration of Study: The study was conduct...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2024/v36i54565

A Review on Effect of Organic Conditioner on Physico-chemical and Microbiological Properties of Soil

Sagnik Naskar, Manju Kumari & Anvesha · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2024

The unbalanced use of chemical fertilizers has caused adverse effects on the environment and human health, which has raised the focus on environmentally friendly agricultural techniques for sustainable farming globally. The article investigates the effects of organic conditioners...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2024/v36i54554

Evaluation of the Effects of Nutrient Omissions on the Growth and Seed Yield of Two Castor Plant Varieties in Southwest Nigeria

Kolawole, Gani Oladejo, Adejinle, Folake Omolola & Adesina Adedayo · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2024

Purpose: This pot experiment determined the critical nutrient elements for improved performance of two castor varieties in the study area. Methods: Two castor plant varieties; Indian Brown (IB) and Brazilian White (BW) were raised using ten nutrient types; 120 kg N, 50 kg P, 60 k...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2024/v36i54555

Influence of Sulphur and Zinc on Growth, Yield and Economics of Groundnut (Arachis hypogea L.)

Pawan, Prateek Kumar, Biswarup Mehera & Vishal · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2024

A field trial was led during Zaid (summer) season of 2023 at Crop Research Farm Department of Agronomy. The treatments contained of 3 level of Sulphur (15, 30 & 45 kg/ha) and 3 level of zinc (20kg/ha, 0.50% and 0.25% foliar application) along with recommended dosages of N, P,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2024/v36i54556

Enhancement of Growth and Yield of Cotton by Organic and Inorganic Nutrients with Phytohormone

Naveen M, Srinivasan S, Angayarkanni A & Arun Kumar S · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2024

Cotton is an important fibre and cash crop in India, contributing significantly to the country's industrial and agricultural economies. It provides the textile industry with its main raw material (cotton fibre). Cotton in India is a direct source of income for 6 million farmers,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2024/v36i54557

Enhancing Wheat Yield and Economic Viability in Subtropical Rainfed Agriculture through Combined Herbicide Application

Indra Kumar Kasi, N. Charitha, Awanindra Kumar Tiwari, G. Gomadhi, Devendra Kumar Sahu, Okram Ricky Devi, Drishty Katiyar, Saurabh Raj Pandey & Nadiya Afreen · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2024

The management of weeds remains a critical aspect of agricultural production, particularly in rainfed subtropical regions where weed pressure can significantly impact crop yield and economic returns. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of combined herbicide applications on b...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2024/v36i54558

Effect of Organic Sources of Nutrients on Yield, Quality, Soil Fertility Status and Economics of Onion (Allium cepa L.)

C. H. Raval, B. N. Satodiya, A. J. Patel & D. D. Parekh · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2024

An experiment was carried out to study the effect of organic sources of nutrients on yield, quality, soil fertility status and economics of onion (Allium cepa L.) at Horticulture Research Farm, College of Horticulture, AAU, Anand during the three consecutive years 2016-17, 2017-1...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2024/v36i54559

Estimation and Comparative Study of Operational Costs of Various Combined Tillage and Sowing Implements

Sharad Kumar Namdev, Prashant Mario D’ Souza, Seen Cline Moses & Rana Noor Aalam · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2024

Agricultural Engineer’s and economists use a variety of engineering and economic principles for calculating a machinery costs. An effective farm manager must also know these principles, and apply them when deciding to buy, lease, rent or share machinery. Thus, estimating farm mac...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2024/v36i54552

Impact of Integrated Nutrient Management on Growth and Properties of Soil in Sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.)

Amit Kumar Mehta, Sanjay Kumar Shahi, Shravan Kumar Maurya, Krishna Kumar Patel, Rishikesh Yadav, Devrani Gupta, Chandrakant Chaubey & P. K. Sharma · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2024

A field experiment was conducted on sandy loam soil at Udai Pratap (Autonomous) College, Varanasi with sunflower, variety PSH-50 as test crop during Zaid season (2020-2021) to study the impact of integrated use of inorganic fertilizers, FYM and bio-fertilizers on performance of s...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2024/v36i54553