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Different Weed Management Techniques in Maize (Zea mays L.): A Review

Onkar R. Hirwe, Sourabh Kumar, Kathi Hema Sri, P. Mansa Reddy, Neeraj Kumar, S. K. Nandana, . Rajeev, Shailja Sharma & Suhail Fayaz · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2023

Farmers are subjected to yield loss due to different reasons including weed invasion. As weed management is a major approach different methods are incorporated for their management like cultural, mechanical and chemical, etc. Different strategies are required for eradication as c...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2023/v35i133003

Efficacy of Selected Insecticides against Shoot and Fruit Borer, Earias vittella (Fabricius.) on Okra

Mangali Sowjanya & Ashwani Kumar · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2023

A field experiment was carried out at Central Research Farm (CRF), SHUATS, Uttar Pradesh, India, during the Kharif season (autumn reap) for a total of three months, from mid-July to mid-October, 2022. The seven treatments—Indoxacarb 14.5% SC (T1), Deltamethrin 2.8% EC (T2), Karan...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2023/v35i132996

Influence of Phosphorus and Gibberelic Acid on Growth and Yield of Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata L.)

Deborah Lalbiakhlui Zote & Joy Dawson · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2023

A field experiment was conducted during Kharif season 2022 on Cowpea crop at Crop Research Farm, Department of Agronomy, Naini Agricultural Institute, SHUATS, Prayagraj (U.P) to study the “Influence of Phosphorus and Gibberelic acid on growth and yield of Cowpea (Vigna unguiculat...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2023/v35i132997

Effect of Low Cost Storage Structure on Shelf Life and Quality of Onion Genotypes

Hitesh Kumar & S. K. Dhankhar · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2023

The effect of fully ventilated storage structure on shelf-life and quality of onion genotypes was studied at CCS, Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar. The experiment was conducted in a single factor with one level with three replications. The lowest physiological weight losses...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2023/v35i132998

Effect of Different Levels of Carbon Dioxide Concentrations on Qualitative Traits of Strawberry (Fragaria × Ananassa) during Storage var. Winter Dawn

Cheame M. Sangma, Samir Ebson Topno & Annjoe V. Joseph · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2023

The present investigation the effect of different levels of carbon dioxide concentration on qualitative traits of strawberry during storage was studied. Strawberry (Fragaria × ananassa) were stored at ambient temperature for 5 days and controlled temperature at 5oC for 14 days in...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2023/v35i132999

Watering Rates and Its Response to Cocoa (Theobroma cacao L.) Genotypes Growth Development

Nduka Beatrice Abanum, Ibrahim Olalekan Sobowale & Olufemi Aremu-Dele · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2023

Cocoa genotypes exhibiting different responses to water and watering rates to growth parameters necessitate this study. Seedlings were raised from cocoa hybrids genotypes (CRIN Tc1 – 8) and F3 Amazon. The seeds after 4 days of sowing were subjected to 3 watering rates of 50 ml, 1...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2023/v35i133000

Utilising Inter-Random Amplified Polymorphic DNA, Assess Genetic Variability in Indigenous Medicinal Plant Heart-leaved Moonseed (Tinospora cordifolia)

B. C. Akhilraj, J. Suresh, K. Rajamani, M. Kumar & R. Gnanam · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2023

The Ayurvedic medical system, which uses herbal preparations for its traditional remedies, has been used in India since ancient times. One of the powerful immunomodulators is Tinospora cordifolia, also known as AMRITA, which is credited to this miracle medication for giving its u...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2023/v35i132995

Carbon Sequestration and Stabilisation Mechanisms in the Agricultural Soils: A Review

S. R. Kavya, B. Rani, M. R. Fida Banu & P. P. Nihala Jabin · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2023

Rapidly increasing levels of atmospheric CO2 and other greenhouse gases (GHGs) initiate unprecedented changes in climate systems, leading to severe ecological and economic disruptions. Climate change mitigation is possible through a reduction in net GHG emission by the process of...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2023/v35i132991

Divergence Analysis of Bitter Gourd Genotypes for Yield and Yield Attributes

M. O. Ankitha, M. R. Bindu, S. Bhaskar Reddy & S. Anand · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2023

Genetic divergence for yield and yield attributes were evaluated in 33 bitter gourd genotypes for 17 characters. Characters such as, days to first male flower appearance, days to first female flower appearance, node of first male flower appearance, node of first female flower app...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2023/v35i132992

Effect of Boron and Panchagavya on Growth and Yield of Baby Corn (Zea mays L.)

Chanshim Molung Kanshouwa & Biswarup Mehera · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2023

The experiment was conducted in the Crop Research Farm, department of agronomy during the summer season of 2022 on baby corn crop. The treatments consisted of 3 levels of boron (2kg, 3kg, 4 kg/ha) and Panchagavya (2 sprays of 2%, 3%, 4%) as a foliar spray at 15 and 30 DAS and a c...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2023/v35i132993

Studies on the Preservation of Kokum (Garcinia indica) Rind Juice at Ambient Storage Condition

S. R. Takale, P. P. Relekar & J. H. Kadam · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2023

The study aimed to determine the effect of different concentrations of sodium benzoate at ambient storage condition on kokum rind juice. For this experiment, Factorial Completely Randomized Design (F.C.R.D.) was used. During the investigation, the chemical parameter, microbial an...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2023/v35i132994

Quality Evaluation of Ginger (Zingiber officinale Rosc.) Germplasms under New Alluvial Zone of West Bengal, India

Luwangshangbam James Singh, Anupam Pariari, Souvick Banik, Utpal Singha, Dawan Arkini Challam & Airish Pariari · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2023

The study was conducted at the Department of Plantation, Spices, Medicinal and Aromatic Crops, Faculty of Horticulture, Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya, Nadia, West Bengal, India during March-May, of 2020 and 2021. The objective of the present study was to evaluate the quali...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2023/v35i132988

Effect of Different Types of Lights on Growth, Yield and Quality of Kale (Brassica oleracea var. Acephala)

Polimetla Grace Oliva Santhi & Samir Ebson Topno · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2023

A research project was conducted to investigate the impact of different types of lighting on the growth, yield, and quality of Kale (Brassica oleracea var Acephala), under the Prayagraj Agro Climatic conditions. The experiment comprised of treatments T0 (Outdoor under sunlight),...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2023/v35i132989

Efficacy Evaluation of Organic Fertilizers on Growth, Yield and Quality Parameters of French Beans, Maize and Kale in Different Counties of Kenya

Wafula N. Wekha, Nicholas K. Korir, Mutugi V. Gichimu & Arunga Hezron · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2023

Sustainable agriculture is an important global issue. Organic fertilizer application improves crop growth by supplying plant nutrients, including micronutrients, as well as improving the physical, chemical, and biological properties of the soil, thereby providing a better environ...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2023/v35i132987

Effect of Sulphur and Zinc on Growth and Yield of Black Gram (Vigna mungo L.)

D. Sindhuja, Bishwarup Mehera & Prateek Kumar · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2023

A field experiment was conducted during zaidseason of 2022 at the crop research farm, Department of Agronomy, Naini Agriculture Institute, Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology and Science, Prayagraj (U.P) India. To study Response of Sulphur and zinc on growth an...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2023/v35i132982