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Efficacy of Quarrying Activities and Heavy Metals on Nutritional Composition of Water Leaf (Talinum triangulare L.)

Wewe, Adeola Oluwatoyin, Ajibola, Olufemi Victor, Adegbite, Oluwatosin Mary & Agbede, Taiwo Micheal · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2025

Environmental pollution stands as a significant threat to humanity and it is recognized as a principal cause of diseases and fatalities due to exposure to hazardous substances from both natural and human-induced origins. This research aimed to assess the efficacy of quarrying act...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2025/v37i25337

The Ameliorative Effects of Lime and Vermicompost on Yield and Yield Components of Barley (Hordeum vulgar L.) and Soil Properties in Acidic Soil of Northwestern Ethiopia

Wubayehu Kidanemariam, Getachew Agegnehu & Eyayu Molla · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2025

Soil acidity and fertility depletion are the major challenges to crop production in the northwestern highlands of Ethiopia. In response to this problem, this study was conducted on acidic soils of Banja district of northwestern Ethiopia to evaluate the main and interaction effect...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2025/v37i25334

Assessing the Impact of Simulated Water and Salinity Stress on the Physiological and Biochemical Characteristics of [Bacopa monnieri (L.) Wettst.]

Binit Baraik & Shalini Lal · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2025

Introduction: The growth, development, and biosynthesis of secondary metabolites in the plant are strongly affected by environmental stress. The pharmaceutical values of medicinal herbs depend on the presence of secondary metabolites that are influenced by environmental stress. D...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2025/v37i25335

Characterization and Comparative Assessment of Ten Advanced Lines of Aus Rice (Oryza sativa)

Aliya Adiba Khanam, Mokhshedul Haque, Shah Mohammad Kamrul Hasan, S. M. Abdul Gani, Ripon Chandra Karmoker, Md. Imdadul Haque, Mirza Golam Morshed, Khalid Syfullah & Md. Shahidur Rashid Bhuiyan · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2025

The present study focuses on the characterization and comparative assessment of ten advanced lines of Aus rice (Oryza sativa L.), an ecotype known for its adaptability to adverse environmental conditions. The experiment was conducted at Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University, Bang...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2025/v37i25333

Morphological Diversity and Phytogeographic Patterns of Chrysophyllum albidum (Sapotaceae) in Benin

Blaise Alowanou-Kélé, Antoine Abel Missihoun, Relique Ignace Agbo, Paulin Sédah, Eben-Ezer Ewédjè, Hounnankpon Yédomonhan & Clement Agbangla · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2025

Chrysophyllum albidum is an agroforestry tree that provides enormous goods and services to local populations in West Africa. The unbridled use of organs the specy, causes its vulnerability, even its disappearance in certain regions, in Benin. The present study aims to evaluate th...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2025/v37i25332

Evaluation of Amino Acid Based Biostimulant with Surfactant on Groundnut Growth and Yield

Mohan Babu Y N, Jagadeesh U, Pepakayala Vara Lakshmi, Sparjan Babu, D.S. & Rajesh K Sharma · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2025

A field trial was conducted during Kharif 2024 at Anurag University, Hyderabad, to evaluate the bioefficacy of an amino acid based biostimulant formulation with surfactant on the growth and yield of groundnut (Arachis hypogaea L.). The formulation, designed to enhance nutrient ab...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2025/v37i25330

Impact of Combinations of Organic and Inorganic Fertilizers on Soil Health and Yield of Rice: A Comprehensive Review

Himanshu Sekhar Behera & Bijoy Kumar Pany · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2025

As a cereal grain, rice is the staple diet of more than half of the world's population, especially in Asia and Africa. The grass species oryza sativa, also known as Asian rice, and, less frequently, oryza glaberrima, sometimes known as African rice, are the seeds of rice. African...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2025/v37i25331

Effect of Different Level of Nano Urea on Growth of Strawberry (Fragaria X ananassa) cv. Winter Dawn, under Prayagraj Agro Climatic Conditions

Atul Kumar Singh, Saket Mishra & Akhilesh Kushwaha · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2025

A research study was carried out at the Horticulture Research Farm, Department of Horticulture, NAI, SHUATS, located in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, during the academic years 2022-23 and 2023-2024. The experiment comprised 11 treatments involving various combinations of conventional...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2025/v37i25328

Effect of Different Levels of Boron for Improving the Yield and Concentration of Boron in Wheat Crop (Triticum aestivum L.)

Anshuman Dwivedi, Vinay Kumar & Deepak Kumar Dwivedi · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2025

A field experiment was conducted to study the “Effect of Different Levels of Boron for Improving the Yield and concentration of Boron in wheat Crop (Triticum aestivum L.) during the Winter (Rabi) Season of 2012-2013 at the Research Farm of the Department of Agricultural Chemistry...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2025/v37i25329

The Therapy of Diseases Using Phylloplane Bacteria

L. P. Narsing, P. J. Kandoriya, S. S. Kansara, G. B. Chopada, Mittal I. Patel, Divyashree & Rahul L. Joshi · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2025

Pathogens and pests account for 20 % to 30 % of global crop yield losses. To maintain a sufficient and constant production, we rely on chemical crop protection and growth-promoting goods like pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers. Many of these chemical compounds endanger human...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2025/v37i25324

Assessment of Soils Water Erosion in the Department of Vélingara by Application of the RUSLE Model

Dethié Ndiaye, Mamadou C. Diallo, Alioune B. Dieye, Ndimlé Dieng & Fatoumata Z. Thiam · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2025

In Senegal, water erosion poses a serious risk to the productivity and quality of agricultural land. This study aims to assess soil water erosion in the Vélingara department by applying the RUSLE model to estimate soil losses. According to the results, losses vary between 0 to 64...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2025/v37i25325

Integrating Nutrient Management with Conservation Agriculture Practices for Mint Crop Production

Peddaveeri Pravalika Reddy, Apurba Bandyopadhyay, Dipak Kumar Ghosh & Biswapati Mandal · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2025

Aim: This study investigated how reduced tillage practices with varying levels of fertilizer application influenced the growth, yield and essential oil production of Mentha arvensis within an arecanut + carrot (rabi) – mint (pre-kharif) cropping sequence. Study Design: Randomized...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2025/v37i25326

Impact of Shade and Water Stress on Chinese Potato (Colocasia esculenta L.) Growth and Yield

Nilsen Lasso-Rivas, Emirtan Valencia Calimeño & Mauren Mosquera Cruz · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2025

Aims: This study aimed to evaluate the effects of shade levels and deficit irrigation on the growth and physiological responses of Chinese potato (Colocasia esculenta), providing insights into optimal agronomic practices for improving crop performance under abiotic stress. Study...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2025/v37i25327

Effects of Rock Phosphate, Farmyard Manure, and Vermicompost on Growth, Yield, and Soil Quality in Field Cultivation of Chickpea

Rinku, Satyavir Singh, Awanish Kumar, Guru Dayal & Raghvendra Kumar Kushwaha · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2025

The study was carried out to find out the effect of Rock phosphate and organic manures on growth, yield and soil quality of chickpea cultivation and suitable doses of FYM, Vermicompost and Rock Phosphate for Chickpea. The Field experiment was conducted at organic research farm Ka...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2025/v37i25320

The Influence of Different Post-emergence Herbicide Mixtures on the Physiological Traits and Yield of Irrigated Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.). in Madhya Pradesh, India

Raghav Patel, Janmejay Sharma, Neeraj Hada, Nisha Singh, Rahul Kumbhare, Richa Singh & Sonali Singh · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2025

The present investigation was conducted during the rabi season of 2022-23 and 2023-24 at the agronomy research farm of Rajmata Vijayaraje Scindia Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya, Gwalior (M.P.). The experiment was carried out in a Randomized block design with eight treatments and three r...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2025/v37i25319