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Principal Component Analysis of Morphological Traits in Udaipuri Goats in Uttarakhand, India

Olympica Sarma, R S Barwal & C V Singh · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2024

Aims: To study the principal component analysis (PCA) of morphological traits in Udaipuri goats. Place and Duration of Study: Pauri, Garhwal, Uttarakhand, India. Methodology: Eight traits were measured in 407 adult (doe) and (buck) goats over a period of 2021-2022. The traits con...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2024/v39i72094

Economic, Social, and Environmental Aspects of Dairy Farming in Sub-saharan Africa: A Literature Review

S. Tagba, D. Puchooa & H. Sina · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2024

This literature review on dairy cattle rearing in sub-Saharan Africa aims to provide an in-depth analysis of the current situation of this activity in the region. It examines the various dimensions of dairy farming, such as its economic importance, its impact on food security and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2024/v39i72092

Diversity of Avian Fauna in Karaivetti Bird Sanctuary, Ariyalur District, Tamil Nadu, India

Satheesh N, K.Baranidharan, S.Krishnamoorthi, M.Vijayabhama & S.Mugilan · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2024

Birds serve as key indicators of environmental health, helping to monitor and maintain ecological balance. The study conducted from 2021 to 2024 in the Karaivetti Bird Sanctuary, located in the Ariyalur district, aimed to assess year-wise species diversity, richness, relative div...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2024/v39i62090

Investigation of Nitrogen Levels and Row Spacing on Growth and Yield of Mustard Crop Variety VNR 509: A Case Study

Swapnil S. Dekhane, Narendra Kumar & Rahul R. Pisal · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2024

Objective: To investigate the effect of varying nitrogen levels and row spacings on the growth and yield of the mustard crop (variety VNR 509). Methods: The experimental trial was conducted during the rabi season at ASPEE Agricultural Research and Development Foundation (ARDF) in...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2024/v39i62089

Change Over and Switchback for Experimentation on Large Animals

Fagton de Mattos Negrão, Emerson Silva Miranda, Luciano da Silva Cabral, Alan Andrade Mesquita, Amanda Rodrigues da Fonseca, Ellen Cristina Silva Marques, Mateus Ferreira Lucas, Luan Rafael Assunção dos Santos & Tayane Barbosa Pereira · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2024

Among the most common designs, the very randomized design, in randomized blocks and in Latin squares, stands out, however, approaches to alternative designs are not as common in basic books that cover experimental statistics, especially in the approach that was given in this arti...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2024/v39i62088

Isolation, Identification and Characterization of Phyllosticta citricarpa Causing Citrus Black Spot Disease in Benin

Goudjo Habib Toessi, Rachidatou Sikirou, Elisée Georges Dadé Ler-N’ogn Amari, Oumarou Zoéyandé Dianda, Issa WONNI & Mustapha El Bouhssini · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2024

Citrus black spot is a major constraint to citrus production in Benin. Identification of the pathogen causing citrus black spot disease was carried out in the laboratory on symptomatic fruits. Fruit samples were collected from orchards in 4 citrus-growing agro-ecological zones. A...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2024/v39i62087

Review of Pet Food Packaging in the US Market: Future Direction Towards Innovation and Sustainability

Rishav Kumar & Ankit Sharma · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2024

The pet food packaging industry is experiencing robust growth driven by increased pet ownership and consumer demand for premium products. This surge presents opportunities and challenges, particularly concerning sustainability and environmental stewardship. This paper reviews rec...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2024/v39i62085

Effect of PASLoc Meals on the Zootechnical and Nutritional Parameters of Young Wistar Rats Suffering from Induced Moderate Acute Malnutrition

Natia Joseph Kouadio, Ebah Carine Assoumou, Mariam Cisse, Ange Laetitia Jocelyne Kouadio, Marie Josiane Agnei Offng, Goueh Gnahoue & Kouassi Aboutou Severin Kra · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2024

Aims: The objective of this study was to assess the efficacy of four food products manufactured from locally sourced ingredients in restoring Wistar rats afflicted with induced moderate acute malnutrition. Study Design: The rats used in this research were kept in separate metabol...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2024/v39i62086

Modulation of the Standing Behavior for Managing Elevated Somatic Cell Count (SCC) in Dairy Cows

Dipesh Kumar Chetri, Naba Raj Devkota, Hom B. Basnet & Dainik B. Karki · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2024

Aim: To examine the effect of feed-offer time on standing and lying behaviors to manage Somatic Cell Count (SCC) and reduce risk of subclinical mastitis (SCM) in tie stall dairy cows. Study Design: Completely Randomized Design (5 treatments × 4 replications) Place and Duration of...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2024/v39i52083

Models of Inter-Moult Period for Antarctic Krill - Lack of Progress and Promulgation of Unreliable Models Calibrated Using Indirect Observations

Steven G. Candy · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2024

Aims: Two methods of calibrating regression models of inter-moult period (IMP) as a function of temperature exposure (T) for crustaceans, in particular, Antarctic krill (Euphausia superba) are reviewed in terms of both theoretical and empirical properties in order to make recomme...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2024/v39i62084

Toxicity of Two Therapeutants Hydrogen Peroxide and Formalin in Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus)

Avanish Dixit, Gijo Ittoop, Devika Pillai, Rehna A, Leena Chandrasekhar & Suresh N Nair · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2024

The FDA has granted approval for the use of chemicals hydrogen peroxide and formalin in aquaculture. The toxicity of these two compounds was evaluated in the current study for freshwater Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) weighing 75 ± 2.5g. For 96 hours, ten fish each were sub...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2024/v39i52082

Assessing the Efficacy and Biological Benefits of Withanolide-rich Withania somnifera Root Extract

Devaraj Reddy KN, Srilakshmi Aluri, Prathvi Shetty, Shreya Udaya, Shankara Prasad, Sudhanva MS & Shobith Rangappa · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2024

The medicinal plant Withania somnifera, usually referred to as Ashwagandha, is a member of the Solanaceae family. The presence of Withanolides in the roots is responsible for a number of pharmacological effects in Ashwagandha. Withanolides have been demonstrated to be an effectiv...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2024/v39i52081

Introducing in Côte D’ivoire a Simple Technique Contributing to the Post-Harvest Management of Mangoes (Mangifera indica L. 1753) Perishability and Browning by Targeting Polyphenol Oxidases (PPOs)

Ehuié Micaël Bédikou, Silver Kouassi Kossonou, Inès Christelle Assemian, Fafadzi Charlotte Ehon, Ahou-Yah Gisèle Koua, Lessoy Thierry Zoué & Lamine Sébastien Niamké · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2024

Côte d'Ivoire is the leading exporter of Palmer and Keitt mangoes in sub-Saharan Africa. Despite the importance of the foreign exchange generated, these tropical fruits suffer enormous post-harvest losses due to their high perishability, mainly caused by enzymatic browning. In fa...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2024/v39i52080

Morphological and Biochemical Characterization of Strains of Ralstonia solanacearum, Causal Agent of Bacterial Wilt in Tomatoes in Cameroon and Screening of Virulent Strains

Cylvain Patrick Mountseng, Hermine Mahot, Gertrude Membang, Serges Bertrand Mboussi, Didier Begoude & Zachée Ambang · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2024

Ralstonia solanacearum is a major constraint in tomato production. The aim of this work was to identify the different biovars and races of R. solanacearum which infect tomato plants in Cameroon and determine the most virulent in a gnotobiotic environment. Thirty (30) samples were...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2024/v39i52079