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Change in the Socio-economic Status of Farmers through the Use of Agricultural Machinery

Sumaiya Ahmed, Md. Abdul Wahed Khan, Md. Abdus Shakur Saadi, Kazi Rifat Shahrin & Md. Sohel Rana · Asian Journal of Research in Crop Science · 2026

This study examines the socio-economic changes among farmers in Rajbari District, Bangladesh, due to the adoption of agricultural machinery. Data collected from 30 farmers revealed significant improvements in farming efficiency, income, and social status after the introduction of...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrcs/2026/v11i1406

Assessing the Influence of Climate and Drought Early-Warning Information on Smallholder Farmers’ Decision-Making in Africa: A Systematic Review

Abdullahi Mohamed Jisow · Asian Journal of Research in Crop Science · 2026

Climate variability and recurrent droughts continue to place substantial pressure on smallholder agriculture in Africa, where farming systems are largely rain-fed and highly sensitive to climatic conditions. In response, climate and drought early-warning information has increasin...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrcs/2026/v11i1405

Influence of Line Sowing on Growth Dynamics and Yield Performance of Onion (Allium cepa L.) in Coastal Region, Noakhali, Bangladesh

Md. Liton Mia, Zahidul Islam Shihab, Israt Jahan, Rafi Bin Mohammad & Mohammad Shafiqul Islam · Asian Journal of Research in Crop Science · 2026

A field experiment was conducted in the field of Noakhali Science & Technology University, Noakhali-3814, Bangladesh during the period from 5th December, 2017 to 27th April 2018 to study the effect of line sowing on growth dynamics and yield performance of onion. The experime...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrcs/2026/v11i1404

Comparative Assessment of Carrot (Daucus carota L.) Yield and Heavy Metal Accumulation under Poultry Manure and NPK Fertilization in Mining and Non-mining Areas of Ghana

Michael Osei Adum, Alice Afrakomah Amoah, Robert Adenyo & Isaac Kankam-Boadu · Asian Journal of Research in Crop Science · 2026

One important vegetable crop that is commonly used in human meals is the carrot (Daucus carota L.). Mining operations and continuous use of excessive amounts of fertilizers containing metals are the main causes of heavy metal pollution in the soil. The objective of this research...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrcs/2026/v11i1403

Phosphate Solubilisation, Organic Acid Production, and Nitrogen Fixation Potential of Free-Living Diazotroph (Azotobacter vinelandii FB2)

Firdous Samad Biradar · Asian Journal of Research in Crop Science · 2026

Phosphorus and nitrogen are two major macronutrients that commonly limit crop productivity in agricultural soils. The excessive use of chemical fertilizers to overcome these limitations has resulted in environmental degradation and increased production costs, highlighting the nee...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrcs/2026/v11i1401

Biofumigation Reduces the Fusarium Vascular Discoloration and Enhancement of Vegetative Growth in Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L)

Haruna, S. G., Gurama, A. U. & Mahmud, B. A. · Asian Journal of Research in Crop Science · 2026

This study investigated the combined use of bio-fumigation and organic amendments as an eco-friendly alternative for managing Fusarium wilt while enhancing tomato growth and productivity. Field experiments were conducted over two consecutive growing seasons (2015–2016), using a s...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrcs/2026/v11i1402

Determining the Effect of Location, Variety and NPK Fertilizer on Growth and Yield of Sweetpotato Raised in Triple S System in Southeastern Nigeria

Nwadinobi C.A., Okpara, D.A. & Ogbologwung, L.P. · Asian Journal of Research in Crop Science · 2026

The objective of the present investigation was to evaluate the effect of location and NPK fertilizer on three sweet potato varieties raised in Triple S system in south eastern Nigeria. Sweet potato is usually produced by small holder farmers living in marginal and fragile environ...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrcs/2025/v11i1400

Pollination and Foraging Activity of Amegilla sp. (Hymenoptera: Apidae) on the Flowers of Gossypium hirsutum (Malvales: Malvaceae) under the Influence of Biopesticides in Bocklé Nord, Cameroon

Abraham Sale Tchoubou, M. Adamou, Moukhtar Mohammadou, O. Massah, Ousmana Youssoufa, N. Derek & N. Nchiwan · Asian Journal of Research in Crop Science · 2025

Background: Botanical biopesticides are promoted as alternatives to synthetic insecticides, but their compatibility with pollinators remains insufficiently documented in cotton agroecosystems. Several botanical extracts have demonstrated insecticidal efficacy, their effects on po...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrcs/2025/v10i4399

Morpho-physiological Responses of Rice Genotypes to Iron Toxicity during Germination and Early Seedling Growth

Udo, I. O, Iwo, G. A, Akata, O. R & Efretuei, A. O · Asian Journal of Research in Crop Science · 2025

Iron toxicity is a major abiotic stress that significantly limits rice production in lowland ecosystems. The early germination stage is highly vulnerable to this stress, making it a critical phase for screening tolerant genotypes. This study aimed to identify iron-tolerant rice g...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrcs/2025/v10i4398

Characterization of Colletotrichum Isolates: Causal Agents of Postharvest Anthracnose Disease of Avocado cv. Hass in Myanmar

Moe Moe Zaw, Myat Lin, Myo Zaw, Nang Kyu Kyu Win & Tin Aye Aye Naing · Asian Journal of Research in Crop Science · 2025

Postharvest losses associated with anthracnose disease of avocado fruit have been studied in all avocado-growing countries in the world. In Myanmar, anthracnose is one of the most significant post-harvest diseases affecting avocado fruits; however, the causal agent of this diseas...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrcs/2025/v10i4397

Assessment of Wheat Genotypes for Drought Tolerance Using PEG 6000

Nagwa E. Shalaby, El-Hawary, M. N. A. & Basma E. Elsamahy · Asian Journal of Research in Crop Science · 2025

Drought is a major environmental constraint affecting wheat productivity, especially under the arid and semi-arid conditions of Egypt. To identify drought-tolerant genotypes, a laboratory experiment was conducted at the Seed Technology Research Department, Sakha Agricultural Rese...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrcs/2025/v10i4396

Correlation Dynamics among Yield, Growth, and Yield Characters of Chilli Pepper (Capsicum annum L.) Varieties as Affected by Plant Population Density and Seedling Age in Zuru, Kebbi State, Nigeria

Sanda, H. Y., Muhammad, A., Aliyu U., Abuga, I., Na-Allah, M. S., Fakai, A. U. & Ibrahim, Z. G. · Asian Journal of Research in Crop Science · 2025

The experiments were conducted to examined the correlation among growth and yield components of chilli pepper (Capsicum annum L.) as influenced by plant population density and seedlings age over three consecutive rainy seasons (2022, 2023, and 2024) in Zuru, Northern Guinea Savan...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrcs/2025/v10i4395

Optimizing Sowing Time and Spacing for Enhanced Seed Yield and Component Traits in BJRI Deshi Pat Shak 1 (Corchorus capsularis L.) (BJC-390)

Mubasshir Ahmed, S.M. Shahriar Parvej, Sadia Afrin Jui, Kamiliya Kader, Md. Shamim-Al-Mamun, Ronzon Chandra Das, Md. Wahidul Islam & Md. Humayun Kabir · Asian Journal of Research in Crop Science · 2025

A field study was carried out during the 2024–2025 season at two experimental sites the Jute Agriculture Experimental Station in Manikganj and the Jute Research Regional Station in Rangpur to assess how different sowing dates and plant spacings influence the seed yield and yield-...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrcs/2025/v10i4394

Effects of Cotton Oil Cake with Recommended Fertilizer Dose on Nutrient Uptake, Yield Contributing Characters, and Yield of BRRI dhan29 Rice

Mondal, M. M., Hashem, M. A., Hoque, M. A., Rahman, M. E., Bashar, M. K. I., Islam, Z., Hossain, M. S., Islam, M. R. & Tauhid, M. T. A. · Asian Journal of Research in Crop Science · 2025

Nowadays, organic manures are traditionally used as a fertilizer for farming to get high quality at low cost. Similarly, cotton oilcake is a superior organic manure that has been boosted with vital nutrients. A research was conducted at the Soil Science Field Laboratory of Bangla...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrcs/2025/v10i4393

Effective Biopesticides Analysis for Blast Disease of Rice in Ranchi District of Jharkhand State, India

Munmun Mitra & Ashok Kumar Nag · Asian Journal of Research in Crop Science · 2025

Blast disease in Rice was first reported in China in1637, in India it was first reported in 1918 Pyricularia oryzae, a fungus of Ascomycota release septate pear form conidia attack host’s leaves, node, internode area. In 1919-1920 Japan was affected by blast of rice create 40-90%...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrcs/2025/v10i4391