Organic waste represents a valuable reservoir of ligno-cellulosic materials, creating a favorable environment for the proliferation of cellulolytic bacteria. The microbial degradation of cellulose plays a pivotal role in sustaining material cycling within the biosphere. The prese...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2026/v29i43781
The visual outcome of cataract surgery is a critical measure of its effectiveness and is an essential aspect of quality control in ophthalmic care. The burden of cataracts is especially pronounced in developing countries. This study investigated the characteristics of patients wh...
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Research Article10.9734/ajarr/2026/v20i31312
A field experiment was conducted to evaluate the effect of organic residue mulching (ORM) and natural farming inputs (NF) on growth and yield performance soil fertility status of chickpea during 2023-24 and 2024-25. The experiment was randomized twelve treatments including differ...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2026/v29i43782
Guava (Psidium guajava L.) is an important tropical and subtropical fruit crop valued for its nutritional, economic, and industrial significance. However, morphological characterization and propagation studies of interspecific guava rootstocks remain limited. The present investig...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2026/v29i43783
The present study was undertaken to evaluate the effect of dietary supplementation of graded levels of Amla (Phyllanthus emblica) leaf powder on haematological, serum biochemical, enzyme activities, mineral profile, and antioxidant status of Japanese quail, with emphasis on metab...
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Research Article10.9734/jsrr/2026/v32i44085
Soybean (Glycine max) is a vital leguminous crop, widely cultivated for its high protein and oil content, making it an essential component in both the global food and livestock feed industries. In India, Madhya Pradesh stands as a major producer of soybean, contributing significa...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2026/v29i43784
Sericulture is an important agro-based industry that provides employment and income to rural communities, particularly in regions like Assam where eri culture is widely practiced. The productivity and quality of silk largely depend on the nutritional quality of host plant leaves...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2026/v29i43785
In Burundi, agriculture is the pillar of food security, but smallholders face financing constraints. This study aims to assess the impact of agricultural loans on the food security of rural households in the commune of Ngozi. A cross-sectional survey conducted in May 2025 collect...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfrn/2026/v5i2375
Adequate plant nutrition is essential for barnyard millet to exhibit its maximum yield potential. However, some improved barnyard millet varieties respond differently to graded fertilizer doses. To evaluate the varietal response of different barnyard millet varieties, a field exp...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2026/v29i43786
Aims: This case report aims to describe a rare presentation of primary Sjögren’s syndrome (pSS) manifesting as diffuse thin-walled cystic lung disease, emphasizing the need for autoimmune evaluation in such cases to avoid misdiagnosis and enable multidisciplinary management. Case...
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Research Article10.9734/ajcrmh/2026/v9i1303
Leaves of plants, especially soursop (Annona muricata), have been widely exploited for feed formulation, functional food, and medicinal purposes owing to their rich supply of phytochemicals and natural antioxidants. This study was aimed at investigating the phytochemical constitu...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2026/v16i2477
This study examines the alignment between vocational education provided in schools of Himachal Pradesh and skilled workforce required at regional level in Himachal Pradesh, a critical factor influencing youth employability. Using data of Directorate of Education, Himachal Pradesh...
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Research Article10.9734/sajsse/2026/v23i31287
Rainfed farming, which is crucial for the nation’s food security, is seriously impacted by moisture stress. The present study was conducted at the Agricultural Research Station, Vizianagaram, during rainy season to evaluate the effects of mulching and hydrogel applications on the...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpss/2026/v38i36011
Temperate fruit crops such as apple, pear, peach, plum, and cherry constitute an important component of global horticultural production. However, their productivity is severely constrained by a wide range of biotic stresses caused by pathogenic microorganisms, insect pests, and p...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpss/2026/v38i36012
João Rafael Prudêncio dos Santos, Andréia Márcia Santos de Souza David, Debora Cristina Santos Custodio, Hemilly Kariny Cardoso Freitas, Janaína Beatriz Borges, Lucas Vinícius de Souza Cangussú, Hugo Tiago Ribeiro Amaro & Bruno Soares da Silva·International Journal of Plant & Soil Science·2026
Hydropriming is a seed pre-treatment technique that involves controlled imbibition in water, allowing the seed to initiate the germination process without radicle protrusion. This study investigated the effects of hydropriming on the quality and vigour of different sunflower (Hel...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpss/2026/v38i36013