This study investigates the extent, patterns, and socio-economic impacts of human-wildlife conflict (HWC) in and around the Valmiki Tiger Reserve (VTR), India, through household surveys conducted across 92 villages (n = 428). Results reveal that 94.85% of respondents reported exp...
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Research Article10.9734/ajriz/2025/v8i4236
Introduction: Foodborne illnesses are becoming an increasingly significant public health challenge in both developed and developing countries. The most common causes of foodborne illnesses worldwide are bacteria pathogens, among them Escherichia coli, Salmonella spp, Staphylococc...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i121688
Rapeseed–mustard (Brassica spp.) is a major oilseed crop in India and plays a vital role in edible oil production. However, its productivity is severely constrained by Alternaria leaf blight, caused predominantly by Alternaria brassicae. The disease leads to premature defoliation...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i121689
Robert O. Ombori, P. Okinda Owuor, Bowa O. Kwach, David M. Kamau, Wilson Dufitumukiza & Solomon W. Msomba·Asian Soil Research Journal·2025
Depletion of nutrients are high in Eastern Africa tea soil due to high rainfall causing surface run-off and leaching, together with removal with crop. Nutrients Replenishment of nutrients by applying fertilizer is therefore necessary. However, nitrogen fertilizers may cause micro...
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Research Article10.9734/asrj/2025/v9i4212
Tahereh Farahi Boshehri, Greisi Aline de Azeredo, Mozhgan Nosrati, Toktam Yazdani & Mahin Pireh·Asian Soil Research Journal·2025
Landslides are among the most significant geomorphological hazards in mountainous regions and are influenced by various natural and human-induced factors. These events can cause extensive damage to infrastructure, agricultural lands, and human settlements. Given that the Gavarud...
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Research Article10.9734/asrj/2025/v9i4213
The present investigation entitled “Effect of different levels of nitrogen and phosphorus on growth and yield of Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.)” Variety Pusa ruby was carried out. The experimental material consisted 12 treatments replication thrice. The experiment was conducted...
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Research Article10.9734/ajsspn/2025/v11i4628
This study evaluated the effects of integrated nutrient management (INM) and tillage practices on cassava growth, yield, and nutrient accumulation on low-fertility Coastal Plain Sand soils in Etinan, Nigeria. Eight fertilizer treatments, including sole inorganic (NPK 15–15–15), s...
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Research Article10.9734/asrj/2025/v9i4214
Eziyi Iche KALU, Ugo Uwadiako ENEBELI, Faith Adamma KALU, Perfection Chinyere IGWE, Justin Junior KALU, Beauty Olamma KALU, Yakubu Joel CHERIMA & Agwu Nkwa AMADI·South Asian Journal of Research in Microbiology·2025
Aims: To determine the prevalence and independent determinants of depression, anxiety, and perceived stigma among informal caregivers of adults with drug-resistant tuberculosis (DR-TB) in Rivers State, Nigeria, to inform targeted psychosocial interventions. Study Design: Descript...
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Research Article10.9734/sajrm/2025/v19i12478
The purpose of this experiment was to determine the effect of Chicken Manure and NPK Grower fertilizer and their interaction on the growth and yield of the Laguna F1 purple eggplant variety, and to obtain the appropriate dosage of Chicken Manure and NPK Grower fertilizer for the...
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Research Article10.9734/ajsspn/2025/v11i4629
Robert O. Ombori, P. Okinda Owuor, Bowa O. Kwach, David M. Kamau, Wilson Dufitumukiza & Solomon W. Msomba·Asian Soil Research Journal·2025
Tea production requires high rainfall areas that cause nutrients depletion through surface run-off, leaching, and removal with crop. This makes application of fertilisers mandatory to replenish the nutrients. However, such applications could cause soil nutrients imbalance. Harves...
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Research Article10.9734/asrj/2025/v9i4215
A field study was conducted to evaluate the effects of organic and inorganic fertilizers, conventional and tillage practices on soil physical and chemical properties in a Coastal Plain Sand soil of Etinan, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. The experiment employed a split-plot design in a...
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Research Article10.9734/asrj/2025/v9i4216
Sal (Shorea robusta) seed cake, an underutilized by-product of oil extraction, represents a promising source of plant-based protein. This study investigated the influence of particle size, extraction solvent, and precipitation pH on protein recovery from defatted Sal seed cake. P...
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Research Article10.9734/jsrr/2025/v31i123856
The present study was aimed to develop and evaluate a value-added, blended dairy-plant source based ice cream incorporating banana purée and coconut extracts, with particular emphasis on cost structure, and economic feasibility. A full-fat control (FFC) ice cream and a medium-fat...
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Research Article10.9734/jsrr/2025/v31i123857
The agricultural sector has undergone tremendous change as a result of the combination of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Information and Communication Technology (ICT), especially in terms of improving farmers' access to information and ability to make decisions. ICT tools that...
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Research Article10.9734/jsrr/2025/v31i123858
The postharvest longevity and market value of cut Gypsophila paniculata L. largely depend on the maintenance of water relations and physiological integrity after harvest. The present investigation evaluated the effects of sucrose and selected antioxidant treatments, applied indiv...
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Research Article10.9734/jsrr/2025/v31i123859