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Identification and Management of Postharvest Pathogens in Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) Using Low-Cost Botanical Treatments and Affordable Storage Solutions in Sub-Saharan Africa

Funchious Paul Mensah, Benjamin Yennuna Konyannik, Monic Semanu, Ernest Kwesi Aboagye, Nathaniel Kwawu, Kugbe Patricia, David Konadu Kesse, Ntow Prosper, Akwasi Agyapong Oppong-Agyemang, Justice Osei Marfo, Gyamfi Charles Yaw & Abdul – Jalil Salifu · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2025

Problem Statement: Postharvest losses of tomatoes in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) remain alarmingly high, reaching up to 50% in some regions, due to fungal and bacterial pathogens, poor handling practices, and inadequate storage infrastructure. Aims: This review aims to synthesize cu...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i111901

Combining Ability Analysis for Grain Yield and Its Attributing Traits in Pearl Millet [Pennisetum glaucum (L.) R. Br.)] Under a Randomized Block Design

Patel, D.A, Kumar, A & Pareek, B · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2025

The experimental material comprised of sixty three genotypes consisting of six CMS lines and eight restorers as tester lines crossed in line × tester mating design. The resultant forty eight hybrids along with their fourteen parents and standard check (GHB 1129) were evaluated in...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2025/v37i115849

Policy on Integrating Soil Health into Climate and Carbon Market Frameworks: A Pathway to Resilient Food Systems and Verified Carbon Drawdown

Ingudam Bhupenchandra, L. Devarishi Sharma, H. Lembisana Devi, Soibam Sinyorita, S.K. Chongtham, E. Lamalakshmi Devi & Aanandi Lal Jat · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2025

The climate crisis necessitates urgent and multifaceted strategies for mitigating greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. While energy transition dominates discourse, the terrestrial biosphere, and agricultural soils in particular, represent a critical and underutilised sink for atmosphe...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2025/v37i115850

Can a Cost-Effective In-House Ovum Pick-Up Medium Support Efficient Bovine IVEP?

Shilpa Doultani, S.S. Layek, L.B. George, S.P. Patil, K.B. Raval, K. Karuppanasamy & H.N. Highland · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2025

Assisted reproductive technologies (ART) like Ovum Pick-Up (OPU) and In-Vitro Embryo Production (IVEP) can significantly improve livestock genetics and productivity. However, the high cost of commercial media limits their use among Indian farmers, especially those with limited re...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i111326

Rethinking School Readiness for Inclusion: A Theoretical Evaluation of Social and Cultural Climates for PwDs

Somnath Das & Ratan Sarkar · Asian Research Journal of Arts & Social Sciences · 2025

This theoretical paper critically examines the social and cultural climates of mainstream schools to evaluate their readiness for the inclusion of Persons with Disabilities (PwDs). Drawing on sociocultural theory, disability studies, and the ecological systems perspective, the pa...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arjass/2025/v23i11835

Immunomodulatory Potential of Vernonia amygdalina L. In silico Screening and In vitro Validation of Bioactive Compounds for Gastrointestinal Immune Regulation

Gbenga S. Adeleye, Olalekan E. Odesanmi & Damilola A. Ogunlade · Asian Journal of Research and Reports in Gastroenterology · 2025

Background: The gastrointestinal (GI) tract is a complex and dynamic system that plays a crucial role in maintaining overall health and homeostasis. The increasing prevalence of gastrointestinal disorders globally has prompted a significant interest in exploring natural remedies...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrrga/2025/v8i1191

Effect of Storage Period on Sensory Attributes of Millet Based Fortified Spread to Mitigate Hidden Hunger

Anjali Yadav & Seema Sonkar · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2025

The study was carried out for determining of the effect of storage period on sensory characteristics of spread formulated by millets (finger and barnyard) and other ingredients (sweet potato, sesame seeds and anjeer). Among the tested formulations, the spread containing 50 g fing...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2025/v25i121023

Foliar Nitrogen Fixers on Knol Khol: Differential Isolation, Characterization and Biofertilizer Potential of Azotobacter and Azospirillum

Dayashankar Baghel, Chandrakanta, S.B. Gupta, Diptimayee Das, Anup Kumar Singh, Tapas Chowdhury & Ravindra Soni · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2025

The rising need for sustainable agricultural practices, especially in non-leguminous vegetable production, necessitates the exploration of alternative nitrogen sources like plant-associated nitrogen-fixing bacteria. This study aimed to isolate, characterize and evaluate native fo...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2025/v25i121024

Blaschkoid Dermatosis in Childhood: A Clinical Perspective on Linear Porokeratosis

Lina Del Valle Alvarez Hurtado, Baudimar Jimenez & Marcia Endara · Asian Journal of Research in Dermatological Science · 2025

Linear porokeratosis is a rare genodermatosis with childhood onset characterized by keratinization disorders. We present the case of an 8-year-old female schoolgirl with scaly lesions on her left upper extremity that had lasted for 5 years. Physical examination revealed a localiz...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrdes/2025/v8i1140

Impact of Fermentation Time and Drying Method on the Physicochemical Parameters of Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) Consumed in Côte d'Ivoire

YAPI Affa Fabien, GNANGUI Sophie Nadège & Konaté Adama · International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review · 2025

Aims: The objective of this study is to determine the influence of fermentation time and drying method on certain physicochemical parameters of okra. Study Design: Blanched okra was subjected to natural fermentation followed by drying to produce eight distinct samples, enabling a...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijbcrr/2025/v34i61069

The Structural Erosion and the Decline of Tourism’s GDP Share in Kerala, India

Ann Mary Cherian & Jean Maria George · South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics · 2025

The paper analyses the role of foreign exchange earnings from tourism in Kerala, India. Tourism in Kerala has been often hailed as a key driver of economic growth in the state. The findings confirm a statistically significant positive relationship between foreign exchange earning...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajsse/2025/v22i111207

Hydrogel and Irrigation Frequency in the Production of Tomato Seedlings: Water Efficiency and Morpho-physiological Quality

Marco Antonio Varias Alvarez, Ariel Santivañez Aguilar, Melissa Graciela Arispe Jaldin, Deborah Ruth Mayta Quispe, Vladimir Alex Caspa Copa, Roger Ernesto García Vallejos, Milka Orellana Huarachi, Windson July Martínez & Ernane Miranda Lemes · Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology · 2025

Aims: Evaluate the effects of hydrogel doses and irrigation frequencies on the morphophysiological development, vigor, and phytosanitary quality of tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.) seedlings, seeking to identify combinations that optimize water-use efficiency and shorten greenhou...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jabb/2025/v28i113308

Assessment of Neonicotinoid Susceptibility in Apis indica F. Population

Prabha R, Vijayasree V, Amritha V.S & Thania Sara Varghese · Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology · 2025

The present study evaluated the susceptibility of Apis indica populations collected from six agro-ecosystems of Trivandrum and Kollam districts along with a feral colony from Mettupalayam to the neonicotinoids viz., imidacloprid 70 WG and thiacloprid 21.7% SC. Acute oral and cont...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jabb/2025/v28i113309

Nutritional Retention of Field Beans Dhal (Dolichos lablab) Using Various Cooking Techniques

Krishnamma Peetal Narasaiah, Venkatesh, Hiregangoor Siddappa Ravikumar Patil, Sreedevi Malya Sanjeevappa & Suneetha Chowdaiah · Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology · 2025

This research examines the impact of different cooking methods-boiling, steaming, and microwave cooking-on the nutritional content and anti-nutritional factors of field bean dhal (Dolichos lablab). After soaking (except for microwave cooking), the beans were subjected to each coo...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jabb/2025/v28i113310

Phytochemical Screening and Quantitative Estimation of Quercetin and Gallic Acid in Ethanolic Extract of Moringa oleifera Leaves by HPTLC

Jyoti, R.K. Sharma, Pankaj Kumar Umar, Kshemankar Shrman, Sachin Jain, VIDHI GAUTAM, Anil Gattani & Shashank Vishvakarma · Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology · 2025

Moringa oleifera (family Moringaceae), commonly known as the “Miracle Tree,” is widely recognized for its rich nutritional and therapeutic properties. The present study investigated the phytochemical composition and quantified major antioxidant compounds, quercetin and gallic aci...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jabb/2025/v28i113311