Introduction Nigeria’s economy is largely dependent on export revenue that comes from various sectors of the economy. The petroleum sector is no doubt the chief export sector…
Introduction India has one of the highest population densities of any country in the world. Despite only 2% of the global land resources and 1.5% of the global forest regions,…
Introduction Bananas (Musa paradisiaca L.) are a highly favoured fruit worldwide,…
Introduction The primary manifestations of cirrhosis, fever, cold, cough, rheumatic pain, burns, fungal infections, insect bites, influenza, diarrhoea, jaundice, and stomach-aches…
Introduction The rhizosphere, the narrow zone of soil influenced by plant roots, hosts a diverse community of microorganisms that interact with plant roots to influence plant…
Introduction Bajra or pearl millet (Pennisetum glaucum) is the third most important millet crop in the world in aspects of food and nutritional security and drought-tolerant…
Introduction Sunnhemp (Crotalaria juncea L.) and Dhaincha [Sesbania bispinosa (Jaque. W. Wight)] both are tropical Asian plants included in Legume family. In India, cultivation of…
Introduction Modernization and urbanization have improved human comforts, but they have also reduced the available resources for food production due to shrinking available…
Introduction Colocasia esculenta (L.) Schott, commonly known as taro, belongs to the plant family Araceae. Taro is a nutritionally and pharmacologically important tuber crop,…
Introduction Traditional agriculture in India has a rich and diversified history, reflecting the country’s diverse climates and topographies. During the Indus Valley…
Introduction Increasing unfavorable environmental conditions are hampering crop production globally. Salt stress is significant environmental factor that inhibit crop…
Introduction Fluoride contamination is a pressing environmental and public health challenge, particularly impacting arid and semi-arid regions by degrading water quality and…
Introduction Parthenium hysterophorus L., is a very invasive and toxic herbaceous annual plant in the Asteraceae family. It is known by several names, including whitetop,…
Introduction Common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) is one of the most widely consumed legumes globally, valued for its high protein content, dietary fiber, and essential…
Introduction The extended use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides negatively impacts soil by decreasing water retention capacity, increasing salinity, and disrupting the…
Introduction Chrysanthemum is a prominent ornamental crop which is one of the most commercially important flowers but is highly perishable and vulnerable to post-harvest losses.…
Introduction Plants play a vital role in human life by providing oxygen, food, medicine, and more. Many people enjoy growing plants in their backyards, but due to limited space,…
Introduction Climate change research is essential for understanding how global shifts in temperature, precipitation, and extreme weather events affect ecosystems, human health,…
Introduction Crop productivity is influenced by three fundamental categories: environmental, biological, and technical factors. Among these factors, pollination also play a…
Introduction Sphaeranthus indicus Linn., is a medicinal herb known for its round purple flowers and commonly known as “Gorakhmundi” and “East Indian globe thistle”, is…
Introduction Agriculture contributes significantly in the Indian economy, approximately to the tune of 16% of GDP (Gross Domestic Product) and provides livelihood to 46.1 % of the…
Introduction 70% of rural population economy in India is dependent on agriculture and associated categories. In addition to this, national and international economic growth is…
Introduction Vegetables are important not only among farmers for their livelihoods1 as their cultivation brings employment opportunities and means of alleviating rural poverty.2…
Introduction Understanding the variability of rainfall patterns and their implications on crop production has been the subject of important discussion and significant research on…
Introduction Tomatoes (Solanum lycopersicum) are considered one of the most extensively cultivated crops globally, contributing significantly to agricultural output and economic…
Introduction Pomegranate (Punica granatum L.) is an oasis crop that grows in arid and semiarid regions. Among the farmers, Pomegranate has great economic significance. In…
Introduction Mushroom cultivation is now a days become popular among the farmers and consumers because it fulfil the dietary requirements and also becoming an additional source of…
Introduction Agricultural crops play a vital role in shaping the economy, culture, and livelihoods of Tamil Nadu. As one of India’s foremost agricultural states, Tamil Nadu…
Introduction Mushrooms are the fungi; they can be appeared either below or above the ground. About 12,000 species of mushroom are available around the world of which…
Introduction Oak forests are essential components of the ecosystems in Arunachal Pradesh and Western Himalayas. While both forest types contribute significantly to biodiversity…