In vitro Biocontrol of Phomopsis azadirachtae by Andrographis paniculata Rhizobacteria
Introduction A member from the Meliaceae family, neem (Azadirachta indica) is frequently described as “Indian lilac” or “Margosa.” Insecticides,…
Volume 12, Number 3
Volume 12, Number 3
A Deep Learning Based Model for Detection and Tracking of Stray Animals in the Fields
Introduction Overview With a huge contribution of approximately 18% to the GDP, agriculture has established itself as one of the most prominent sectors of the nation. Some…
Assessing the Water Footprint of Winter Wheat Cultivation for Ethanol Production in Uttar Pradesh, India
Introduction Global population growth and evolving lifestyles have significantly increased the demand for freshwater resources, 1 making their sustainable management a critical…
Unveiling Leifsonia sp.: A Novel Bacterium from Casuarina equisetifolia Root Nodules – Isolation, Identification, and Biochemical Characterization.
Introduction Casuarina equisetifolia L., a member of the Casuarinaceae family, native to Australia, New Guinea, Southeast Asia and India. It is a remarkable evergreen tree that…
Analysis of Websites of Indian Agricultural Universities for their adaptation of Web 2.0 Technology
Introduction India being an agrarian country primarily emphasizes on the development of agriculture not only to provide food to the hefty size of its population but also to…
Plant Disease Detection Leveraging Latent Space based Mixing Methods for Image Data Augmentation
Introduction Increasing plant production and the quality of nutrients in the food is a major concern now a days. The plant production is affected by many factors such as climate…
Gender-Based Division of Agricultural Labour in Chhattisgarh: Implications for Income Inequality and Women’s Empowerment
Introduction The latest trends suggest a sudden spike in unemployment1 rates owing to population growth and technology change, both in developed and emerging countries.2 Mushroom…
Navigating GMO Adoption in Agriculture: Balancing Controversies and Benefits
Introduction Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) have sparked widespread debate in agricultural and scientific communities. The advent of GMO technology has revolutionized…
Optimization of a New Formulation for Making Candy from Beetroot
Introduction Candy is a sweet food product made up of impregnating fruits or vegetables with syrup.1 Candy has witnessed a dynamic evolution marked by experimentation with various…
Sustainability of Agro-pastoralism in Highlands of the Trans-Himalaya: Transformation in 200 Years
Introduction Despite the tough terrain, climatic uncertainties and wild-life conflicts, mountain communities have dependent on agriculture and pastoralism for centuries to their…
Unveiling the Microbial Dynamics: Exploring Seed Cotton Microflora Diversity and Its Ramifications on Seed Health
Introduction Cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.), a member of the Malvaceae family, stands as one of India’s primary crops, serving as a crucial source of fiber and revenue. It…
Genetic Variation for Grain Quality and Yield Attributing Traits in Upland Rice (Oryzasativa L.) Landraces of Nagaland
Introduction Rice (Oryza sativa L.) is one of the most important staple cereal crops globally, cultivated across diverse environmental conditions in more than 114 countries1. It…
Comparative impacts of soaked and crushed aqueous extracts of Lantana camara leaf and stem on germination and early seedling length of Oryza sativa
Introduction Weeds constitute the most significant biotic limitations on both developing and developed nations for agricultural production. Weeds have the tendency to compete with…
Revolutionizing Agriculture Soil Testing with Agriculture 4.0 and IoT Integration
Introduction Agriculture is a primary source of animal and human foods, and current projection indicates that in with enough food in the twenty-first century, yields may need to…
Spatio-Temporal Change of Landscape and Its Impact on Agriculture Development in Ghaziabad District
Introduction Changes in land use and land cover are the result of human exploitation of resources for varied purposes over time and space. These modifications may also be the…
Usage of Mobile Phones for Crop Pest Surveillance in Kenya, Case of Uasin Gishu County
Introduction International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI)1, notes that population growth in Africa has grown from 476 million in 1980 to around 1.4 billion in 2021. They…
Potential of Seed Priming to Ameliorate Plant Productivity and Augment Active Nodulation in Vigna mungo for Sustainable Agriculture
Introduction After cereals, pulse crops are the most significant food crops; these are sometimes known as “grain legumes.” Botanically called Vigna mungo (L.) Hepper,…
Morphological Evaluation of Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum L.) Genotypes from Different Altitudinal Collections in the Western Hilly Region of Uttarakhand, India
Introduction Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum L.), commonly referred to as methi in India, is an herbaceous annual plant belonging to the Fabaceae family, with a diploid…
Storage Studies in Culinary Paste Prepared from Underutilized Medicinal Spice, Mango Ginger (Curcuma mangga Val. et Zijp.)
Introduction The genus Curcuma consists of more than 80 species and is known for its versatile uses, viz. culinary, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, dye, as tropical ornamentals, etc.1…
Comprehensive Morphological Characterization of Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata (L.) Walp.) Genotypes for Enhanced Breeding Programs in Jammu and Kashmir
Introduction Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata (L.) Walp.) is a vital leguminous crop that is extensively cultivated for its adaptability to a wide range of environmental conditions,…
A Weed diversity and Comparative Allelopathic Effects of Extracts of Trianthema portulacastrum L., Portulaca oleracea L. and Boerhavia diffusa L. on Seed Germination and Seedling Growth of Hibiscus cannabinus L.
Introduction The complexity of weed diversity in agricultural environments has far-reaching consequences for crop productivity, ecological benefits and long-term farming methods.…
From Farm to Future: Charting India’s Agricultural Path to Global Competitiveness and SDGs Alignment.
Introduction The accomplishment of the 17 SDGs, also known as Agenda 2030, which were ratified by 193 nations in 2015, depends heavily on agriculture and related industries.…
Commercialization of Technologies in the Indian Agriculture Sector: A Study on Farmers Acceptance Level
Introduction India’s agriculture industry is the backbone of the nation’s economy, supporting around 60% of the population and making a sizable GDP contribution.1 The…
Analysis of Trait Variation and Correlations in Hybrid Rice Seed Production Using CMS Breeding Techniques
Introduction Essentially, hybridization is the most potential breeding method for improvement of crops. Hybrids are effective only when such product shows heterosis in yield over…
Enhancement of Maize (Zea mays var: GS-2) Plant Growth and Yield: Seed Treatment with Non-thermal Plasma using Different Gases
Introduction Pre-sowing treatment of seeds improves growth and yield of crop plants. Several physical and chemical methods of pre-sowing treatment of seeds have been in practice…
AGRO-Cloud Model and Smart Algorithm to Increase Agriculture Production to Improve Agriculture Quality
Introduction The Internet of Things (IoT) could be a game-changer for people and the world as a whole in many ways.1 Extreme weather, soil erosion, drought, and the collapse of…
Comprehensive Analysis of Millets in India: Area, Production, Cost of Production and Export Statistics
Introduction Millets are a diverse group of small-grained cereals known for their nutritional benefits and ability to grow in challenging conditions. These grains, often referred…
Molecular Characterization and Plant Growth Promotion Potential of Paenibacillus Dendritiformis Endophyte Isolated from Tecomella Undulata (Roheda)
Introduction Increasing agricultural yield is necessary to nurture the mounting population in emerging nations and frequently depends on applying chemical fertilisers. Enduring…
Fungal Antagonism and Plant Growth Promoting Efficacy of Aspergillus oryzaeAVNF4 isolated from the Rhizome of Curcuma longa on Lycopersicum esculantum L. (tomato)
Introduction The second most important cultivated vegetable crop globally is tomato, around 115.95 million tons per year, as it is rich with vitamins A and C 1-4. Tomatowilt is…
Impact of Trichoderma Strains Isolated from Pulses Rhizosphere on Plant Growth Promotion of Chickpea.
Introduction Plants are exposed to numerous abiotic stresses such as low temperature, drought, salt, heat, floods, oxidative stress and heavy metal toxicity throughout their life…