ASRIC Journal on Agricultural Sciences 2023 v4-i1
ISSN: 2795-3572
EISSN: 2795-3564
ASRIC Journal on Agricultural Sciences 2023 v4-i1
Published: 2023-12-29
Articles
Phenotypic Characterization of Cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) Germplasm in Kenya
Nyamwamu Nyarang’o Charles*, Pascaline Jeruto, Elizabeth Njenga, Peter Futi Arama, Richard Mwanza Mulwa
Cassava (Manihot esculenta) is an important cash crop for many small scale farmers in Kenya. The cassava genetic resources in Kenya are often underestimated due to improper characterization of the germplasm available. The objective of this study was to characterize popular cassava landraces and improved varieties grown by small-scale farmers based on their phenotypic traits. The materials were col
Assessing Ground Cover Rice Production System on Water Saving and Nitrogen Use Efficiency in Uganda
Samuel Echaku*, David Apiou, Bosco Bua, Alex Barakagira
Rice is an important food staple and source of cash income to the majority of the populace in many parts of the world including Sub-Saharan Africa where it provides up to 21% calorie intake and accounts for 29% of the total global output of the grain crops. However, water scarcity and the continued effects of fertilisers use in rice fields makes rice both a contributor and vulnerable to climate ch
Estrus Characteristics and Reproductive Hormone Production in Boran and Boran×Friesian Dairy Cows at Bishoftu Agricultural Research Center, Ethiopia
Galana Abaya*, Tamrat Degefa, Yosef Deneke
A study was carried out at the Bishoftu Agricultural Research Center to determine the blood hormone level and estrus behavior exhibited by purebred Boran and crossbred dairy cows from October 2019 to June 2020. Twenty multiparous dairy cows were purposively selected after gynecological and obstetrical examination, and blood samples were collected on days zero, 7, and 11 to measure serum concentrat
Effects of Postharvest Salicylic Acid Treatment on Some Quality Parameters of Sour Cherry (Prunus cerasus) Fruits during Cold Storage
Bonaventure Ufitinema*, Jean De Dieu Niyomugabo, Modeste Hakizimana
The rising demand for sour cherry fruit is attributed to its nutritional benefits and economic significance. Given its perishable nature, preserving its quality and extending storage life are crucial for ensuring a sustainable supply of fresh fruits to consumers and processors. The current study examined effects of post-harvest salicylic acid (SA) treatments on quality parameters (respiration rat
Effect of Different Levels of Moringa Oleifera Oil on Milk Quality and Quantity of Goat
Moshood Adwwale Belewu*, Oluwasayomipe Ibidapo Alli, Kehinde Mathias Okukpe, Tawa Abiola Dolapo, Rasak Ajani Adeleke, Wasiu Sesan Lawal, Adesola Adenekan, Firdaus Opeyemi Bello
Moringa oleifera oil, obtained from the leaves of the Moringa oleifera tree, is extremely rich in phytonutrients and antioxidants. This study evaluated the quality and quantity of milk produced by West African dwarf Goats (n = 36) who were fed a Moringa oleifera oil (MOO)-based diet. The experiment was arranged as a completely randomized design, and it lasted for 42 days. Dietary treatments were:
Determinants of Adoption of Contract Farming by Nikki Soybean Producers, Benin Republic
Yovo Expédit Tchigo
questions and the attention of several actors. This article examined the factors determining the adoption of contract farming by soybean producers. Data were collected from 120 soybean growers using a systematic sampling questionnaire semi-structured and addressed to the farm manager. The data were analysed using STATA 15, and a probit model of adoption was estimated. The results show that the num
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