ASRIC Journal of Agricultural Sciences 2023 v4-i1
ISSN: 2795-3572
EISSN: 2795-3572
ASRIC Journal of Agricultural Sciences 2023 v4-i1
ASRIC Journal of Agricultural Sciences 2023 v4-i1
Published: 2023-12-29
Articles
An Assessment of the Effects of Covid 19 Lockdown on Crop Farmers’ Anxiety Disorder in Nigeria
Belewu Kafayat Yemisi*, Akinla Oluwatobi Babafemi, Ibitoye Racheal Damilola
The study investigated on an assessment of the effects of covid 19 lockdown on crop farmers’ anxiety disorder in Nigeria. Descriptive statistics, Double difference model, average treatment effect, generalized anxiety disorder scale and Oslo social support scales were the analytical tools used. The results confirmed that the covid-19 lockdown indeed affected the anxiety level of the farmers. The l
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
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
Prevalence of Zoonotic Tuberculosis in Cameroon’s Wildlife
Kouengoua K Armelle*, Yonkeu Nguentcha Patience, Nankam Chimi Roland, Simo Josue, Noudeke Denakpo Nestor, Daah Isaac, Tonouhewa Aretas, Gonne Torou Bienvenue, Bita Abossolo Idriss, Hamadou Bamanga, Adamou Koulagna Christian, Abdel Wade, Alogni
This study was carried out between March to December 2022 in the south and east regions of Cameroon. Veterinary inspections were carried out on wild animal carcases, in “bush markets”. Two hundred and ninety two (292) carcasses of, antelope 109 (37.33%), doe 26 (8.9%), porcupine 72(24.66%), civet 5(1.79%), wild boar 3(1.3%) and monkey 16 (5.48%), tiger cat 4 (1.37%), civet cat 5(1.71%), Hare 15(5.
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