D: Agriculture & Veterinary (334)
GJSFR: D
Constraints and Strategies for Enhancing Pig Production in Delta State, Nigeria
Published In: GJSFR Part: D: Agriculture & Veterinary Volume: 15 Issue: 8
This study examined constraints and strategies for enhancing pig production. The study was carried out in Delta State, Nigeria. A sample size of 90 respondents was used for the study. Data were collected using a structured and validated interview schedule. Data for the study were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Frequency count, percentage and mean scores were used ...
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Authors Ajieh, P.C, Okwuolu, URead Journal Click Here
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Page No. 47 to 51
Cluster Analyses Based on Yield and Yield Components in Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum L.) Accessions
Published In: GJSFR Part: D: Agriculture & Veterinary Volume: 15 Issue: 8
In Ethiopia, there are insufficient information on genetic diversity in the Ethiopian fenugreek germplasms and need to study associations among seed yield and yield related traits. The overall objective of this investigation was cluster analysis using divergence and ranging the traits which were the most contributors to variation by principal component analysis. It was undertaken on 36 g...
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Authors Asebe A. Wojo, Sentayehu Alamerew, Amsalu Nebiyu, Temesgen MenamoRead Journal Click Here
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Page No. 41 to 46
Effect of Curing and Top Removal Time on Quality and Shelf life of Onions (Allium cepa L.)
Published In: GJSFR Part: D: Agriculture & Veterinary Volume: 15 Issue: 8
Onion (Allium cepa L.) is an important vegetable crop for small and commercial growers in Ethiopia where it is produced for both the local and export markets. But loss can be as high as 66% during storage due to loss in bulb fresh mass and sprouting. A study was therefore, conducted with the objective of optimizing curing and topping time for maximum bulb and storage life of onion qualit...
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Authors G. Nega, M. Ali, T. MenamoRead Journal Click Here
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Page No. 27 to 36
Studies on Supplementation of Graded Levels of Millitia Ferruginea Leaf Meal on Feed Intake, Growth Performance and Carcass Charactfers of Arsi Bale Goats
Published In: GJSFR Part: D: Agriculture & Veterinary Volume: 15 Issue: 8
The study was carried out to investigate the effect of supplementation of Millitia ferruginea leaf meal on intake, growth performance and carcass characteristics in intact Arsi Bale bucks fed a basal diet of grass hay. Twenty yearling male bucks with an initial body weight of 10.28 ± 0.96 kg (mean ± SE) were assigned to treatments using a completely randomized block desig...
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Authors Sisay Tadesse, Sandip Banerjee, Ajebu Nurfeta, Bangu Bekele.Read Journal Click Here
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Page No. 11 to 19
Moisture Content Effect on the Volumetric Flow Rate of Egusi-Melon (Colocynthiscitrullus) Seeds through Horizontal Hopper Orifices
Published In: GJSFR Part: D: Agriculture & Veterinary Volume: 15 Issue: 8
Seed flow through hopperorifices is found in systems of dosing-filling-packaging; in hopper feeding systems; and in technological processes for control and/or monitoring.This study was aimed at establishing the relationship between moisture content and the volumetric flow rate (Q) of egusi-melon (Colocynthis citrullus)seeds as they passed through horizontal hopper orifices. It is observe...
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Authors Sabbas N. Asoegwu, Agboola S. Ogunlowo, Leo A. S. AgbetoyeRead Journal Click Here
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Impact of Agro-Ecological Belts and Rainfall Distribution on Poultry Production in the Major Tropical Regions of Nigeria
Published In: GJSFR Part: D: Agriculture & Veterinary Volume: 15 Issue: 7
This study investigated the factor responsible for poultry production in the Northern and Southern regions of Nigeria. Using Geographic Information System (GIS) and applying the FAO categories of poultry farm production for the Northern Nigeria: 55.6% of Household free-range (HHFR) farms (<200 birds) produced at 67.7%, 58.6% of Backyard commercial (BYC) farms (200-4,999) produced at 56%,...
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Authors T. Omodele, I.A. Okere, M.O. Oladele-Bukola, A.J. Omole, A.K. Tiamiyu, O.A. MorakinyoRead Journal Click Here
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Page No. 35 to 44
Agricultural Changes in the Rice Terraces of the Cordilleraregion, Northern Philippines and their Impacts on Labor Dynamics and Food Security
Published In: GJSFR Part: D: Agriculture & Veterinary Volume: 15 Issue: 7
The study covered four rice terraces clusters in the Cordillera region, Northern Philippines located in Asipulo, Ifugao, Tanglagan, Apayao Province, Bagumbayan, Tabuk City, Kalinga and Natonin, Mt. Province. The study assessed the changes that has occurred in the rice terraces and their impacts on labor dynamics and food security. To obtain the necessary data, a timeline workshop was con...
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Authors Robert T. NgidloRead Journal Click Here
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Page No. 27 to 34
Effect of Replacing Maize with Malted Barley Grain on Egg Quality and Laying Hens Performance of White Leghorn
Published In: GJSFR Part: D: Agriculture & Veterinary Volume: 15 Issue: 7
The effect of various levels of malted barley grain (MBG) on the laying performance and egg quality of white leghorn pullets was investigated. A total of 180 white leghorn pullets were randomly assigned to four dietary treatments consisting of 0%, 10%, 20% and 30% barley as a replacement for maize. There were 45 birds per treatment and three replicates of 15 birds and the experiment was ...
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Authors Haftu kebede, Mengistu Urge, Kefelegn KebedeRead Journal Click Here
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Page No. 19 to 25
Estimation of Percentage of Ascorbic Acid Contents in Selected Trophical Fruits
Published In: GJSFR Part: D: Agriculture & Veterinary Volume: 15 Issue: 7
Ascorbic acid content in Citrus reticulata, Citrus sinensis, and Citrus limonum were estimated. Citrus reticulata contained 30.60mg/100g, Citrus sinensis had 55.9 mg/100g, Citrus limonum ascorbic content was 57.5mg/100g.These values were higher than the literature values. The high ascorbic contents in the three samples showed that they are highly rich in vitamin C and they may be good fo...
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Authors Adewole E,Orisakeye O.I, Talabi J. Y.Read Journal Click Here
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Page No. 17 to 18
Interrelations Between Chlorophyll Fluorescence Parameters as a Tool for the Detection of Seasonal Changes in Photosystem II Kinetics in Two Strawberry (Fragaria X Ananassa Duch.) Cultivars
Published In: GJSFR Part: D: Agriculture & Veterinary Volume: 15 Issue: 7
The aim of this study was to establish relationships between parameters of chlorophyll fluorescence in two strawberry cultivars in order to detect the seasonal changes in their photosystem II (PSII) kinetics. Parameters of chlorophyll fluorescence (CF) such as: Fo, Fm, Fv/Fm, Fo`, Fm`, qP, qN and Y were measured in mature leaves of two strawberry cultivars ‘Teresaââ‚...
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Authors Jadwiga Zebrowska, Wladysu00c5u201aaw Michau00c5u201aekRead Journal Click Here
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Description of Sheep Production System, Husbandry Practices and Assessment of Major Constraint in Dawuro Zone and Konta Special Wereda of South Region of Ethiopia
Published In: GJSFR Part: D: Agriculture & Veterinary Volume: 15 Issue: 6
The study was conducted to describe sheep husbandry practices and production system and to assess major constraint in Dawuro zone and Konta special woreda of South Nations Nationalities and Peoples Regional State of Ethiopia. A total of 180 households were selected purposively for characterization of the production system. Sampling frame was established in a multistage clustered sampling...
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Authors Amelaml Alemayehu,Yoseph Mekasha,Solomon Abegaz, Adisu JimmaRead Journal Click Here
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Page No. 43 to 60
Invivo and Invitro Acaricide Efficacy Evaluation on Cattle Ticks in Selected Areas of Wolaita and Dawuro Zones, Ethiopia
Published In: GJSFR Part: D: Agriculture & Veterinary Volume: 15 Issue: 7
This study was conducted from June, 2013 to May, 2014 in selected areas of Wolaita and Dawuro zones, with the core intentions of to assess the type and efficacy of the most frequently used acaricides in the areas, to identify the most prevalent cattle tick species and recommend the effective acaricide for cattle tick control. To achieve these objectives preliminary survey; invitro and in...
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Authors Amenu Asha, Eyob EshetuRead Journal Click Here
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Determinant Competitiveness of Lychee Industry in Vietnam
Published In: GJSFR Part: D: Agriculture & Veterinary Volume: 15 Issue: 6
Vietnam has strongly potental to produce variety of fruits such as lychee. However, it lack of a study considering about its competitiveness. Good Agricultural Practices (VietGAP) has been introduced in Bac Giang province since 2008 as pilot area in Vietnam. It is important to know how the VietGAP could promote lychee industry.The estimated Resource Cost Ratios (RCR) from the Policy Anal...
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Authors Le Thi Thanh Loan, Isabelita M. Pabuayon, Salvador P. Catelo, Zenaida M. SumaldeRead Journal Click Here
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Electrochemical Evaluation of the Antioxidant Capacity of Moroccan Olive Kernel
Published In: GJSFR Part: D: Agriculture & Veterinary Volume: 15 Issue: 6
The aim of this study was to evaluate the total antioxidant capacity of different Moroccan olive kernel samples by the electrochemical methods. The paper presents the preparation and characterization of the H2O2 amperometric sensor and its utilization for antioxidant evaluation of some real olive oil samples from different regions of Morocco. The obtained results were found in good corre...
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Authors Z. Mourhat, M. Elbir, S. Touzara, M. Berkani, R. Maallah, M. Mbarki, A. Barakat,A. ChtainiRead Journal Click Here
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