American Journal of Agriculture and Forestry

Volume 2, Issue 6, November 2014

  • Screening Wheat Genotypes for Coleoptile Length: A Trait for Drought Tolerance

    Md. Farhad, Md. Abdul Hakim, Md. Ashraful Alam, N. C. D. Barma

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 6, November 2014
    Pages: 237-245
    Received: Sep. 30, 2014
    Accepted: Oct. 15, 2014
    Published: Oct. 30, 2014
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    Abstract: The study was conducted during Rabi season of 2013-14 at the Wheat Research Centre (WRC), Bangladesh Agricultural Research Institute (BARI), Dinajpur. Thirty wheat genotypes including local control BARI Gom 26 were evaluated in split-split plot design having two replications with irrigation in the main plot, seeding depth in a sub-plot and genotype... Show More
  • Effects of Biochar Derived from Maize Stover and Rice Straw on the Germination of their Seeds

    Alie Kamara, Abibatu Kamara, Mary Mankutu Mansaray, Patrick Andrew Sawyerr

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 6, November 2014
    Pages: 246-249
    Received: Jun. 19, 2014
    Accepted: Jul. 08, 2014
    Published: Oct. 30, 2014
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    Abstract: Although there has been an increased focus on the use of biochar for improving soil fertility and mitigating climate change, some biochars have been reported to contain substances that affect germination and seedling growth negatively. It is therefore necessary to evaluate any biochar material for its effect on seed germination before large scale a... Show More
  • Adaptability Study of Banana (Musa Paradisiacal var. Sapiertum) Varieties at Jinka, Southern Ethiopia

    Tekle Yoseph, Wondewosen Shiferaw, Zemach Sorsa, Tibebu Simon, Abraham Shumbullo, Woineshet Solomon

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 6, November 2014
    Pages: 250-255
    Received: Oct. 14, 2014
    Accepted: Oct. 20, 2014
    Published: Oct. 30, 2014
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    Abstract: A field experiment involving eleven improved banana (Musa paradisiacal var. sapiertum) varieties and one local check was carried out at Jinka Agricultural Research Center during the 2006 to 2009 cropping seasons under rain fed conditions to identify the best performing variety to the target areas of South Omo Zone. The banana varieties included i... Show More
  • Effect of Irrigation at Different Growth Stages on Yield, Water Productivity and Seed Production of Onion (Allium cepa L. CV BARI Piaz-1)

    Dilip Kumar Roy, Sujit Kumar Biswas, Abdur Razzaque Akanda, Khokan Kumer Sarker, Abeda Khatun

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 6, November 2014
    Pages: 256-261
    Received: Oct. 14, 2014
    Accepted: Oct. 20, 2014
    Published: Oct. 30, 2014
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    Abstract: The study was executed in the experimental field of Irrigation and Water Management Division (IWM), Bangladesh Agricultural Research Institute (BARI), Bangladesh to investigate the effect of irrigation on onion seed yield. There were six irrigation treatments: T1= Irrigations at vegetative, bolting, flowering and seed formation stages, i.e., no str... Show More
  • Relationship between Physiological and Seed Yield Related Traits in Winter Rapeseed (Brassica Napus L.) Cultivars under Water Deficit Stress

    Gader Ghaffari, Mahmoud Toorchi, Saeid Aharizad, Mohammad-Reza Shakiba

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 6, November 2014
    Pages: 262-266
    Received: Oct. 02, 2014
    Accepted: Nov. 04, 2014
    Published: Nov. 20, 2014
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    Abstract: Finding the relationship between physiological traits and seed yield components is an important objective in crop breeding programs. Canonical correlation analysis has been adopted to study the strength of association between the physiological traits and seed yield under water deficit stress and to obtain the physiological traits that have the larg... Show More
  • Influence of NPK 15-15-15 Fertilizer and Pig Manure on Nutrient Dynamics and Production of Cowpea, Vigna Unguiculata L. Walp

    Omotoso Solomon Olusegun

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 6, November 2014
    Pages: 267-273
    Received: Nov. 08, 2014
    Accepted: Nov. 17, 2014
    Published: Nov. 20, 2014
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    Abstract: A constant challenge for farmers in Nigeria is how to increase crop production in the face of low inherent nutrient status and rapid soil fertility depletion. This has attracted studies on how to build up nutrient capital in soil. Influence of NPK 15-15-15 fertilizer and pig manure on nutrient dynamics and production of cowpea vigna unguiculata L. ... Show More
  • Biological Invasion of Imported Cabbageworm, Pieris rapae (L.), on Oilseed Brassica in Punjab, India

    Sarwan Kumar

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 6, November 2014
    Pages: 274-277
    Received: Nov. 12, 2014
    Accepted: Nov. 17, 2014
    Published: Nov. 20, 2014
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    Abstract: The infestation of imported cabbageworm/ small white butterfly, Pieris rapae (L.) (Lepidoptera: Pieridae) is reported on oilseed Brassica rapa ssp. oleifera, ecotype brown sarson cv. BSH 1 from Punjab, India. Though, it has been reported earlier on vegetable brassicas in India, there is no report of its infestation on oilseed brassica in this part ... Show More
  • Evaluation of Propagation Methods of Schefflera abyssinica

    Tura Bareke Kifle, Admassu Addi Merti, Kibebew Wakjira Hora

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 6, November 2014
    Pages: 278-283
    Received: Sep. 21, 2014
    Accepted: Nov. 28, 2014
    Published: Dec. 02, 2014
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    Abstract: Schefflera abyssinica is indigenous bee forage tree species promising for honey production. However due to lack of appropriate propagation methods; S. abyssinica is not promoted in wide scale plantation. Therefore, the main objectives of this study were to develop and evaluate appropriate seed pretreatment procedures to improve the germination perc... Show More
  • Quality Spermatic Alterations in Floriculturists Exposed to Pesticides in Villa Guerrero, State of Mexico

    Griset Martínez-Luna, Fernando Mejia-Sanchez, Jorge Humberto Serment-Guerrero, Julieta Castillo-Cadena

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 6, November 2014
    Pages: 284-288
    Received: Nov. 11, 2014
    Accepted: Nov. 25, 2014
    Published: Dec. 17, 2014
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    Abstract: In Villa Guerrero municipality, floriculture is their first economic activity; there are intensively applied different pesticides alone and in mixtures. They fumigate every day, every second or third day, and men, women, children and third age people participate. The use of prohibited or restricted pesticides such as Tamaron, Temik and Curacron in ... Show More
  • Hill Torrents Potentials and Spate Irrigation Management to Support Agricultural Strategies in Pakistan

    Muhammad Asif, Col Islam-ul-Haque

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 6, November 2014
    Pages: 289-295
    Received: Nov. 24, 2014
    Accepted: Dec. 06, 2014
    Published: Dec. 18, 2014
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    Abstract: Pakistan has not only been blessed with enriched hydrological cycling phenomenon which generate abandoned quantum of water in the northern part , but also possess 18.68 MAF Water Potential in water scarce areas of Pakistan , known as Rod Kohi. Spate irrigation is in practice in Pakistan, where, flood water, during monsoon season, gets generated and... Show More
  • A Potential Fast Growing Tree for Agroforestry and Carbon Sequestration in India: Anthocephalus cadamba (Roxb.) Miq.

    Arvind Bijalwan, Manmohan J. R. Dobriyal, Bhartiya J. K.

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 6, November 2014
    Pages: 296-301
    Received: Nov. 24, 2014
    Accepted: Dec. 09, 2014
    Published: Dec. 19, 2014
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    Abstract: Anthocephalus cadamba commonly known as Kadamb tree In India is a large tropical tree with straight cylindrical bole belongs to family Rubiaceae. A. cadamba tree is fast growing in nature and can grow in different parts of India. Considering the high demand of wood in India; A. cadamba is one of the promising and potential trees, being grown on th... Show More
  • Resistance of Eight Species of Ash Trees to Emerald Ash Borer and their Mechanisms

    Shixiang Zong, Jianqiang Lin, Tao Wang, Youqing Luo

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 6, November 2014
    Pages: 302-308
    Received: Dec. 11, 2014
    Accepted: Dec. 23, 2014
    Published: Dec. 29, 2014
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    Abstract: Ash tree, Fraxinus (Oleaceae), is a fine species of timber, shelter and scenic tree used for afforestation in China. Emerald ash borer (EAB), Agrilus planipennis Fairmaire, an important trunk borer of ash trees, have caused great damage to ash trees in China, the United States, Canada and other countries. First, adult EAB lays eggs in the bark crev... Show More
  • Effects of Phosphorus Availability on Plant Growth and Soil Nutrient Status in the Rice/Soybean Rotation System on Newly Cultivated Acidic Soils

    Laye Djouba Conde, Zhijian Chen, Hongkao Chen, Hong Liao

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 6, November 2014
    Pages: 309-316
    Received: Dec. 07, 2014
    Accepted: Dec. 24, 2014
    Published: Jan. 04, 2015
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    Abstract: Acid soils are worldwide spread, where low phosphorus (P) availability is considered as the major limiting constraint for crop growth, particularly on the newly cultivated acidic soils. Traditionally, the rotation system of rice with leguminous crops has been often used on acid soils. However, little is known about how P availability affects this t... Show More
  • Evaluation of Culture Media for Biomass Production of Trichoderma viride (KBN 24) and their Production Economics

    Kishor Chand Kumhar, Azariah Babu, Mitali Bordoloi, Ashif Ali

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 6, November 2014
    Pages: 317-320
    Received: Nov. 27, 2014
    Accepted: Dec. 22, 2014
    Published: Feb. 05, 2015
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    Abstract: The Genus Trichoderma is of immense importance in agricultural crop protection because of their bio-control potential role against an array of phytopathogens through several modes of action. It is well established with fairly good acceptability, worldwide. The establishment and utilization on a commercial level of any promising isolate may not be s... Show More
  • Assessment of the Profitability and the Effects of Three Maize-Based Cropping Systems on Soil Health in Western Africa

    Kodjovi Sotomè Detchinli, Jean Mianikpo Sogbedji

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 6, November 2014
    Pages: 321-329
    Received: Dec. 23, 2014
    Accepted: Jan. 06, 2015
    Published: Jan. 14, 2015
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    Abstract: Enhanced livelihoods for populations, especially smallholder farmers in sub-Saharan Africa may be achieved through improved cropping systems. We assessed the economic returns from maize grain yield and the effects of three cropping systems on soil properties in an eight-year study segmented in cycles of two years each: continuous maize (Zea mays L.... Show More