American Journal of Agriculture and Forestry

Volume 8, Issue 4, July 2020

  • Effects of Iron on the Productivity of Lowland Rice (O. sativa L.) in Segregating Populations

    Efisue Andrew, Ogunwole Dorcas, Olaoye Olawale

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 4, July 2020
    Pages: 91-99
    Received: May 30, 2020
    Accepted: Jun. 11, 2020
    Published: Jun. 20, 2020
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    Abstract: Rice plants have the tendency of taking up iron in the form of Fe2+, which is prevalent in paddy fields under flooded environments. But its deficiency or in excess of Fe2+ in the soil affect several physiological functions of the plant. The objective of the study was to evaluates the effect of three ferrous sulphate concentration levels on the yiel... Show More
  • Effect of Organic Manure and Potting Media on Germination and Early Growth of Eucalyptus torelliana F. Muell

    Rotowa Odunayo James, Adeagbo Ayobami Akorede, Adegoke Idowu Abimbola, Omoake Paul Omoh

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 4, July 2020
    Pages: 100-107
    Received: Feb. 17, 2020
    Accepted: Mar. 11, 2020
    Published: Jun. 28, 2020
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    Abstract: A field experiment was carried out to determine the growth response of Eucalyptus torelliana F. Muell. to organic manure and potting media. The experiment was conducted within the Nursery site of the Department of Forestry and Wildlife Management Nasarawa State University Lafia. Sampled seedlings were systematically numbered and tagged for easy ide... Show More
  • Evaluation of Different Blended Fertilizers Types and Rates for Better Production of Wheat in Lemu Woreda

    Yehuala Alemneh, Zerihun Achiso, Tsadiku Bamud

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 4, July 2020
    Pages: 108-111
    Received: Feb. 29, 2020
    Accepted: Apr. 23, 2020
    Published: Jun. 28, 2020
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    This article belongs to the Special Issue Agricultural Extension and Agricultural Advice
    Abstract: Ethiopia is likely to rely on the agricultural sector as a source of income and employment for the foreseeable future requiring optimal and up to date fertilizer recommendation packages for all crops given the fact that increasing small holder farmers’ productivity. The field experiment was conducted during 2017/18 cropping season at Hadiya zone le... Show More
  • Effect of Seed Rate and Row Spacing on Yield and Yield Components of Upland Rice (Oryza sativa L.) in Metema, West Gondar, Ethiopia

    Endalkachew Aklilu

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 4, July 2020
    Pages: 112-125
    Received: May 06, 2020
    Accepted: Jun. 08, 2020
    Published: Jul. 06, 2020
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    Abstract: Rice is among the most important commercial cereal crops that can be produced in North Gondar. However, its production is challenged by low yield mainly due to lack of appropriate agronomic practices and recommendations. Uses of appropriate seed rate and row spacing most importantly affect the productivity of rice. Therefore, a field experiment was... Show More
  • Study on Sustainable Development of Forest Products Industry Based on Circular Economy

    Weitao Xu, Feng Shi, An Mao, Yifu Yuan

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 4, July 2020
    Pages: 126-130
    Received: Jun. 21, 2020
    Accepted: Jul. 04, 2020
    Published: Jul. 23, 2020
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    Abstract: China is a country with insufficient forest resources, small forest area, small number of resources and unbalanced regional distribution. China is also a typical big country of forest products production and consumption, and also the largest forest products processing and production base, and the most important forest products processing and export... Show More
  • Comparative Effects of Aqueous and Freeze Dried Leaf Extracts of Tephrosia vogelii on Heterobranchus longifilis Juveniles Val. (Pisces: 1840)

    Anju Dennis Teryila, Cheikyula Joseph, Animem William, Makeri Victoria Averen, Odo Joel

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 4, July 2020
    Pages: 131-136
    Received: Jun. 12, 2020
    Accepted: Jun. 22, 2020
    Published: Jul. 28, 2020
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    Abstract: The present study was carried out to evaluate the potential of the aqueous leaf and freeze-dried leaf extracts of Tephrosia vogelii as tranquilizers on an African catfish, Hetetobranchus longifilis post juveniles (mean weight 115.00±25.00g) obtained from wild stock. They were acclimatized under laboratory conditions for two weeks prior to the comme... Show More
  • Impact of the Conservation of Iroko (Miliciaexcelsa (Welw.) C.C. Berg, Moraceae) on the Fertility of Cocoa-growing Soils in Agroforests of Djèkro (Center-West, Côte d'Ivoire)

    Akedrin Tetchi Nicaise, Akotto Odi Faustin, Kouassi Kouadio Claude

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 4, July 2020
    Pages: 137-143
    Received: Jun. 22, 2020
    Accepted: Jul. 14, 2020
    Published: Jul. 28, 2020
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    Abstract: The present study aims to determine the spatial gradient of organic matter in soil-litter mixtures as a function of the distance to iroko associated with cocoa trees. The demonstration of the preservation of iroko is carried out thanks to a floristic inventory and a survey ethnobotany from 323 farmers. The fertility of cocoa-growing soils was estim... Show More
  • Pedological Characterization and Suitability Assessment for Cassava Production in Bukoba, Missenyi and Biharamulo Districts, Tanzania

    Mgeta Steven Merumba, Balthazar Michael Msanya, Ernest Semu, Johnson Mashambo Semoka

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 4, July 2020
    Pages: 144-166
    Received: Jun. 30, 2020
    Accepted: Jul. 13, 2020
    Published: Jul. 28, 2020
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    Abstract: A study was conducted in Bukoba, Missenyi and Biharamulo Districts, Tanzania with the objectives of characterizing, classifying and assessing the suitability of the study area for cassava production. A reconnaissance field survey using transect walks and auger observations was done in the study sites, which were geo-referenced in terms of internati... Show More
  • Evaluates Effect of Amino Acids, Humic Acid and Antioxidants as Foliar Application on the Biochemical Content and Productivity of Wheat Under North Sinai Soils Conditions

    Rehab Helmy Hegab, Hassan Abd El-atty Fawy, Ashraf Ahmed Mohamed Habib

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 4, July 2020
    Pages: 167-174
    Received: Jun. 24, 2020
    Accepted: Jul. 13, 2020
    Published: Jul. 30, 2020
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    Abstract: Biostimulants are products that increase plant growth, resistance to water and abiotic stresses. it compositions, such as humic acids, amino acids, Ascorbic acids and other compounds. These substances cause changes in fundamental and structural processes to influence plant growth through enhanced tolerance to abiotic stresses and increase grain yie... Show More
  • Intercropping Coffee (Coffea arabica) and Korarima (Aframomum corrorima (Braun) P.C.M. Jansen) at Tepi, Southwest Ethiopia

    Behailu Mekonnen, Shiferaw Temteme, Essubalew Getachew Seyum, Anteneh Netsere, Girma Hailemichael

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 4, July 2020
    Pages: 175-180
    Received: Jul. 22, 2020
    Accepted: Aug. 07, 2020
    Published: Aug. 13, 2020
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    Abstract: A field experiment was conducted at Tepi, southwest Ethiopia, from 2013 – 2017, to determine optimum plant population yield of component crops and land productivity in the coffee/korarima intercropping system. Test crops were Catimore-J21 variety for coffee and a local variety of korarima. The experiment consisted of five treatments arranged in a R... Show More