INTRODUCTION Rice (Oryza sativa L.) is a means of subsistence as a food crop across Asia where half of the world’s poorest people reside. The crop is unique because it can be cultivated in wet conditions which may not be possible for other crops…
INTRODUCTION Salinity is the major abiotic stress after drought in rice-growing areas of the world and nearly 6.73 million hectares of land in India are saline-affected soils [10]. The area under salinization is increasing due to low precipitation, high surface…
Introduction Mango (Mangifera indica L) is an Indian subcontinent-originated fruit crop (5) and belongs to the family Anacardiaceae. It is called king of the fruits and is considered the most important fruit among millions of people worldwide particularly in Egypt….
Introduction Fishmeal is a common term used to describe a nutrient-rich fish ingredient that is predominantly employed in the diets of both terrestrial and aquatic animals. Fish meal is crushed and powder is made from the cooked flesh of fish….
Introduction Since the beginning of civilization in the Neolithic Period, small ruminants have been used by humans all throughout the world, especially the developing countries[1]. It is worth noting goat was the first domesticated livestock species to produce edible products…
Introduction Soybean seed especially the breeder and foundation seed generally stored at cold storage conditions (150C and R.H. 45%) after processing but under informal systems, the seed produced is stored under ambient conditions only without any control over temperature and…
Introduction The increasing population and its corresponding demand for food in the midst of changing climate require the identification of land use types and management practices that can promote carbon sequestration and retention for agricultural sustainability and food security (Okolo…
Introduction Maize (Zea mays L.) is the world’s third most important cereal crop, after wheat and rice. In India, it ranks fourth after rice, wheat, and sorghum. Since maize is an exhaustive crop, the nutrient requirement cannot be met only…
Introduction Water is the most precious and limited resource available on earth [1] [2]. A small fraction of surface water (2.5%) is freshwater, which is utilized for different purposes including agriculture, household activities, industrial maneuver, and aquatic biochemical processes for…
Introduction Vegetables are good sources of vitamins, carbohydrates, proteins, and minerals. Consuming vegetables improves the overall well-being of a person. They have various health benefits. Since vegetables are rich in antioxidants and phytochemicals, they help in controlling inflammation. The other…